Unique Montmartre 19th century tour: a travel in time w/ an actor
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Unique Montmartre 19th century tour: a travel in time w/ an actor is a 1.8-hour experience in Paris, France, from $25 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (13)
- Duration
- 1.8 hours
- From
- $25 per person
Once in a lifetime ! Meet "father" Tanguy, colour merchant & protector of the first impressionist painters. Explore the Montmartre district through the eyes of this pivotal figure in the Impressionist movement. This th
What you get
- An immersive street tour with a professional actor staging the colorist of the impressionists
About this experience
Once in a lifetime ! Meet "father" Tanguy, colour merchant & protector of the first impressionist painters. Explore the Montmartre district through the eyes of this pivotal figure in the Impressionist movement. This theatrical tour immerses you in the stories of iconic artists like Monet, Manet, Renoir, and Cézanne, revealing how they transformed art against the backdrop of 19th-century Paris. As you stroll through the charming streets, discover the struggles, dreams, and triumphs of these legendary painters, guided by Tanguy himself. The tour not only highlights the artistic revolution but also unveils the cultural transformations of the era, providing a unique perspective on the legacy of Impressionism. - Discover Père Tanguy - Theatrical walk through vibrant Montmartre - Insights into the lives of legendary Impressionist artists - Multiple anecdotes about great painters: Monet, Manet, Cézanne, and many others - The 19th century as if you were there
What's included
Included
- An immersive street tour with a professional actor staging the colorist of the impressionists
Not included
- Street tour : the tour stays outside the mentionned destinations; it stops in front of the façade
What you'll see and do
18th Arrondissement - Butte-Montmartre
With father the actor impersonating father Tanguy, color Merchant of the Impressionists, you will discover Montmartre as no one before. As he acts, he will get you to meet the Impressionists as if you were their best friends. Shake hand with Monet, admire Manet painting, party with Renoir, criticise "bourgeois" society with Pissaro, create new manners of paintng with Cézanne... Enter the intimmity of these fabulous painters and revolutionaries and start a journey in time with the most fabulous team of artists.
30 minutes here
Jardin des Abbesses
Stroll with father Tanguy from place des Abbesses to the hidden Jardin des Abbesses. Discover on the way the "Mur des je t'aime". Father Tanguy will then introduce you to the paintings, art and bohemian way of life of the Impressionists in Montmartre. Monet, Manet, Cézane, Pissaro, Morisot, Renoir will have no more secrets for you.
15 minutes here
Le Bateau-Lavoir
Immerse yourself in the Impressionists way of life of the Paris of the 19th century. Discover how the impressionists partied, painted and survived together in the Paris of the Industrial Revolution. Witness them living for pennies in the Bateau Lavoir hostal. And enjoy the truculent stories father Tanguy will share with you about their habits.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Your stroll with father Tanguy goes on. As you slowly climb the Montmartre hill, you discover the Moulin de la Galette where father Tanguy will get you into how the impressionists related to modernity, industrialization and how they painted it to underline the issues and challenges at stake in such an evolution.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Theatre Lepic
Discover how impressionists made painting a part of politcs, thus completely transforming its purpose.
5 minutes here
La Petite Maison Rose de Montmartre (Since 1920)
The Maison Rose is a famous café, dating back to 1896, and it was frequented by a generation of artists who came after the Impressionists, including Pablo Picasso, Maurice Utrillo, and Amedeo Modigliani.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Vigne du Clos Montmartre
There are still a few vineyards left in Montmartre, as a reminder that this area was once agricultural. At Clos Montmartre, the annual production is limited to around 1,000 to 1,500 bottles, with the profits being donated to social causes. It is also the occasion to celebrate the Montmartre harvest every year, around October, and gather for a festive time.
2 minutes here · Admission not included
Au Lapin Agile
The café ! After painting all day, it’s tradition to gather all night at the café and especially at the famous cabaret Le Lapin Agile. Originally, the place was called the Cabaret des Assassins - Assassin’s cabaret. The name came, ironically, from the idea that all the “assassins” of the world would gather there to remake society: anarchists, rebels, poets, drunkards, and many more. But in truth, the only things being “killed” here were bourgeois ideas, not people. Then, in 1879, the painter André Gill took over the decoration of the cabaret. He decided to paint a rabbit escaping from a cooking pot. People began to exclaim, “That’s Gill’s Rabbit!” — Le Lapin à Gill! — which, over time, evolved into Le Lapin Agile, meaning “The Nimble Rabbit. This cabaret greeted artists, libertarians, anarchists and many others that seeked pure air in Montmartre. Monet, Renoir and the impressionists used to spend time there while drinking and re-building the world. Time to enter in their dreams...
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
Meet the actor in front of number 16 on place des Abbesses in Paris
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Discovery : up to 30 people
Best price: Theatrical performance / 30 people max per group / minimum 4 people per booking / professional actor
Shared Tour : up to 15 people
Family friendly: Theatrical performance in the street / Professionnal actor / Children allowed
Family Formula
For Families and big groups: Theatrical performance / 30 people max per group / minimum 10 people per booking / professional actor
Exclusive : maximum 6 people
Once in a lifetime : Exclusive & immersive ! / Dedicated & Fluent English speaking professional actor / Interactions / Children friendly
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Immmersiv
Know before you go
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
13 verified traveler reviews for Unique Montmartre 19th century tour: a travel in time w/ an actor. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The Montmartre neighborhood as you've never seen it
Fabulous walk in the heart of the Montmartre of the 19th century, discovering the secret places frequented by the greatest Impressionists of the time. A rich and informative walk, led with humor by Father Tanguy, incolable on the life of painters as on the lasting imprint that these great masters left on our contemporary world, true revolutionaries of their time. The comedian is nice as anything, and whether you are tourist or local, you will feast and see Montmartre with a completely different eye!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
A true epic in time!
Incredible experience! A true epic in time, with an outstanding actor who has more than one anecdote in his pocket! I recommend without hesitation this concept of visitation that changes so much from conventional visits.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
An original visit around the Impressionists in Montmartre!
I visited the Montmartre des Impressionistes this afternoon with Father Tanguy, and I loved it! It was really exciting from start to finish: you discover Montmartre from both an artistic and historical angle, with plenty of anecdotes that give the impression of going back in time. The concept of an immersive tour with an actor makes the experience particularly lively and interactive, you easily get caught up in history and you don’t see time passing. I highly recommend this visit to anyone who loves art, history or just discover Paris in another way.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Great and really out of the ordinary
Great visit, I really loved it! It fills like a small art history class but much more fun, the actor was really good and I discovered several super nice hidden spots in Montmartre!
via Tripadvisor
How about we go back in time?
A visit to Montmartre playful, funny and quite original! I didn't see time go by...
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $25 to $239
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Unique Montmartre 19th century tour: a travel in time w/ an actor: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Unique Montmartre 19th century tour: a travel in time w/ an actor cost?
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Prices start at $25 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 Unique Montmartre 19th century tour: a travel in time w/ an actor take?
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Plan for about 1.8 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 Unique Montmartre 19th century tour: a travel in time w/ an actor worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 13 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 Unique Montmartre 19th century tour: a travel in time w/ an actor?
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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 Unique Montmartre 19th century tour: a travel in time w/ an actor suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Unique Montmartre 19th century tour: a travel in time w/ an actor?
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Around 5 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 1.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Unique Montmartre 19th century tour: a travel in time w/ an actor 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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