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The Essential Montmartre Intro

Duration: 2h
Languages: English
Guru: Thom
Quality Verified Registered on June 19, 2022

I've been obsessed with architecture and European history since I was a child, but it wasn't until I was 27 that Paris made sense to me to live and work! Originally from the UK, guiding in Paris since 2017, I'm in the transition of becoming a moody Parisian! With this curiosité, Paris feels like showing you around my home. Alors venez nombreux !

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

Take yourself back to Belle Epoque Paris, on the limits of the city, where Absinthe, Opium & Paint dominate the senses...

Most frequenters to this part of town are bohemian vagabonds with no fixed address; You could bump into Picasso, Renoir or even Vincent Van Gogh.

Come and discover where these artist lived and tried grinding out a living in 19th century Paris. See how it has changed over time whilst maintaining plenty of authenticity.

This is Montmartre!

This tour starts near the famous Moulin Rouge and winds up the hill of Martyrs to the iconic Sacre Coeur Church.

A must see whilst in Paris!

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    5 Pl. Blanche, 75009 Paris, France
    5 Pl. Blanche, 75009 Paris, France
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    I'll be found outside Starbucks Blanche with a Yellow Umbrella & Rucksack!

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Moulin Rouge
  • 2
    Outside visit
    52 Rue Véron

    Van Gogh's place where he lived with his brother, Theo!

  • 3
    Outside visit
    Moulin de la Galette

    Renoirs chosen location to paint the bourgeoisie enjoying their Sunday leisure time and disposable income!

  • 4
    Outside visit
    Le Bateau-Lavoir

    Picasso rented out this place and produced some iconic works here!

  • 5
    Outside visit
    Square Suzanne Buisson
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Rue de l'Abreuvoir
  • 7
    Outside visit
    lapin agile

    Allegedly the oldest cabaret in Montmartre, though they all claim that!

  • 8
    Outside visit
    Sacré-Cœur Basilica

    We'll make a couple of stops here to take in the uniqueness and history of this free to enter Basillica. Here the tour ends.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 4 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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