Let’s explore the South of Pigalle (SOPI) and the New Athens

Have you heard about the South of Pigalle? The SOPI, as the Parisians call it, is famous today for its bars, theaters, and cozy atmosphere. But in the 19th century, the SOPI was an artistic hotspot in Paris. Unfairly less famous than its little sister, Montmartre, the SOPI has many charms and secrets to be shown. Come and explore with me this incredible area: 

• A very unique and beautiful architecture, inspired by Greek and Roman architecture.

• Stories about the famous people who lived in the SOPI: Richard Wagner, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Victor Hugo... And other artists, maybe less famous but not less talented. 

• The New Athens, an historical district in the SOPI. It is named «the cradle of romanticism» because of the major romantic artists who lived there.

• Atypical places such as an «english-style» brothel or a fire department... making its wine! 

Meetup point: at the Pigalle metro station. 

The tour is 1h30 long. We will start at the Pigalle metro station and the tour will end at the Museum of Romantic Life (musée de la Vie Romantique). I fear no weather (rain, snow, tornadoes...)

This tour is tip-supported. There is no reservation fee. You give at the end of the tour how much you think the tour is worth. As a reference, people usually give between 12 and 20€ per person. 

PLEASE TAKE NOTE: this tour includes some content about prostitution and sex workers. It might not be suited for children and under-aged teenagers.