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Paris Pere Lachaise Cemetery Small Group Guided Tour
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12 Ratings
Paris
Explore Paris's Père Lachaise Cemetery with a small group. Uncover tales of iconic figures and hidden gems in this enchanting, historic garden.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 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.
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
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Transport to/from the cemetery
Additional Information
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.
Location
28 Bd de Ménilmontant
Boulevard de Ménilmontant
The guide will meet you in front of the cafe "L'AMI JUSTIN",
28 boulevard de Ménilmontant, 75020 PARIS.
Your guide will be wearing a red lanyard around the neck with "Paris Trip" printed on it.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Niallfritz
May 9, 2024
The bones of Paris history - Wonderful experience! Our guide Olivia Putorti wove the history of Paris throughout the walk through the cemetery. Fascinating!
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Nomad615105
Apr 18, 2024
An exciting visit to Père Lachaise - 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!
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T9260jgbm
Mar 22, 2024
Very nice visit - 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
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Paulsa7294op
Mar 21, 2024
NOT an average boring visit - 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 !!
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Ludil491
Mar 20, 2024
Visit to Père Lachaise to recommend - 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!
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Marieak713sg
Mar 20, 2024
A cemetery full of life and spirit! - 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.
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Nathaliera9544bu
Mar 14, 2024
Pleasant and original - 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!
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Trek13271915906
Feb 29, 2024
So great !! - 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 !!
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295agathec
Feb 28, 2024
A great moment in history - 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!
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S4344kdfrancisd
Feb 25, 2024
Enjoyable walking tour - Our guide provided a superb walking tour of the Père Lachaise cemetery in Paris, delving into the history of its creation and exploring the cultural context that shaped its evolution. His expertise extended to the cemetery's many notable residents, such as Jim Morrison, making the experience very enjoyable and memorable. I highly recommend this tour and our guide Julie!
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