--- title: Père Lachaise Cemetery Tour, Tales from the Graves and Crepes lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/p-re-lachaise-cemetery-tour-tales-from-the-graves-and-crepes/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 49 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.73 reviews: 30 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en, fr] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 61 of 88 (Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/p-re-lachaise-cemetery-tour-tales-from-the-graves-and-crepes/ --- # Père Lachaise Cemetery Tour, Tales from the Graves and Crepes **Guidekin's take:** Visit the graves of Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde and Édith Piaf in Père Lachaise Cemetery, then stop for a crepe. A guided walk and a sweet or savory crepe are included; the route involves uneven ground, hills and stairs. 4.73 from 30 reviews at €49 per person for 3h. In our comparison: #61 of 88 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Explore the historic Père Lachaise Cemetery and visit the famous graves of Paris including Jim Morrison on this fascinating guided tour. This tour delves into the lives, loves, and lasting contributions of those who shaped our world. More than a cemetery, Père Lachaise is an open-air museum where every stop reveals an unforgettable tale. The tour also includes a delightful French crepe experience at a local Parisian Creperie. As you walk through the leafy, peaceful grounds, your guide will share fascinating stories about the lives and deaths of these influential personalities, painting a vivid picture of their lasting impact on culture and history. This Père Lachaise Cemetery tour paired with a French crepe experience offers a perfect combination of history, culture, and culinary indulgence. It’s an ideal way to explore the famous graves of Paris while enjoying a true taste of the city. ## Before you book - Meeting point: MEETING TIME: 15 minutes before the… - Starts 10:30, 14:30: 2 departures a day - Food not included: Extra food and beverages beyond the… - Fitness notes apply: see additional information - Children from €44: ages 4 to 12 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €49 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.73/5 from 30 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: LetzGo City Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, French - Start times: 10:30, 14:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.73 from 30 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 93% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 28 of 30. - 5 stars: 28 (93%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 2 (7%) ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Pere Lachaise _ French Guide | €49 / person | French | French Guide: The tour is available in French by choosing this option | | Père Lachaise _ English Guide | €49 / person | French | English Guide: With English speaking live Guide by choosing this option | ## What's included - Enjoy a perfect blend of history & culinary delights - French crepe at a traditional Parisian café (choice of sweet or savory options) - English or French In person Guide. - Fully guided walking tour with an expert, first-class friendly guide - Visit to famous graves including Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Édith Piaf, and more - No hassle easy access entrance to Père Lachaise Cemetery with an expert local guide ## Not included - Gratuities for the guide (optional but appreciated) - Extra food and beverages beyond the included crepe - Hotel pick-up and drop-off ## Itinerary 1. **Pere-Lachaise Cemetery** (45m; admission included) - Discover Paris' funeral history, from the eerie Catacombs to the creation of Père Lachaise. How it operates today, and the raw truths behind the city’s evolving approach to death. Your guide will lead you through the serene pathways of the cemetery, stopping at the graves of... 2. **Visit the grave of the most famous French singer of the first half of the 20t...** (7m) - Visit the grave of the most famous French singer of the first half of the 20th century, whose singing fame was worldwide and had developed a cult-following among the working class. 3. **The final stand of the Paris Commune in 1871** (10m) - This wall marks the spot where over a hundred Communards were executed, a poignant symbol of revolution, sacrifice, and the struggle for justice. 4. **Tomb stone of Gertrude Stein and Alice B** (5m) - Toklas Gertrude Stein, the iconic writer and salon hostess, was at the heart of the city's avant-garde movement. Enabling artists to live from their art and therefore allowing us to enjoy their legacy today. This tomb is a tribute to their 40 year old relationship. 5. **Guest will find out why Oscar was moved from his first resting place after a ...** (10m) - Guest will find out why Oscar was moved from his first resting place after a pauper's funeral in Bagneaux cemetery. Oscar Wilde's friends and fans later raised the funds to purchase a burial plot in the more fashionable Père Lachaise cemetery and to have his body moved. 6. **A journalist murdered by the Emperor's relatives during the tumultuous days o...** (7m) - A journalist murdered by the Emperor's relatives during the tumultuous days of the Second Empire. Buried as a martyr to an oppressive regime, Victor Noir has since become symbolised for his legendary fertility powers. 7. **Antoine Parmentier is famous for turning the potato from a feared food into a...** (10m) - Antoine Parmentier is famous for turning the potato from a feared food into a cherished part of French cuisine. Using reverse psychology, he convinced the French to embrace the potato by making it seem like a prized, forbidden treasure. 8. **Molière, the master of French comedy, and Jean de La Fontaine, the famed fabl...** (10m) - Molière, the master of French comedy, and Jean de La Fontaine, the famed fable writer, left an indelible mark on 17th-century French literature. Both were brought to Père Lachaise to entice others to be buried here. Do those tombs truly hold the remains of those two legends? 9. **Pere-Lachaise Cemetery** (10m) - Tombe stone of Marcel Marceau World-renowned mime who captivated audiences with his unique ability to tell stories without a single word. Known for his iconic character Bip 10. **Find out why one of the world’s top composers decided to be buried here - Bec...** (15m) - Find out why one of the world’s top composers decided to be buried here - Because Chopin feared being buried alive (not uncommon at that time), his heart was removed at his request before burial and placed in an urn. 11. **Find out why Jim Morrison buried in a Paris cemetery** (15m) - According to many accounts, Morrison, who had moved to France, loved walking through the Paris cemetery. His girlfriend, Pam Courson, who later died of a heroin overdose, said he “wanted to be buried there because his idol Oscar Wilde” was interred there. 12. **Visit a local an authentic Parisian Creperie for the perfect finish to a Pari...** (35m) - Visit a local an authentic Parisian Creperie for the perfect finish to a Parisian tour. Guests will enjoy a delicious sweet or savoury crepe cooked in the authentic French way. Choose from Ham/Cheese/Vegetarian/Chocolate or Lemon. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:30, 14:30 - 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 MEETING TIME: 15 minutes before the scheduled start time MEETING PLACE: Alexandre Dumas Metro on Line 2 MEETING POINT: Meet your guide directly outside Alexandre Dumas Metro. Look for the LetzGo City Tours sign held by your guide Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJHbAAHYpt5kcRgjVD36-rw5E Ends: The tour will end near the Creperie. ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs. - Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise. - Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps. - Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. - Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older. - Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility - Not suitable for guests with strict dietary requirements and food allergies ## Compared with other Food Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #61 of 88** | €49 | 3h | 4.73 (30) | shared | | [French Wine, Champagne And Cheese Tasting Paris SECRET WINE DOOR](/france/paris/tours/french-wine-champagne-and-cheese-tasting-paris-secret-wine-door/?format=md) | €89 | 2h | 4.99 (494) | shared | | [Paris Cooking Class and Lunch with Wine plus Market Visit Option](/france/paris/tours/paris-cooking-class-and-lunch-with-wine-plus-market-visit-option/?format=md) | €199 | 6h | 4.96 (1158) | shared | | [Paris Cooking Class: Learn How to Make Macarons](/france/paris/tours/paris-cooking-class-learn-how-to-make-macarons/?format=md) | €129 | 3h | 4.97 (687) | shared | Ranked #61 of 88 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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