Montmartre & Sacré-Cœur: 2.5-Hour Guided Walking Tour Paris

The Moulin Rouge's windmill still turns, and that's where your Montmartre walk begins

You climb from the Moulin Rouge up the butte through cobbled streets, stopping at Van Gogh's house, Place Dalida, the hidden Clos Montmartre vineyard, Au Lapin Agile cabaret, and Sacré-Cœur Basilica with interior time. The route includes Place du Tertre, the Bateau-Lavoir, Espace Dali, and ends at the Art Nouveau Abbesses metro. A private guide walks the full 2.5 hours with you, and the tour runs regardless of weather. Just dress for it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each7 stops

1. Montmartre2h 30m
2. Moulin Rouge10m
3. Clos Montmartre10m
4. Au Lapin Agile10m
5. Sacré-Cœur Basilica20m
6. Place du Tertre15m
7. Dalí Paris10m

Explore Montmartre and Sacré-Coeur highlights

• Start at Moulin Rouge windmill
• See Van Gogh’s house on Rue Lepic
• Walk through Place Dalida
• Stroll past Jardin Sauvage de St-Vincent
• Visit Le Clos Montmartre vineyard
• Stop at Le Lapin Agile cabaret
• Enter Sacré-Coeur Basilica and explore inside
• Pass by Place du Tertre artists’ square
• Visit Espace Dali museum
• See Bateau-Lavoir artist residence
• View La Maison de Dalida
• End at Abbesse metro station

The experience

The tour starts at the base of the butte, right where the Moulin Rouge sits with its red windmill still spinning slowly. From there you climb the cobbled streets of Montmartre, passing the house where Van Gogh lived with his brother in 1886 on Rue Lepic, then through Place Dalida: a quiet square dedicated to the French singer where fans still leave flowers. Your guide walks you through the actual neighborhood, not just pointing at landmarks from a distance. You'll see the Jardin Sauvage de St-Vincent, a wild patch of land the city left untended on purpose, overgrown with elderberry and ivy. It's the kind of detail that makes the district feel lived-in rather than staged.

The route takes in Le Clos Montmartre, one of the last vineyards left in central Paris, tucked behind narrow streets. Then comes Au Lapin Agile, the cabaret that housed the Bohemian crowd until 1914. The sign alone is worth the stop. You'll reach Sacré-Cœur Basilica at the summit, where you get time to walk inside and see the massive mosaic of Jesus Christ that covers the interior. The white dome is one of Paris's highest points, and the view back across the city from up there is the kind of photo that actually looks like the postcard. After that, Place du Tertre: the square where artists still set up easels every day, just like they did when Montmartre was the center of modern art. You'll also pass the Bateau-Lavoir, where painters and writers lived and worked from 1889 onward, and the Espace Dali, a museum with around 300 original Dalí pieces. The tour ends near Abbesses metro station, which is itself an Art Nouveau masterpiece designed by Hector Guimard: one of only two surviving entrances of its kind in the city.

The whole thing runs 2.5 hours and happens rain or shine. You get a guide exclusively for your group (unless you pick the semi-private option to save money), which means the pace is yours and the stories are tailored. Comfortable shoes matter. You're climbing hills on uneven streets. No large bags or suitcases fit the route, and depending on the season, bring water, an umbrella, or a hat. If there's a national celebration that blocks your planned route, the guide will swap in an alternative that still hits all the main spots, though refunds don't apply in those cases. Some attractions can't be entered from inside anymore because of security measures, but the exteriors and the neighborhood itself are what make Montmartre worth the walk.

What’s included

Your 2.5-hour tour includes an exclusive private guide for your group (or semi-private if you choose that option), access to all the main Montmartre highlights (Moulin Rouge, Van Gogh's house, Place Dalida, Clos Montmartre, Au Lapin Agile, Sacré-Cœur Basilica with interior time, Place du Tertre, Bateau-Lavoir, and Espace Dali) plus the walk itself through the cobbled streets and neighborhoods that shaped the district. The tour runs in all weather conditions.

Options for this experience

7 options

Private Tour Italian09:30 and 17:00Private Tour Italian

Private Tour German09:30 and 17:00Private Tour German

Private Tour English09:30 and 17:00Private walking tour; a professional tour guide exclusively for you; duration 2 to 2.5 hours; the tour will run rain or shine

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Private Tour Spanish09:30 and 17:00Private Tour Spanish

Private Tour Russian09:30 and 17:00Private Tour Russian

Private Tour French09:30 and 17:00Private Tour French

Semi-private, up to 12 people, English09:30 and 17:00Save money by booking a small group tour with a maximum of 12 guests per guide. This option is not suitable for wheelchairs.

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Information

Lasts 2h 30m, runs every day at 09:30 and 17:00, from € 55 per person, with live guides in 6 languages, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:30 and 17:00Other times ›

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (10 to 17 years) · Child (under 10)

GroupPrivate10 in a group ›

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Russian

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.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Babylon Tours Paris

Is this one for you?Book this if you want the full Montmartre story in one walk without figuring out which sites matter or how to string them together. The guide handles the route, the timing, and the context that turns a walk into a neighborhood tour.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Russian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 to 17 years); Child (under 10).

How long is the Montmartre walking tour?

2.5 hours. The pace includes stops at each major site, so it's not rushed.

Do I need to be fit to do this tour?

You need at least a moderate level of fitness. You're climbing the butte on cobbled streets with uneven ground, so comfortable shoes are essential.

Can I bring a large bag or suitcase?

No. Large bags and suitcases are not allowed on this tour. Travel light.

What if it rains?

The tour runs in all weather. Bring an umbrella and dress appropriately. The guide will adjust the route only if there's a national celebration blocking access.

Can I go inside Sacré-Cœur Basilica?

Yes, you have time to explore inside the basilica. Some other attractions may have restricted interior access due to security measures.

Is this a private tour or a group tour?

It's a private walking tour with an exclusive guide for your group, unless you choose the semi-private option to save money.

What should I bring?

Comfortable walking shoes, a bottle of water, an umbrella in case of rain, and a hat during summer. No large bags.

What if the tour route is blocked by a celebration?

The guide will provide an alternative route that still covers all the main highlights. Refunds or discounts do not apply in these cases.

Are there metro stations nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available nearby. The tour ends near Abbesses metro station.