Explore the cobbled streets of Montmartre, the fabled 2,000-year-old district that was once home to the world’s leading artists. Taste one of the best butter croissants in all of Paris. Find one of the best (and little-known) panoramas in Paris for a perfect city shot. Discover the Sacre-Coeur Basilica from a different angle. Stumble upon the last remaining vineyard in Paris, opposite one of its most iconic cabaret clubs Agile. This small group tour is limited to maximum 14 guests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Explore the cobbled streets of Montmartre
✔ Find one of the best (and little-known) panoramas in Paris
✔ Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
✔ Join Local English-speaking guide and stroll around Montmartre
✔ Stumble upon the last remaining vineyard in Paris
✔ Taste one of the best butter croissants
✖ Additional food and drinks
✖ Tips/gratuities for your guide
Departure & Return
Departure:
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Outside the metro Blanche (line 2) at Ground level. Your guide will hold a Paris Urban Adventures sign.
Itinerary
1
Montmartre
Iconic district in the north of Paris, Montmartre is nicknamed the “Village”. Famous for the great number of artists mainly painters who lived in its steep cobble-stone streets, Montmartre is currently one of the most visited areas in the City of Lights. This is why we offer to show you the real local side of Montmartre taking through the little local streets.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Moulin Rouge
Our tour begins opposite a quintessential Parisian landmark: the Moulin Rouge windmill. We’ll start the climb up the hill, spotting the café where the film Amélie was shot and Van Gogh’s home as we go.
Our first stop will be at one of Paris’ best bakers, winner of many prestigious prizes for its bread and pastries. Here we will taste one of France’s most famous patisserie: a deliciously buttery croissant. Is there any better way to start your morning in Paris?
Duration: 30 minutes
3
Le Mur des Je t'aime
After learning how to say “je t’aime” in 250 different languages and listening to the crazy legend about the first Parisian bishop, we’ll climb a few more stairs to discover one of Montmartre’s loveliest squares and the one-time home of Pablo Picasso. Hear the stories of struggle endured by many local artists here before they found fame and fortune.
Duration: 20 minutes
4
We’ll pass by one of the last remaining windmills in Paris, now totally privatised, then we’ll promenade down the “Champs-Élysées” of Montmartre, where we’ll see some of the most expensive houses in the capital. Your guide will then lead you through a totally secret passage that reveals not only one of the best views over Paris but also one of the cutest cobbled streets in the city!
Duration: 20 minutes
5
Au Lapin Agile
Next up are the famous vineyards of Montmartre. Almost on the top of the hill they overlook the suburbs of Paris and produce a surprisingly good red wine. Opposite the vineyard is the entrance to the famous Cabaret, Le Lapin Agile, where your guide will tell you the legend of Lolo, the painting donkey.
Duration: 15 minutes
6
Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre
Finally we’ll walk to the iconic Basilica Sacré-Coeur, where we’ll stop to admire a view of the church from a perspective that very few tourists know about, leading onto our grand finale of another stunning Paris panorama.
Before you go, don’t forget to pick your guide’s brains for the latest on what to see and do during your stay in Paris.
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional info
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This is a child-friendly tour. Please inform us if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6.
• The itinerary might be slightly modified on public holidays, as some of shops we usually stop at might be closed.
• For this tour, we can cater for the following dietary requirements: vegetarians.
• Please note that this tour covers 2 km (1.2 mile) of walking.
