Paris: Moulin Rouge & Sacré-Cœur Montmartre Walking Tour

Montmartre's Artists, Cabarets & Hilltop Basilica in One Morning

You walk through Montmartre with a guide who knows the artists' stories, the cabarets, and the quiet corners. You see Moulin Rouge, Sacré-Cœur, Le Bateau-Lavoir, the Wall of Love, and the Moulin de la Galette. The tour ends with a pastry and the views from the basilica steps.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Moulin Rouge10m
2. Wall of Love10m
3. Clos Montmartre5m
4. Sacré-Cœur Basilica15m

Explore Montmartre art and history

• Start at Place des Abbesses
• Learn about Saint Denis and Red Abbess
• See the Wall of Love
• Visit Le Bateau-Lavoir artists' residence
• Discover Moulin Rouge history
• Visit Café des Deux Moulins from Amélie
• See Moulin de la Galette windmill
• Visit Dalida's former home
• See bust of Dalida
• Stop at La Maison Rose for photos
• Learn about Clos Montmartre vineyard
• Visit La Bonne Franquette café
• End at Sacré-Cœur Basilica

The experience

The cobblestone streets narrow as you climb toward Place des Abbesses, where the tour begins and the neighborhood's real story starts to unfold. Your guide walks you through the history of Saint Denis and the Red Abbess (a church unlike any other in Paris), then moves through the quiet corners where Picasso, Van Gogh, and Renoir actually lived and worked. You'll pass the Wallace Fountain, stop at Le Bateau-Lavoir where Picasso's early paintings took shape, and stand in front of La Maison Rose, that pink house you've probably seen in a hundred photographs. The pace is steady but not rushed. There's time to look up at the buildings, to notice the worn doorways and the names carved into plaques.

The Moulin Rouge sits at the edge of this walk, not as a nightclub you enter, but as a landmark your guide contextualizes, explaining its role in Montmartre's cabaret history and the artists it drew. From there, the route takes you to the Café des Deux Moulins, where the film *Amélie* was shot, and then to quieter stops: the Moulin de la Galette (the windmill Renoir painted), the Clos Montmartre vineyard tucked into the neighborhood, and the bust of Dalida, the singer whose legacy is woven into the area's identity. The Wall of Love comes next ("I love you" written in dozens of languages on a small tiled wall), and it lands differently when you know the streets around it.

The walk ends at Sacré-Cœur Basilica, where the white Romano-Byzantine dome sits above the city. You get the views from up there, and the guide's voice carries the weight of the neighborhood's history as you stand looking out. Before you leave, there's a classic Parisian croissant or pain au chocolat: a small thing, but it's the kind of detail that makes the morning feel complete rather than just checked off. Small groups mean you're not herded. The guide can answer questions and adjust the pace if someone needs a moment.

What’s included

Your morning includes a guide who leads you through Montmartre's streets, entry to the neighborhoods and landmarks (Moulin Rouge, Le Bateau-Lavoir, Moulin de la Galette, Wall of Love, La Maison Rose, Clos Montmartre vineyard, Sacré-Cœur Basilica), and a Parisian croissant or pain au chocolat to finish.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 10:00, the last at 18:30

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (7 and older) · Child (under 7): free

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Danis Tour

Is this one for you?Right for travelers who want Montmartre's artist history and main sights without navigating the neighborhood alone. The walking covers hilly cobblestone streets, so comfortable shoes and a steady pace are part of the experience.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 7): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is included in the tour?

A guide, visits to Montmartre landmarks (Sacré-Cœur, Le Bateau-Lavoir, Wall of Love, Moulin de la Galette, La Maison Rose, Clos Montmartre vineyard, and others), and a Parisian croissant or pain au chocolat.

Is this tour suitable for people with mobility issues?

The tour involves walking through Montmartre's hilly, cobblestone streets. It is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Suitable for all other fitness levels.

Can I bring a baby or infant?

Yes. Infants are required to sit on an adult's lap during the tour.

Will we visit the Café des Deux Moulins from the film Amélie?

Yes. The tour includes a stop at the Café des Deux Moulins, where the film was shot.