Private Tour
Soul of the City: Montmartre Private Tour
Overview
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While the *Heart* of Paris beats on the Île de la Cité, its *Soul* lives in Montmartre. Perched above the city, this hilltop neighborhood has long been a haven for Parisians, with its cobblestone streets, winding alleys, and even smaller buses navigating its narrow roads.
As we explore Montmartre together, I’ll share local tips to help you experience Paris beyond the guidebooks—from hidden gems to unforgettable food spots.
At the summit, you'll be treated to one of the best panoramic views of Paris, often overlooked by first-time visitors. We'll also pass the famed love locks, a symbol of romance in the city.
Colorful street art, stylish boutiques, and the stunning Sacré-Cœur Basilica await—this is where the true spirit of Paris shines.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
small children
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Montmartre
While the Heart of the City rests on the Isle de Cité, The Soul of the City is alive in Montmartre. We will start at the Moulin Rouge, hearing the tales behind the red windmill. Then we will begin our winding path thru the charming neighborhood. Second stop as we being the climb is at Cafe des 2 Moulin the host to our favorite french heroine Amélie. We will walk the main drag on our way up to the artist studios of Picasso and others. After passing the most famously photographed streets in the area we will see the Clos Montmartre, the only vineyard in Paris. Can't help but pass La Maison Rose famously painted by Utrillo and in the same location for over 100 years. We enter the Montmartre Village to see artists in action and maybe even get a character or painting. We will leave the village to pass the love locks that lead to Sacre Coeur where we will enjoy the view. Along the way we will hear tales of Dalida and St. Denis in this village that Parisians and guest both love.
Moulin Rouge
Historic Venue
What‘s Included
Snacks
Tour Guide
Gatuity
umbrealla
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Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The Perfect Guide for History and Food Lovers
brookewM9734QZ,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our time with Allison was truly one of the highlights of our trip. Her knowledge of the local history was incredible—she brought the area to life with fascinating stories and insights that we never would have discovered on our own. Every stop had a story, and she explained things in such an engaging and easy-to-understand way that it made the experience feel much richer. She also gave us fantastic restaurant recommendations that turned out to be some of the best meals we had during our visit. It was clear she really knows the local food scene and takes pride in sharing the best spots with her guests. And the pastry finds were absolutely amazing! She introduced us to bakeries and treats we likely would have walked right past, and each one was better than the last. If you love learning about the history of a place while also discovering incredible food along the way, you couldn’t ask for a better guide. We’re so grateful for the experience and would highly recommend Allison to anyone looking for a thoughtful, knowledgeable, and genuinely wonderful guide.
Great guided walk through Montmartre
S930TJkenb,Jul 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00While Paris isn’t the most difficult city to navigate, it is impossible for a tourist to appreciate the subtle history of the various sites and sounds of the city without some assistance. Our guide Hortense provided just the right amount of insight necessary to fully appreciate the Montmartre area. She met us at our apartment and helped us navigate the metro, while also getting an understanding of what we were interested in seeing and doing. There is no way we could’ve appreciated this part of Paris without her assistance. she was friendly and engaging and really enhanced the visit to this area.
Thanks to Allison our 7 day trip to Paris was magical!
266allysons,Jun 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Allison is an excellent tour guide. She is knowledgeable, engaging and obviously cares about ensuring everyone has a memorable experience!
Montmartre with Tours Truly
B9933OFcatherinen,Jun 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved this tour with Allison! We went up the back way, no problem with hilly terrain on a very hot day, we had some treats, learned so much. She is awesome and I would tour with her again in a second! She is the best!
Incredible tour of Montmartre, Paris
Go41068533794,Jun 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is such a fun tour, Allison is the best! I highly recommend reaching out to book with her in advance. Such a fun experience and she also offers amazing concierge services and will help you to book tickets to other museums and has the best recommendations for anything from pastries and thrift shops to the best restaurants in Paris. Thank you Allison, hope to be back for another fun day soon!
Best. Tour. Ever!
449maryr,Jun 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour is beyond what I expected. I was able to see everything I wanted to see on the tour and the customized itinerary made it super helpful and easy to plan the day. Allison was always there answering any questions I had and made the whole experience unforgettable. I will definitely recommend the tour!!
Outing in Montmartre
kpaisley2018,Jan 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Allison showed us all the nuances in Montmartre and Sacre-Coeur area. Little Gems you would never find on your own. For an extra fee she is also available to assist with questions, reservations etc while in Paris.
Spectacular Tour
GeriDW,Aug 23, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was our first trip to Paris and had heard about Allison through our travel agent. She was so incredible on the first day we hired her for a second day! The ability to walk the city with Allison and have her tell us about the history was incredible. She doesn't miss anything, from the most popular sights to the smaller less known, she is a wealth of knowledge. She also shared so many tips and tricks during the first two days that it set us up for success on the future days when we ventured out on our own. If I go back to Paris no doubt Allison and Tour to Bridges will be on the itinerary!
In love with Paris all over again
josemariadavis,Aug 23, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alison made sure we had a grand time with her soul of the city tour. My sister and I celebrated our birthdays last month in Paris. This tour made us both fall in love with Paris all over again. Our tour master knowledge and passion for the city of lights permeated our unique experience walking streets and sightseeing places we didn’t even know existed before. We were introduced to the place people go to fall in love with through the eyes and heart of an expert lover who wants the works to know WHY she is SO taken by Paris, obviously the “object of her affection” We are going back to France next April and will for sure go discover more about our beloved Paris with Alison.
A great way to see the city!
Lura S,Aug 8, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such an interesting tour. Allison has a way to make it fun and educational. When she says ‘good walking shoes are a must’, she is not kidding. And bring a bottle of water. The 2 hours seemed to be over too soon. Seeing the Sacré-Cœur was spectacular with a view to match! The history, the artists, the eye popping architecture. We stopped at the top of the only vineyard in Paris to enjoy the panoramic view of the City. We were even able to purchase a small Eiffel Tower painting in the artist village. As we were coming to the end of our tour, we stocked up on gifts and goodies to bring home.
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