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Overview

Come along and enjoy a walk through Père Lachaise, the largest cemetery in Paris and the most visited necropolis in the world, with this immersive walking tour! Founded by Emperor Napoleon, Père Lachaise cemetery resembles a miniature Paris and is now home to over 1 million corpses. Some famous people that were buried in this cemetery include Frédéric Chopin, Marcel Proust and Sarah Bernhardt.  Narrated by a local historian, you will discover the graves and stories of famous people including Edith Piaf and her tale of love and loss, Jim Morrison and his unconventional life, the tragic tale of Oscar Wilde and the bittersweet love story of Heloise and Abelard.  Our audio guide will be there every step of the way to bring the dead to life... and save you from getting lost in this labyrinth!

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The tour starts outside the main entrance of Père Lachaise on Boulevard de Ménilmontant. Closest Metro stops: Père Lachaise and Phillippe Auguste.

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

English-WRITTEN

Itinerary

1. Pere-Lachaise Cemetery
Discover the world's most famous cemetery as we explore the fascinating lives and unfortunate deaths of its illustrious residents. We learn how emperor Napoleon founded this cemetery.
Duration: 5 mins
2. Héloïse and Abélard's tomb
A bittersweet tale of love - considered the original Romeo & Juliet.
Duration: 5 mins
3. Tomb of Jim Morrison
We discover this rock 'n' roll poet's unconventional grave and its odd traditions.
Duration: 5 mins
4. Pere-Lachaise
A controversial President & the reason behind secularity at Père Lachaise.
Duration: 5 mins
5. Statue Honore de Balzac
Who really wrote The Three Musketeers & The Count of Conte Cristo?
Duration: 5 mins
6. Crematorium of Père Lachaise
We learn about this stunning building & cremation in France.
Duration: 5 mins
7. Tomb of Simone Signoret and Yves Montand
The tragic tale of the brilliant Oscar Wilde and a warm but weird tradition!
Duration: 5 mins
8. Pere-Lachaise
We pay respect too Gertrude Stein and pause to reflect at Le Mur des Federes.
Duration: 5 mins
9. Edith Piaf Statue
A final tale of love and loss for France's most cherished singer.
Duration: 5 mins

Inclusion

Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi

Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost

Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture

Access to your self-guided audio tour

Audio tour provided by a local or historian

Exclusion

Earphones

Mobile device

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Vidi Guides

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Based on 45 reviews

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