easy
2–2.5 hours
Suitable for anyone comfortable with walking on uneven surfaces for up to two and a half hours.
Step away from the usual Paris attractions with Babylon Tours Paris’s private 2.5-hour walking tour of Père Lachaise Cemetery. Discover the stories behind iconic graves and the history embedded within this vast outdoor memorial.
€49 - €115 | 2.5 Hrs | Daily | Molière's Tomb to Jim Morrison's Grave | Most unexpected sites!
Discover the hidden gem of Père Lachaise Cemetery on a captivating 2.5-hour private walking tour. Explore the serene resting place of legends like Oscar Wilde and Jim Morrison, while your guide shares intriguing stories of famous graves and the historic Paris Commune. Experience a unique blend of beauty and history in Eastern Paris.
Private Walking Tour Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You Duration 2 - 2.5 Hours Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
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
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.
The tour covers uneven paths and cobblestones; sturdy footwear will keep you comfortable throughout.
Père Lachaise’s tree-lined walkways can be cool and shaded even in warmer months.
The cemetery’s historic paths are not wheelchair accessible and involve some walking challenges.
Plan to meet your guide on time at the cemetery’s main entrance to ensure a smooth start.
Père Lachaise has been an active burial ground since 1804 and notably was a battleground during the Paris Commune uprising in 1871.
Efforts are made to preserve the cemetery's monuments and maintain its green spaces, balancing visitor access with preservation.
Essential for navigating gravel and stone pathways safely and comfortably.
Useful to stay warm and dry in cooler or unpredictable weather conditions.
spring|fall|winter specific
Staying hydrated is important, especially during warmer months.
summer specific
Convenient to carry essentials like a camera, map, and personal items.