Père Lachaise Cemetery Tour with Babylon Tours Paris
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Tour requires basic walking stamina over uneven and occasionally steep terrain; suitable for most fitness levels.
Overview
Step into Paris’s historic Père Lachaise Cemetery on a private 2.5-hour guided walk with Babylon Tours Paris. Discover celebrated graves, artistic monuments, and riveting tales that reveal the city’s complex past and cultural depth.
Pere Lachaise Cemetery Guided Walking Tour - Private (ENGLISH)
2.5 hrs | Molière's Tomb to Jim Morrison's Grave | Most unexpected sites!
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About This Adventure
Explore the enchanting Père Lachaise Cemetery on a captivating 2.5-hour private tour. Led by an expert guide, discover the final resting places of legends like Jim Morrison, Edith Piaf, and Oscar Wilde. Uncover the rich history and artistry of this unique site, blending tranquility with profound cultural significance.
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Rates
- Adult: - €79 - €229
- Youth: - €79 (Ages 10 - 17)
- Child: - €75 (9 and under)
Duration
2.5 hours
Meeting Point
Meet your guide outside Pere Lachaise Cemetery to the right of the main entrance at Boulevard Menilmontant corner with Rue de la Roquette.
About
- Well off the beaten path, Paris’s most beautiful and unexpected site, the 19th century Père Lachaise Cemetery, is a surprise not to be missed.
- Take this 2.5 hour private tour to visit this often overlooked landmark in Eastern Paris.
- This tour is in English.
Includes
- Private Walking Tour
- Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You
- Duration 2.5 Hours
- Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
Excludes
- Tour price does NOT include Hotel Pickup or Drop-Off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Tour does NOT include gratuities (OPTIONAL)
- This tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Full Tour Description
Well off the beaten path, Paris’s most beautiful and unexpected site, the 19th century Père Lachaise Cemetery is a surprise not to be missed. On this 2.5 hour private guided walking tour, your guide will take you on a visit to this overlooked landmark in Eastern Paris.
It’s the resting place of thousands of Parisians, including many famous names. Iconic resident, Oscar Wilde, once wrote, “Death must be so beautiful. To lie in the soft brown earth, with the grasses waving above one’s head, and listen to silence. To have no yesterday, and no tomorrow. To forget time, to forgive life, to be at peace.” And peace is what we’ll discover at this calm, yet utterly captivating cemetery. Your private guide will share stories about the most famous graves, including those of Jim Morrison, Edith Piaf, Chopin, and Marcel Marceau. We’ll discuss the little-known popular uprising, the Paris Commune, when major events unfolded within the cemetery’s walls.
Adventure Tips
Wear Comfortable Shoes
The tour covers uneven, sometimes steep paths and stairs—opt for sturdy, supportive footwear.
Arrive Early
Plan to meet your guide 10 minutes before departure at Boulevard Menilmontant and Rue de la Roquette intersection.
Check Weather and Dress Accordingly
The tour runs rain or shine; pack a light rain jacket or umbrella if needed.
Respect the Site
Père Lachaise is a functioning cemetery — maintain quiet and avoid touching tombs or monuments.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Common urban birds such as pigeons and crows are often seen in the grounds.
- Occasional sightings of squirrels darting among the tombstones.
History
Established in 1804, Père Lachaise was the first garden cemetery in Paris, designed to ease overcrowding in city churchyards and quickly became a prestigious burial site.
Conservation
Babylon Tours Paris emphasizes respectful visitation practices to preserve the cemetery’s historic monuments and maintain the tranquil environment.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Necessary for navigating uneven cobbled paths and steps.
Weather-Appropriate Jacket
To stay dry during unpredictable spring showers.
spring specific
Reusable Water Bottle
Keep hydrated during warm weather with a lightweight bottle.
summer specific
Layered Clothing
Allows easy adaptation to fluctuating temperatures on the route.
fall specific