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Sacré-Coeur and Montmartre: Step into History with a Guided Tour
3.7
66 Ratings
Paris
Step into history with a guided tour of Sacré-Coeur and Montmartre. Explore the stunning Basilica and learn about its interior and exterior. Discover the artistic and picturesque village of Montmartre, home to artists, revolutionaries, and outsiders who shaped the unique history of Paris.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre - Explore the interior of Basilica du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre on this guided private tour. You’ll learn about the history of this Parisian landmark and climb up to the dome for a panoramic view of the city.
What's Included
- Tour of Montmartre and Place du Tertre
- Outside tour of the Basilica of the Sacré heart
- Professional guide
What's Not Included
- Entrance for the Dome
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities/ Transportation
Additional Information
Take a journey outside the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Paris, an edifice constructed between 1874 and 1914, and indulge in the artistic charms of the picturesque village. Your exploration starts with an outdoor tour of the Sacred Heart. Discover the Basilica’s interior and exterior with the help of an knowledgeable guide. Marvel at the world’s largest mosaic, Christ in Majesty, which presents the Sacred Heart of Jesus being revered by the Virgin Mary, Jeanne d’Arc, and St. Michael the Archangel. Post the Basilica visit, your guide will escort you to the Montmartre village. This district has always maintained a distinctive identity from the rest of Paris, isolated not only by its geographical location atop a large hill in the city’s northern 18th Arrondissement, but also by its inhabitants — artists, revolutionaries, and outsiders — who significantly influenced Paris’s unique history. The neighborhood’s winding roads house intriguing stories and offer special views at every turn, with the Place du Tertre being one of Paris’s most famous squares. Montmartre is indeed an enchanting neighborhood.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Make sure you are dressed appropriately
- No pictures inside
Location
Carrousel de Saint-Pierre
Place Saint-Pierre
Meet your guide in front of the Carrousel de Saint-Pierre, inside of the Square Louise-Michel. Once you arrive, you will be able to see the Cathedral on the top of the hill.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
3.7
(66 Ratings)
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Sven_k
May 27, 2024
Great tour of Montmartre - This was the best guided tour I had in Paris. The guide showed us around in the Montmartre quarter and talked about its current state and the area‘s history. There was just the right amount of information - not too much and not too little! Despite the inclement weather, we had a good time and got to know unusual Montmartre. Unfortunately, we lost our guide in Sacre-Cœur a few moments before the ending of our tour as there were many visitors in the church.
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Lori_j
May 5, 2024
Tell me more - I loved the stories that were told. The experience was very interesting and enjoyable with a good hearty stroll. The artists in the square were phenomenal and so nice to see.
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Sheree_b
Dec 17, 2023
Amazing views! - The basilica was AMAZING and so was our guide! Really enjoyed it. Did realize afterwards that we were supposed to go to the dome and we never did. Why was this the case?
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Kimberly_b
Oct 21, 2023
Great tour of Montmartre and Sacre-Coeur - We had a wonderful tour of Sacre Cœur and Montmartre. I’ve done a tour of Montmartre two other times and I was so happy to see places I didn’t see on the previous tours. It was also during the Fête de Vandange so we got to see some extra sites that are only there this time of year. Great tour!
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K4042lodennisc
Oct 13, 2023
Must see when in Paris. - The tour was wonderful and extremely informative. Anna knows her stuff and made the entire tour so enjoyable.
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Karen_e
Sep 11, 2023
Wonderful - Our guide Anna was so friendly and very knowledgeable:)
She was energetic and responsive, we had a few breaks up the stairs which was wonderful in 35 degree heat
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Hans_m
Sep 11, 2023
Excellent Sacre-Coeur tour guide Lara - Our guide Lara was excellent and very friendly and knowledgeable. We will recommend this tour to our friends.
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N7997owanitad
Aug 10, 2023
Terrific Guide. Be prepared to walk up and town cobble-stoned, hilly streets. - Our guide, Jocelyn Corralejos, was terrific. She covered the architecture and history of Sacre-Coeur and Montmartre. She was informative, helpful and patient. Although the official tour did not include going into the basilica, Jocelyn took her own time after the tour to escort us to the church and take us inside because many of the tour guests wanted to do it.
There are about 200 steps to climb to reach the church from the meeting point. If you don't want to climb them, you need to wait in line and pay for an elevator/funiculair to take you to the top. Once at the top, the walk around the outside of the church is very nice. However, be prepared (wear sturdy shoes) to go up and down cobble-stoned streets in Montmartre.
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Tina_w
Apr 15, 2024
Scam?? - I booked this tour online and arrived at the meeting place specified 15 minutes early but I did not see any tour guide. I waited 40 minutes. I tried calling the number on the website but got an answering machine saying they were closed. I also sent a text message. No response. I’m not sure if this is a scam.
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Stephen_m
Jan 8, 2024
Scam? - We were on site 30 minutes early and never saw any tour guide so we were unable to take the tour we paid for. We will yelp your service as a scam. We would like to be reimbursed for the four tickets.
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