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4 days ago · Explore Paris' bohemian, artistic neighbourhood with this free walking tour of Montmartre's artistic history, beautiful architecture, pavement cafés and scenic views – map and directions included.
- Place Pigalle. Take the metro to Pigalle on line 2 or 12 and prepare to stroll in the footsteps of geniuses. Exit the metro and you’ll find yourself in Place Pigalle on the Boulevard de Clichy (map).
- Le Chat Noir. (68 Boulevard de Clichy) You are standing in front of the world’s first modern cabaret. La Chat Noir is now most famous for stylish retro posters on a thousand student walls (see picture).
- Le Moulin Rouge. The original red windmill stood atop a low building here which marked the entrance to the cabaret where kings and paupers could mix and watch girls dancing the famous Can-Can dance.
- Van Gogh’s House. As Rue Lepic turns right uphill you’ll find a plaque on the wall at 54 Rue Lepic (map) commemorating Vincent Van Gogh’s time here. This was the home of Theo Van Gogh, Vincent's brother, who worked for a local art dealer.
This Montmartre walking tour takes you through the main sights of old Montmartre and the stories and legends behind it. The Montmartre Hill in Paris, also known as La Butte by locals, is famous for its Basilica of the Sacred Heart, the Love Wall, and its panoramic view of Paris.
- Start: Anvers To Sacré-Cœur. Our walking tour of Montmartre starts at Anvers Metro station because it is the closest Metro to the most spectacular landmark in Montmartre, Sacré-Cœur.
- Rue De La Bonne & Marcel Bleustein Blamche Square. Once you’ve had your fill of the Sacré-Cœur, you might be tempted to follow the crowds westward down Rue Azais or Rue du Chevalier de la Barre towards the famous Place du Tertre.
- Rue Saint-Vincent To La Maison Rose. Head left down Rue Saint-Vincent, which is a handsome street with some more viewpoints and attractive squares. Soon you’ll come to a junction with Rue des Saules.
- Rue De l’Abreuvoir. La Maison Rose is at the top of Rue de l’Abreuvoir, widely touted as one of the prettiest streets in Paris. And they’re not exaggerating.
- A brief history of Montmartre before the walking tour. The name of Montmartre was named for the namesake hill from Roman times (Mount Mars). In the medieval ages, most of Montmartre was an abbey, however this abbey was destroyed during the French Revolution.
- Your self guided walking tour of Montmartre. This walking tour is intended for people who are fine with uphill/downhill walks as well as stairs. Without stopping, the total walking tour should take about one hour, so give yourself two hours if you intend to enjoy your morning or afternoon in Montmartre.
- Start off at Pigalle. Pigalle is rapidly changing from its slightly sketchy past as the home of the red-light district in Paris. (We’ll discuss this another day!).
- Cité du Midi. From here, you’ll need to cross the road towards Cité du Midi, which was made famous in the namesake film (“Cité du Midi”). Down this street, you’ll find a charming street filled with ivy away from the loud crowds and tourists in Paris.
On this free walking tour in Montmartre, you will run into all the romance that Paris stands for. You will explore Paris’ most bohemian, artistic district. Discover the picturesque streets that inspired Renoir, Picasso, and Edith Piaf. Photograph some of the best vistas of Paris.
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A self-guided walk around the Montmartre area of Paris. Match paintings people and place. Detailed maps and text for each stop. Includes Renoir, van Gogh, Toulouse-Lautrec and Picasso.
