--- title: Montmartre District and Sacre Coeur - Exclusive Guided Walking Tour lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/montmartre-district-and-sacre-coeur-exclusive-guided-walking-tour/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 55 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.98 reviews: 418 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [de, ru, en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 1 of 50 (Montmartre Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/montmartre-district-and-sacre-coeur-exclusive-guided-walking-tour/ --- # Montmartre District and Sacre Coeur - Exclusive Guided Walking Tour **Guidekin's take:** The top-rated Montmartre walk in our catalogue at 4.98: the village, the windmills and Sacré-Coeur with a guide who treats it as a neighborhood, not a backdrop. In our comparison: #1 of 50 in Montmartre Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Take a stroll through the picturesque district of Montmartre, home to cabarets, windmills, and sweeping views of Paris. This 2.5 hour exclusive guided walking tour will explore the people and places that marked the Belle Epoque period, when the City of Light sparkled more than ever. Your tour will pair you with one of our guides who share their favorite stories and personalities that define the Montmartre neighborhood. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Metro exit Blanche (Line 2). - Group size varies by option: max 12 from €55 · private from €260 - Starts 09:30, 13:30, 17:00: 3 departures a day - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €10: ages 0 to 9 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €55 per person for the SEMI-PRIVATE 12ppl Max English option; other options up to €260 - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 4.98/5 from 418 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Babylon Tours Paris - Group: Group size varies by option: max 12 from €55 · private from €260 - Guide languages: German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish - Start times: 09:30, 13:30, 17:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.98 from 418 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 416 of 418. - 5 stars: 412 (99%) - 4 stars: 4 (1%) - 3 stars: 2 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the art history, storytelling and flexible pace; the recurring caveat is the uphill walking. **Praised:** - Engaging stories about Montmartre's artists and neighbourhood history - Walking pace adapted to the group, with time for questions - Local details and sights reviewers would have missed on their own - Useful recommendations for restaurants and further exploring **Complaints:** - Hilly terrain and substantial uphill walking Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-12-27 to 2026-10-01); last checked 2026-10-03. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | SEMI-PRIVATE 12ppl Max English | €55 / person | English | Save money by booking a small group tour of 12 guests max. per guide This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS. | | Private Tour French | €260 / person (for 2+ people) | French | Private Tour French | | Private Tour Spanish | €260 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish | Private Tour Spanish | | Private Tour English | €260 / person (for 2+ people) | English | PRIVATE WALKING TOUR;PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU;DURATION 2 - 2.5 HOURS;TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE | | Private Tour Russian | €260 / person (for 2+ people) | Russian | Private Tour Russian | | Private Tour German | €260 / person (for 2+ people) | German | Private Tour German | | Private Tour Italian | €260 / person (for 2+ people) | Italian | Private Tour Italian | ## What's included - TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option) - DURATION 2.5 HOURS - TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE - PRIVATE WALKING TOUR (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option) ## Not included - Tour Price Does NOT Include Hotel Pickup or Drop-Off (We Recommend UBER or Taxi) - Tour Does NOT Include Gratuities (OPTIONAL) ## Itinerary 1. **Montmartre** (2h 30m) - Discover the history of Montmartre, as we will climb the butte or hills - starting at its base where the Moulin Rouge’s windmill still spins slowly. Wind up the hill and its cobbled streets flooded with charm to discover the houses of artists like Van Gogh and Picasso who... 2. **Moulin Rouge** (10m) - From our meeting point, we will start by heading towards the infamous Moulin Rouge, a cabaret known for its entertainment for a diverse public, and for being a source of inspiration for international artists like Auguste Renoir. 3. **Van Gogh's House** (10m) - Next we will see Van Gogh’s house on Rue Lepic, the home of the artist and his brother from 1886. 4. **Dalida Statue** (10m) - Next we will walk through Place Dalida, a square of Montmartre dedicated to the French music icon Dalida. To this day many fans and tourists visit this secluded square to pay tribute to the French icon. 5. **Jardin Sauvage de St-Vincent** (10m) - You will then have a stroll past the Jardin Sauvage de St-Vincent, a sloping piece of land which the gardeners of the city decided to leave in its fragile state to observe the ecosystem, biodiversity and wild plants. It is overridden by elderberry trees, ivy and colonies of... 6. **Vigne du Clos Montmartre** (10m) - From here, we will make our way to Le Clos Montmartre, a hidden vineyard tucked away in the little streets behind the Sacré-Coeur, and one of the last remaining vines in central Paris. 7. **Au Lapin Agile** (10m) - We will then make our way to what is known as Le Lapin Agile, a cabaret known as the home to the Montmartre Bohemian set until 1914, and whose sign remains a memorable symbol of Montmartre. 8. **Basilique Du Sacre-Coeur De Montmartre** (20m) - Following on, we will make our way to the infamous Basilica Sacré-Coeur, a Roman Catholic church completed in 1914 and dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The interior of this beautiful church contains one of the world’s largest mosaics, which depicts Jesus Christ. 9. **Place Du Tertre** (15m) - After this we will pass by the Place du Tertre, a square only streets away from the Sacré-Coeur. With its many artists setting up their easels here each day, the Place du Tertre serves as a reminder of a time when Montmartre was the mecca of modern art. 10. **Dali Museum Paris** (10m) - Next you will pass by what is known as the Espace Dali, a museum with around 300 original artworks. It is a permanent exhibition devoted to Salvador Dali and his sculptures and engravings. 11. **Le Bateau-Lavoir** (10m) - We will then see the Bateau-Lavoir, one of the most famous places for artistic creation in Montmartre. From 1889 it was principally known as an artist’s residence and represented a place to live and discuss for many painters, writers, actors and art sellers. 12. **La Maison de Dalida** (10m) - You will also see La Maison de Dalida, the house in which the icon lived between 1962 and 1987. Located on 11 Bis de la Rue Orchampt, it is known as the location where Dalida committed suicide in 1987. 13. **Place des Abbesses** (10m) - Coming close to the end of the tour, we will head towards the metro station Abbesse, which represents a masterpiece of Art Nouveau architecture. Designed by Hector Guimard, it is one of the two surviving metro entrances of the kind in Paris. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:30, 13:30, 17:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Metro exit Blanche (Line 2). Meet your guide outside of the exit of the metro station on the opposite side of the stairs next to Metro sign BLANCHE. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ5XHwBE9u5kcRYNLu81mSDIA ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code) - Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside. ## Compared with other Montmartre Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #1 of 50** | €55 | 2h 30m | 4.98 (418) | varies by option | | [Paris Montmartre Free Walking Tour in English](/france/paris/tours/paris-montmartre-free-walking-tour-in-english/?format=md) | €4 per group | 2h | 4.98 (262) | shared | | [Paris Montmartre and Sacre Coeur Semi Private Tour 12ppl Max](/france/paris/tours/paris-montmartre-and-sacre-coeur-semi-private-tour-12ppl-max/?format=md) | €55 | 2h 30m | 4.99 (203) | shared | | [Private Montmartre Food Tour with Wine, Cheese and Pastries](/france/paris/tours/private-montmartre-food-tour-with-wine-cheese-and-pastries/?format=md) | €250 | 3h | 4.95 (1141) | private | Ranked #1 of 50 in Montmartre Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €1 to €280, median €85; typical length 2h 8m. 12 of 50 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/montmartre-tours/?format=md ## More in Paris - All Paris tours: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/montmartre-district-and-sacre-coeur-exclusive-guided-walking-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md