Free Tour of Père Lachaise Cemetery
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join our tour of the iconic Père Lachaise! Discover the tombs of Proust, Morrison, Wilde and Piaf - pay tribute to the cultural figures who shaped history! Don't miss it!
Explore the echoing silence of the largest cemetery in Paris on a tour that takes you through history and memory. At Père Lachaise Cemetery, each grave tells a story, each monument reflecting a life of achievement, love, tragedy or genius. Accompanied by an expert guide, you will discover the tombs of characters who have left an indelible mark on the world of arts, politics, music and more.
Stroll the tree-lined paths and find inspiration in the epitaphs and sculptures that make this place an open-air museum, a reminder of mortality surrounded by the timeless beauty of nature and art. Tour highlights:
Tomb of Georges-Eugène Haussmann Tomb of the Rothschild Family Tomb of Jim Morrison Tomb of Molière and La Fontaine Tomb of Antoine Augustin Parmentier Tomb of Victor Noir Tomb of Edith Piaf Tomb of Oscar Wilde Tomb of Honoré de Balzac Tomb of Eugène Delacroix Tomb of Frédéric Chopin
Join this tour of remembrance and tribute, and connect with the most reflective part of the human experience in one of the most beautiful and poetic cemeteries in the world.
Meeting point
Père lachaise metro
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- Spanish
- Usual start times
- 13:00, 14:00 (Paris time)
- Coming up
- 21 departures in 3 months, 3 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Père lachaise metro. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in Spanish. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
21 departures are listed in the next three months, 3 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 13:00 and 14:00. Times are local to Paris.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
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