If there's an alternative to Paris' classy centre, it's Montmartre! Known for its artsy vibe, winding streets, red mills and providing pleasures of both the mind and the body, this iconic location serves the Parisians and the world as both an inspiration... and a warning.

Please note that Montmartre is known for its uphill climbs, it's stairs, and it iconic cobblestone roads! Therefore, it is unfortunately not wheelchair friendly. It is doable with a stroller/pram, but getting up the stairs and navigating the cobblestones will prove to be a challenge for you.

Once a sleepy village located on the slopes of the Martyrs' Mountain, in the late 19th century Montmartre was transformed into the world capital of art. Couple that with a string of bohemian vagabonds settling here, and you've got yourself a mix like none other in the world. Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh, Picasso, Modigliani, Matisse, Degas, Toulouse-Lautrec to name just a few - many of them were engulfed in literature, philosophy, painting and... sex, drugs and alcohol. Scandals abound, this place has it all and still draws the unruly among the human kind.

On top of that, literally, there stands the magnificent basilica of Sacré-Coeur. The surrounding streets winding up to it served as a backdrop of countless famous films and series.

Let Montmartre enchant you, like it did to us. On our tour you will see:

• Moulin Rouge
• Cafe deux moulins (Cafe known from the film “Amelie”)
• Van Gogh’s house
• Moulin d’ la Galette
• Place des Abbesses
• ︎Studios Picasso/Modigliani
• Vineyard/Oldest Cabaret in Paris
• Sacré Coeur Basilica 

ℹ️ ⚠️ ATTENTION - booking rules

Please note that our free tours are designed for individual travelers and small private groups only. Hence, we do not accept parties of 8 or more people on regular free tours and guides have the right to deny participation to such groups. If you travel in a party of 8 or more please book a private tour in advance.

If you show up at the meeting point with the bigger group our guide will ask you for the payment (12 eur/person) before the tour or cancel your reservation on the spot. To confirm your reservation please arrive 10 minutes before starting. We can not guarantee participation when you will be late.                                  

Please note that multiply bookings (under different names) for 7 people who belong to one group will still be treated as one organized group and the guide has the right to deny participation to such parties.

This policy is implied in the best interest of our individual visitors. 

Please respect our rules.     

Free tour: Book for free and pay what you want at the end

IMPORTANT NOTICE!

Please book only if you are 100% sure you will attend the tour. Plan your time well to avoid last minute cancellations and not occupy a spot that someone else could have taken.

Discover Montmartre: The Bohemian Soul of Paris
Montmartre is one of the most iconic and charming neighborhoods in Paris. Located on the highest hill in the city, it has been home and inspiration to great artists such as Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, Toulouse-Lautrec and Edith Piaf. Its cobbled streets, old cabarets and bohemian atmosphere have preserved their essence over time, making it a magical and romantic place.

During this tour, I will take you through the most emblematic corners of Montmartre, reliving the stories of the artists, writers and musicians who left their mark on the neighborhood.

What will we see on the tour?
✔ The most emblematic cabarets, such as La Bohème, La Bonne Franquette and Au Lapin Agile, where great artists and figures of bohemian life used to meet, including Edith Piaf, Charles Aznavour and Pablo Picasso.
✔ Place du Tertre, the famous painters' square, where artists still exhibit their works today.
✔ The Moulin de la Galette, one of the last windmills in Montmartre and inspiration for Renoir's famous painting.
✔ The “I Love You” Wall, a unique work that brings together the phrase “I love you” written in more than 250 languages.
✔ Dalida Square and her house, where we will talk about the fascinating history of the iconic French-Italian singer and her connection to Montmartre.
✔ Rue de l'Abreuvoir, considered the most beautiful street in Paris.
✔ La Maison Rose, a picturesque corner that has inspired numerous artists.
✔ The last vineyard in Paris, a testament to the district's wine-making past.
✔ The Bateau-Lavoir, the legendary building where artists such as Picasso and Modigliani lived and worked, considered the cradle of Cubism.
✔ The Basilica of the Sacred Heart, where we will end the tour with a spectacular panoramic view of the city of lights.

A tour for art and history lovers
This tour is designed especially for those who want to immerse themselves in the history of art in Paris. Along the way, you will discover how Montmartre became the epicentre of the Bohemian art movement and how it influenced some of the world's most important painters.

I look forward to seeing you together as we explore the streets of this unique neighborhood and relive the magic of artistic and historic Montmartre!

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price , instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (they are usually amounts between a minimum of €10 and $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Free tour: Book for free and pay what you want at the end