Paris Pere Lachaise Cemetery Small Group Guided Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

French

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Join a small group as you delve into the enchanting realm of Paris's largest garden, a place that seamlessly intertwines history and charm. Recognized as the world's most visited cemetery, this "out of time" experience unveils both grand and lesser-known stories, weaving together the lives of iconic figures and ordinary individuals, tales of shattered dreams, and enduring romances.

Encounter the likes of Eugène Delacroix, Jim Morrison, and Colette, as well as enigmatic figures such as Allen Kardec and the ghostly White Lady. This guided journey invites you to explore the fascinating intersection of great and "little" history, where the stories of famous personalities blend with those of unsung heroes.

Upon concluding the tour, you'll have the freedom to continue your stroll and discover other hidden gems within the sprawling 44-hectare garden. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Père Lachaise Cemetery, where every corner holds a unique tale waiting to be unveiled.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Professional local guide

Learn about famous personalities such as Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Frederic Chopin or Marcel Proust

2 hours walking tour of Pere Lachaise Cemetery

Small and intimate group of 8 people max

Gratuities

Food and drinks

Transport to/from the cemetery

What To Expect

Pere-Lachaise Cemetery

Join a small group of 8 people and embark on a captivating 2 hours guided tour of Père Lachaise Cemetery, Paris's largest garden and recognized as the world's most visited cemetery, with over 3 million annual visitors.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

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Paris Pere Lachaise Cemetery Small Group Guided Tour

Reviews

5.00

13 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

My guide was wonderful!...
Vicki W,
Dec 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
My guide was wonderful! The history of the cemetery along with its residents tell a colorful tale of Paris. Although I wasn’t fond of Jim Morrison site I enjoyed many others we visited.
The bones of Paris history
niallfritz,
May 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Wonderful experience! Our guide Olivia Putorti wove the history of Paris throughout the walk through the cemetery. Fascinating!
An exciting visit to Père Lachaise
Nomad615105,
Apr 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a pleasure to discover the Père Lachaise cemetery with Olivia as your guide. Olivia took us on a journey through time and history while peppering her visit with funny, moving and juicy anecdotes about the lives of the illustrious personalities who rest in this place. I highly recommend this visit, you don't see the time passing and you leave enchanted!
Very nice visit
T9260JGbm,
Mar 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very informative and very pleasant visit. Père Lachaise is a place of great richness for French history and culture, which Olivia was able to bring to life for us in an exciting way and with great enthusiasm and generosity! THANKS
NOT an average boring visit
paulsA7294OP,
Mar 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I guess the tour was a great and modern Pere Lachaise visit, not an average classical (and boring) one, and it was fun ! Olivia is always smiling, joking and bring some very interesting facts, I highly recommand !!
Visit to Père Lachaise to recommend
ludil491,
Mar 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Interesting visit, with historical anecdotes and other more surprising and amusing ones. The cemetery is frequented like a park, so it is not inconvenient to visit it. Thanks to the great guide Olivia for this informative walk, I didn’t see the time passing!
A cemetery full of life and spirit!
marieaK713SG,
Mar 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Olivia, our guide, immersed us in the history of the cemetery and those who rest there and told a thousand anecdotes, each more fascinating than the last, with the respect due to the inhabitants of the place! Bravo, I warmly recommend this unusual visit.
Pleasant and original
nathalierA9544BU,
Mar 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The visit was very interesting. Our guide Olivia knew how to mix a touch of humor into the history of Père Lachaise, making the visit pleasant and less austere, although very serious. Thank you for this experience!
So great !!
Trek13271915906,
Feb 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great time at the père lachaise cemetery, a lot of funny anecdote and a fantastic story telling by Julie. A truely immersive trip in a misterious place. I Will do it Again and i recomend !!
A great moment in history
295agathec,
Feb 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a wonderful experience and I'd highly recommend it! Information out of the ordinary. Thank you to our guide Olivia for having a great time and telling some wonderful stories!