What's in our tour?
Discover Montmartre when it reclaims its soul. Uncover hidden treasures and iconic landmarks while hearing stories from the heart of the neighborhood.
Montmartre transforms as the day winds down. Once the tourist crowds thin out, residents reclaim their cobblestone streets and the true character of this Parisian village emerges.
This guided walking tour is led by a passionate local Montmartrois who will take you beyond the postcard version of the neighborhood. You’ll visit celebrated landmarks like the Sacré-Cœur while also venturing into lesser-known corners — hidden vineyards, tucked-away courtyards, forgotten artists’ studios, and storied cabarets.
Trace the paths once walked by masters like Renoir, Van Gogh, and Picasso, and listen to the kind of insider stories that only someone who truly lives here can tell. This is Montmartre as it really is — vibrant, layered, and alive.
Tour Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the authentic atmosphere of Montmartre alongside a knowledgeable local
- Find hidden gems, including secret courtyards and legendary cabarets
- Walk the same streets once roamed by Renoir, Van Gogh, and Picasso
- Take in iconic sights such as the Sacré-Cœur and the neighborhood’s tucked-away vineyards
- Listen to stories you won’t find in any guidebook
Where and when?
This free walking tour of Montmartre operates rain or shine.
Meet your guide outside the Blanche metro station (Line 2), at street level. Look for a guide wearing a pink vest. The tour departs on time, so please arrive a few minutes early.
Running late? You can catch up with the group approximately 15 minutes after departure at the roundabout in front of the Moulin Rouge.
Itinerary
(2 hours | subject to change)
- Start: Blanche metro station (line 2)
- Moulin Rouge — 10 min
- Moulin de la Galette — 15 min
- Place du Tertre — 15 min
- Vigne du Clos Montmartre — 15 min
- Lapin Agile — 15 min
- Sacré-Cœur Basilica — 15 min
Price
This is our free Evening at Montmartre with a Local Guide tour, in which you pay the guide what you want at the end of your tour.
Booking is required.
To book this tour, use the “Book Now” button.
Other information
Wheelchairs not advised on this walking tour, because of some cobblestones.
Average tip on this tour: €12
Average duration: 2 hours
Look for our distinct pink vests
What’s Included
- Walking tour of Montmartre
- English-language guide
- Local guide
- Exterior visit to the Sacré-Cœur
- Exploration of hidden vineyards
- Access to secret courtyards
- Stories about Renoir, Van Gogh, and Picasso
Not included
- Transportation
- Food and drinks
- Entry fees
- Tips for the guide
Good to know
- The tour runs in the evening, when the neighborhood is quieter
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for cobblestone streets
- Led by a local Montmartrois