Guided Tours

Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur Basilica Guided Tour with optional Dôme Access

Montmartre street view with Sacré Coeur Basilica in Paris during guided tour.

Montmartre street with view of Sacré Coeur Basilica during walking tour in Paris.

christ mosaic at Sacré Coeur Basilica, Paris

Tourists exploring Montmartre streets with Sacré Coeur Basilica in the background, Paris.

Highlights

Take a walking tour of Paris' authentic village with a bohemian vibe—Montmartre; and its most notable landmark, Sacre Coeur Basilica.
The tour is led by an expert English-speaking guide, sharing stories about some of its most famous residents including Van Gogh and Toulouse-Lautrec, as you trace their footsteps.
Visit the hotspots they once did, such as La Maison Rose (cafe), Bateau-Lavoir (artists' living quarters); and tourist favorites like the Wall of Love.
Learn about the history and architecture of Sacré-Cœur Basilica on a guided tour of the church's exterior and explore its magnificent interiors on your own.
Your ticket includes access to the dome, a 280-step climb (83 m high). You can see as far as the Eiffel Tower which is 6.3 km away, by road.
Want to explore more? Upgrade your ticket to include food and wine tastings at local bistros.

Inclusions

90-minute guided walking tour of Montmartre
Tickets to the dome of the Sacré-Cœur Basilica (as per option selected)

Exclusions

Guided tour of the interior of the Sacré-Cœur Basilica

Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Janet

5/5

Oct, 2024

Weaving our way up the Montmartre side streets and hearing about its history. Would not get this same experience by ourselves. We loved the stories we could hear but it was difficult to hear the guide as she was not always facing everyone when she began her dialogue and was not waiting for the group to be intact before starting to talk. We did not have the benefit of headsets like we had in other tours so although we enjoyed it very much - we feel we missed some interesting facts. If we fell towards the back of the group we missed out on her dialogue- so we had to scamper to be right behind her.

Stephen

5/5

Sep, 2024

Our guide Ben was terrific! She was excited to share her knowledge and experiences living in Montmartre and it showed. Very worthwhile experience.

Zsaklin

5/5

Aug, 2024

The guide, Sania, all the extra interesting information about the place and about Paris in general as well and the place itself ofcourse.

Hugh

4/5

Jan, 2025

The procees was smooth.Also the ticket was emailed without delay.

Chris

5/5

Jan, 2025

Nice guidebook. Nice lesser known places with information. Early time, so still quiet.

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Your experience

Start of the tour

Meet your guide at the bottom of Montmartre Hill for a 90-minute guided walking tour of this artistic neighborhood. Walk through the winding cobblestone alleys, as your guide shares fascinating stories of the landmarks you spot.

Around the neighborhood

From the romantic Wall of Love that features I Love You in 250 languages to Bateau-Lavoir, a cluster of studios where many famous artists lived and worked including Pablo Picasso and Diego Rivera, Montmartre is teeming with sites of historic relevance. The tour continues past Moulin de la Galette, the last remaining windmill of 30 others that formerly decorated the hill, and La Maison Rose, a pink-colored cafe frequented by artists and their friends.

Sacré-Cœur Basilica

The tour concludes at the steps of Sacré-Cœur Basilica where your guide will hand over tickets for you to explore the dome on your own. Before you begin the 280-step climb to the rooftop, your guide will give you a quick overview of the basilica's history and architecture.

Climb to enjoy expansive views of the city and its suburbs.

Know before you go

What to bring

Wear comfortable walking shoes on this tour as the cobblestone paths are uneven.

What's not allowed

Strict dress code: Sacré Coeur Basilica is a place of worship. Visitors are requested to dress modestly (covered shoulders and knees).

Accessibility

This tour is not suitable for people with mobility issues.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.