Arc de Triomphe vs Montmartre: which should you do first?
If you only have time for one, do Montmartre first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 92 against 85 for Arc de Triomphe, and it has 492 ranked ways to see it versus 411. With a full day in Paris, pair them: plan Arc de Triomphe in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Side by side
| Arc de Triomphe | Montmartre | |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked experiences | 411 | 492 |
| Top Outty Ranking | 95 | 95 |
| Average ranking (top 10) | 85 | 92 |
| Cheapest experience | €12 | €4 |
| Average time needed | 2.3h | 2.7h |
| Free cancellation | 100% of options | 100% of options |
| Free to visit | No | No |
Best ways to see Arc de Triomphe
- 1. Paris Half-Day: 30+ Sights, Eiffel Tower, Montmartre & Notre-Dame
Outty Ranking 95 · from €12 · 4h
- 2. Private Golf Cart Tour: Paris Landmarks & Hidden Gems
Outty Ranking 88 · from €59 · 2h
- 3. Paris Private Flexible Duration Guided Tour on a Vintage Sidecar
Outty Ranking 87 · from €99 · 1h
- 4. Paris: Your Perfect Private Customized Day Tour–Half or Full Day
Outty Ranking 86 · from €20 · 3.5h
- 5. Paris City Sightseeing Half Day Guided Segway Tour with a Local Guide
Outty Ranking 86 · from €50 · 3h
Best ways to see Montmartre
- 1. Paris Half-Day: 30+ Sights, Eiffel Tower, Montmartre & Notre-Dame
Outty Ranking 95 · from €12 · 4h
- 2. Paris Montmartre Walking Tour Best Art Culture and Food
Outty Ranking 95 · from €29 · 1.5h
- 3. Paris Montmartre Guided Food Tour: A Full Meal by Do Eat Better
Outty Ranking 95 · from €65 · 3.5h
- 4. Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Outty Ranking 92 · from €26 · 2h
- 5. Paris in A Day Louvre Eiffel Tower Notre Dame and Seine Cruise
Outty Ranking 91 · from €89 · 4h
Frequently asked questions
Arc de Triomphe or Montmartre: which is better?
If you only have time for one, do Montmartre first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 92 against 85 for Arc de Triomphe, and it has 492 ranked ways to see it versus 411. With a full day in Paris, pair them: plan Arc de Triomphe in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Which is cheaper, Arc de Triomphe or Montmartre?
Ranked experiences at Arc de Triomphe start from €12 and at Montmartre from €4 per person.
How long do you need at Arc de Triomphe and Montmartre?
Experiences at Arc de Triomphe run 2.3 hours on average and at Montmartre 2.7 hours, so both fit in one day in Paris with a break in between.
Can you do Arc de Triomphe and Montmartre on the same day?
Yes. Book the longer visit for the morning when crowds are lighter, and keep the afternoon for the other. 100% of Arc de Triomphe options and 100% of Montmartre options offer free cancellation, which makes it easy to adjust.
What is the best tour of each?
For Arc de Triomphe: Paris Half-Day: 30+ Sights, Eiffel Tower, Montmartre & Notre-Dame (Outty Ranking 95, from €12). For Montmartre: Paris Half-Day: 30+ Sights, Eiffel Tower, Montmartre & Notre-Dame (Outty Ranking 95, from €12).