Montmartre Free Tour: Artists, Hidden Streets & the Soul of Paris

Discover the soul of Montmartre.

From the famous Moulin Rouge to the breathtaking Sacré Cœur Basilica, we'll wander through the hidden streets, cobblestone lanes, and quiet corners that make Montmartre one of the most enchanting neighborhoods in Paris.

Once an independent village overlooking the city, Montmartre became a refuge for artists, dreamers, revolutionaries, and free spirits. Together, we'll uncover the stories that transformed this hilltop community into the artistic heart of Paris.

Along the way, you'll discover:

• Hidden streets and charming village houses

• A real working vineyard in the heart of Paris

• Historic windmills that survived the centuries

• Van Gogh's apartment

• Renoir's house

• Picasso's former studio

• Place du Tertre, Montmartre's famous artists' square

• The legendary Moulin Rouge and its wild past

More than a tour of landmarks, this is a journey through the lives of the people who shaped Montmartre — from struggling painters and can-can dancers to artists whose work changed the world forever.

We'll finish at the magnificent Sacré-Cœur Basilica, where one of the most spectacular views in Paris awaits.

If you're looking for the romantic, artistic, and authentic side of Paris, this is the tour for you.

The tour lasts 2 hours

Available in English

Guide: Essential Tours

PRO

Guiding since 2022

Get the local perspective! We are a small team of young, professional, licensed guides with years of experience and a passion for storytelling, history, food and culture. From Montmartre to the Latin Quarter, we lead tours of every beautiful and historic Parisian neighborhood, as well as inside the Louvre, Orsay and Versailles. With backgrounds in Art History, Theatre, Modern Languages, and all things Paris, our mission is to share both the city’s rich and fascinating history as well as the lesser known tricks and hot spots so you can get the best out of your stay in Paris.

11 stops

1.8 km walking

2 hours

Meeting point:5 Pl. Blanche, 75009 Paris, FranceYour guide, will be waiting in front of the Starbucks at Place Blanche, directly opposite the Moulin Rouge, holding a **red umbrella**. Arrive a few minutes early, say hello, and get ready to discover the hidden streets, artists, and stories that make Montmartre the soul of Paris.Open in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Moulin Rouge

Outside visit

Rue des Abbesses

Outside visit

Moulin de la Galette

11 stops

1.8 km walking

2 hours

Outside visit

Moulin Rouge

Outside visit

Rue des Abbesses

Outside visit

Moulin de la Galette

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Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Accepts bookings of up to 12 people.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.