Pere Lachaise Cemetery Paris Exclusive Guided Walking Tour
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Pere Lachaise Cemetery Paris Exclusive Guided Walking Tour is a 2.5-hour experience in Paris, France, from $10 per person. It scores 81 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 75 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 81 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (75)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $10 per person
Prepare for a truly surprising discovery on our 2.5 hour exclusive guided walking tour through the Père Lachaise Cemetery, home to famous Paris residents like Jim Morison. This walking tour will explore the famous graves
What you get
- Guide
- Private Tour (Does NOT apply if you choose Semi-Private Option)
About this experience
Prepare for a truly surprising discovery on our 2.5 hour exclusive guided walking tour through the Père Lachaise Cemetery, home to famous Paris residents like Jim Morison. This walking tour will explore the famous graves of this eastern Paris landmark. Good walking shoes are recommended.
What's included
Included
- Guide
- Private Tour (Does NOT apply if you choose Semi-Private Option)
Not included
- Hotel Pickup or Drop-Off (We recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Pere-Lachaise
Join us for a Private Tour led by native/ fluent English speakers of the Père Lachaise Cemetery. Life, love and death have never had so much meaning as inside this cemetery. Its intriguing labyrinth of roads and dirt paths between the graves reveal a new perspective on how to visit Paris. You'll visit the graves of Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Edith Piaf, Frederic Chopin, Sarah Bernhardt, Marcel Marceau, Molière, Abelard & Heloïse, just to name a few. As well as the Holocaust Memorials. Learn about the artists, writers, politicians, and other remarkable personalities that are buried within the beautiful stone walls of Père Lachaise, and listen as your guide tells you about the remarkable stories and moments in history that have taken place at the cemetery itself. From a gruesome battle in Paris’s communist uprising to the hordes of Jim Morrison fans that make pilgrimages to visit the tomb of the Doors front man, Père Lachaise has seen its fair share of Parisian history. “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.” – Oscar Wilde, The Canterville Ghost “Time to live, time to lie, time to laugh, and time to die. Take it easy baby. Take it as it comes.” ― Jim Morrison
150 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
Meet your guide outside Pere Lachaise Cemetery to the right of the main entrance at Boulevard Menilmontant corner with Rue de la Roquette.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Private French Tour
PRIVATE WALKING TOUR; PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU; DURATION 2 - 2.5 HOURS; TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE
SEMI-PRIVATE 12ppl Max English
Save money by booking a small group tour of 12 guests max. per guide This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS.
Private Italian Tour
PRIVATE WALKING TOUR; PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU; DURATION 2 - 2.5 HOURS; TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE
Private English Tour
PRIVATE WALKING TOUR;PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU;DURATION 2 - 2.5 HOURS;TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE
Private Russian Tour
PRIVATE WALKING TOUR; PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU; DURATION 2 - 2.5 HOURS; TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE
Private Spanish Tour
PRIVATE WALKING TOUR; PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU; DURATION 2 - 2.5 HOURS; TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE
Private German Tour
PRIVATE WALKING TOUR; PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU; DURATION 2 - 2.5 HOURS; TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Babylon Tours Paris
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.
- IMPORTANT RE: WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY **Wheelchair friendly tour is only available as a PRIVATE TOUR (if you chose the "SEMI-PRIVATE TOUR" option, you will not be able to have a tour or a refund)**
- This tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 75 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
75 verified traveler reviews for Pere Lachaise Cemetery Paris Exclusive Guided Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
This was a lovely...
This was a lovely experience! Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, passionate, and easygoing. We had a mixed group of abilities, ages, and nationalities, which he handled with aplomb and generosity. The cemetery is quite large, but we felt he did a good job showing us the highlights, the unusual and even a few things our group was specifically pleased to see. A GREAT way to spend an afternoon seeing a different side to Paris.
via Viator
Hidden wonders of Pere Lachaise
Maria was an excellent guide, taking our group through otherwise unknown locations of interest throughout Pere Lachaise. As always, very knowledgeable, passionate, and open to questions. Telling stories of people from all walks of life united by their final resting place. Excellent tour, would recommend this and her other tours of Paris and surrounds.
via Tripadvisor
Hugo Makes It Truly Special
Absolutely wonderful tour. Hugo was incredibly knowledgeable, funny, and charismatic - truly the best! He never rushed us and brought Père Lachaise to life with fascinating stories about the people buried there. It was engaging, memorable, and easily one of the best tours I’ve ever taken. Highly recommend.
via Viator
Pere Lachaise Guided Tour
Our guide Alban did a fabulous job guiding us through the cemetery at our own pace. Many secrets revealed. Alban knows his topic and was very informed.
via Tripadvisor
Hugh - you won’t find better
Visiting Père Lachaise Cemetery was unforgettable, made extraordinary by Hugh, our tour guide. His depth of knowledge was unmatched—he truly lives and breathes history. No other guide could compete with the insight, stories, and context he shared. Hugh was kind, courteous, and incredibly generous with his time, answering every question with passion and care. The experience felt personal, enriching, and deeply memorable thanks to him.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $10 to $519
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 26
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 81
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Pere Lachaise Cemetery Paris Exclusive Guided Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Pere Lachaise Cemetery Paris Exclusive Guided Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $10 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 Pere Lachaise Cemetery Paris Exclusive Guided Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 2.5 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 Pere Lachaise Cemetery Paris Exclusive Guided Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 81 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 75 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 Pere Lachaise Cemetery Paris Exclusive Guided Walking Tour?
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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 Pere Lachaise Cemetery Paris Exclusive Guided Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Pere Lachaise Cemetery Paris Exclusive Guided Walking Tour?
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Around 26 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 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Pere Lachaise Cemetery Paris Exclusive Guided Walking Tour 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 Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX, Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based). 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.
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