Montmartre Self Guided Tour of Scandal and Art in Paris, France
Paris, France

Montmartre Self Guided Tour of Scandal and Art

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55/100

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Montmartre Self Guided Tour of Scandal and Art is a 2-hour experience in Paris, France, from $7 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
55 / 100
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Duration
2 hours
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$7 per person

A donkey once painted a canvas with its tail and fooled the entire Paris art world. A teenager was executed here for refusing to remove his hat. A gunshot in a café started the grief that helped launch a movement in modern art. This is Montmartre, and these are the stories the postcards never tell you. Walk the hill with local guide Léo narrating every step on this self guided audio tour, from the birth of the Moulin Rouge to the wall where I love you is written in two hundred fifty languages, the studio where Picasso painted Cubism into being, and the gleaming dome of Sacré Coeur Basilica. The tour runs at your own pace using GPS triggered narration on your phone, so you can pause for coffee, take photos, or linger as long as you like. Over 20,000 travelers have used your self guided tours, and the tour comes with a full refund guarantee.

What you get

    About this experience

    A donkey once painted a canvas with its tail and fooled the entire Paris art world. A teenager was executed here for refusing to remove his hat. A gunshot in a café started the grief that helped launch a movement in modern art. This is Montmartre, and these are the stories the postcards never tell you. Walk the hill with local guide Léo narrating every step on this self guided audio tour, from the birth of the Moulin Rouge to the wall where I love you is written in two hundred fifty languages, the studio where Picasso painted Cubism into being, and the gleaming dome of Sacré Coeur Basilica. The tour runs at your own pace using GPS triggered narration on your phone, so you can pause for coffee, take photos, or linger as long as you like. Over 20,000 travelers have used your self guided tours, and the tour comes with a full refund guarantee.

    What's included

    Included

    • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
    • 1-year access to audio on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
    • Audio and written guide included
    • Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
    • Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation

    Not included

    • Any physical devices or headphones
    • Human tour guide at location

    What you'll see and do

    1. Moulin Rouge

      Discover the wild birth of Paris most legendary cabaret, complete with a giant elephant and a flatulist headliner.

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    2. Abbesses Metro Station

      Marvel at a relocated Art Nouveau Metro entrance and the church that nearly got demolished before it was built.

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    3. Find the wall where I love you is written three hundred times in two hundred fifty languages.

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    4. Step into the humble building where Picasso painted Cubism into existence and changed art forever.

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    5. Spot the historic windmill that inspired Renoir and Van Gogh and once hid a gruesome wartime legend.

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    6. Dali Museum Paris

      Explore France's largest Dalí collection and learn how a collector turned friendship into hundreds of bronze sculptures.

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    7. Place Du Tertre

      Wander the highest square in Paris where painters have worked under strict rules for centuries.

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    8. Eglise Saint-Pierre de Montmartre

      Step inside Paris second oldest church and hear the legend of a saint who carried his own head.

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    9. Chevalier de La Barre

      Learn the disturbing true story of a teenager executed for refusing to remove his hat.

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    10. Square Louise Michel

      Stand on the spot where a revolution began and a schoolteacher led the Paris Commune uprising.

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    11. Basilique Du Sacre-Coeur De Montmartre

      Climb to the gleaming white basilica built as a political statement and admire its vast golden mosaic inside.

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    12. Musee de Montmartre

      Visit the artists house where Renoir painted masterpieces and Suzanne Valadon built her own career.

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    13. See the photogenic pink restaurant tied to a tragic love triangle that shaped Picasso's Blue Period.

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    14. Place Dalida

      Touch the bronze bust of a beloved French singer whose dazzling career hid a private heartbreak.

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    15. Au Lapin Agile

      Discover the cabaret where a donkey's tail painted a hoax masterpiece that fooled the Paris art world.

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    16. Vigne du Clos Montmartre

      End at Paris last working vineyard, saved by locals who outwitted a property developer.

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    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Paris

    This is a self-guided audio tour on your self-guided tour app. To activate the tour, check your email for instructions from us sent right after booking. Can’t find it? Search for your company in your email inbox and spam folder. OR contact us via support.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    de, ru, pt, en, it, pl, fr, nl, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Tourific

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Tourific, who run 78 experiences we rank across 70 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.1.

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    Why this scores 55

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)73
    Review evidence (18% weight)0
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)50
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Montmartre Self Guided Tour of Scandal and Art: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.

    How much does Montmartre Self Guided Tour of Scandal and Art cost?

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    Prices start at $7 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Paris usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Montmartre Self Guided Tour of Scandal and Art take?

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    Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Paris is not rushed.

    Is Montmartre Self Guided Tour of Scandal and Art worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Montmartre Self Guided Tour of Scandal and Art?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Montmartre Self Guided Tour of Scandal and Art suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Montmartre Self Guided Tour of Scandal and Art?

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    Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Paris can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Paris and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Montmartre Self Guided Tour of Scandal and Art start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Paris within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Paris?

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    Paris rewards travelers who book ahead. The headline museums sell timed entry weeks out, the best food walks cap at eight people, and the Seine cruises that are worth doing are the ones that leave after sunset. Everything below is scored by the Outty Ranking so you can tell a genuine local favorite from a coach-tour filler in a single glance. On Outty we rank every Paris experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based), Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Paris?

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    April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Paris?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Montmartre Self Guided Tour of Scandal and Art?

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    Included: 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund; 1-year access to audio on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you; Audio and written guide included; Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded; and Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation. Not included: Any physical devices or headphones; and Human tour guide at location. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Montmartre Self Guided Tour of Scandal and Art?

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    This is a self-guided audio tour on your self-guided tour app. To activate the tour, check your email for instructions from us sent right after booking. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Montmartre Self Guided Tour of Scandal and Art offered in?

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    It is offered in German, Russian, Portuguese, English, Italian, Polish, French, Dutch and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Montmartre Self Guided Tour of Scandal and Art?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Montmartre Self Guided Tour of Scandal and Art if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Paris. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

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