4.7(28 reviews)
Père Lachaise Cemetery Tour with Crepes
From€49
3 hours
Paris, France
About this activity
Join a 3-hour guided tour of Paris's Père Lachaise Cemetery, visiting iconic graves and savoring traditional French crepes.
Highlights
- Explore Oscar Wilde's grave
- Discover Jim Morrison's resting place
- Learn about famous personalities
- Enjoy authentic French crepes
- Stroll through historic cemetery paths
Full description
Delve into the rich history of Père Lachaise Cemetery on this engaging 3-hour walking tour. Led by an expert guide, you'll visit the final resting places of luminaries like Oscar Wilde and Jim Morrison, uncovering fascinating stories behind their lives and legacies. As you wander through the serene pathways, immerse yourself in the tranquil ambiance of one of Paris's most iconic landmarks. To enhance your experience, indulge in a delightful tasting of authentic French crepes, adding a culinary touch to your historical journey. This tour offers a unique blend of culture, history, and gastronomy, making it a must-do for visitors seeking an off-the-beaten-path Parisian adventure.
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Père Lachaise Cemetery
- Visit to notable graves like Oscar Wilde and Jim Morrison
- Traditional French crepes tasting
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
Itinerary
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Discover Paris' funeral history, from the eerie Catacombs to the creation of Père Lachaise. How it operates today, and the raw truths behind the city’s evolving approach to death. Your guide will lead you through the serene pathways of the cemetery, stopping at the graves of famous individuals Guest will find out why Oscar was moved from his first resting place after a pauper's funeral in Bagneaux cemetery. Oscar Wilde's friends and fans later raised the funds to purchase a burial plot in the more fashionable Père Lachaise cemetery and to have his body moved. Visit the grave of the most famous Born April 26, 1798 in France, he was one of the most famous romanticism painters. He portrayed among other things, the Muslim world, the result of his travels. He died on August 13, 1863, leaving a large number of works, many of which are in the Louvre in Paris. After seeing "Liberty Leading the People" in a history book at school, it impacted me a lot and I became interested in his work.
Duration: 45 minAdmission: YES
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Visit the grave of the most famous French singer of the first half of the 20th century, whose singing fame was worldwide and had developed a cult-following among the working class.
Duration: 7 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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The final stand of the Paris Commune in 1871. This wall marks the spot where over a hundred Communards were executed, a poignant symbol of revolution, sacrifice, and the struggle for justice.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Tomb stone of Gertrude Stein and Alice B. Toklas Gertrude Stein, the iconic writer and salon hostess, was at the heart of the city's avant-garde movement. Enabling artists to live from their art and therefore allowing us to enjoy their legacy today. This tomb is a tribute to their 40 year old relationship.
Duration: 5 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Guest will find out why Oscar was moved from his first resting place after a pauper's funeral in Bagneaux cemetery. Oscar Wilde's friends and fans later raised the funds to purchase a burial plot in the more fashionable Père Lachaise cemetery and to have his body moved.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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A journalist murdered by the Emperor's relatives during the tumultuous days of the Second Empire. Buried as a martyr to an oppressive regime, Victor Noir has since become symbolised for his legendary fertility powers.
Duration: 7 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Antoine Parmentier is famous for turning the potato from a feared food into a cherished part of French cuisine. Using reverse psychology, he convinced the French to embrace the potato by making it seem like a prized, forbidden treasure.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Molière, the master of French comedy, and Jean de La Fontaine, the famed fable writer, left an indelible mark on 17th-century French literature. Both were brought to Père Lachaise to entice others to be buried here. Do those tombs truly hold the remains of those two legends?
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Tombe stone of Marcel Marceau World-renowned mime who captivated audiences with his unique ability to tell stories without a single word. Known for his iconic character Bip
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Find out why one of the world’s top composers decided to be buried here - Because Chopin feared being buried alive (not uncommon at that time), his heart was removed at his request before burial and placed in an urn.
Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Find out why Jim Morrison buried in a Paris cemetery? According to many accounts, Morrison, who had moved to France, loved walking through the Paris cemetery. His girlfriend, Pam Courson, who later died of a heroin overdose, said he “wanted to be buried there because his idol Oscar Wilde” was interred there.
Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Visit a local an authentic Parisian Creperie for the perfect finish to a Parisian tour. Guests will enjoy a delicious sweet or savoury crepe cooked in the authentic French way. Choose from Ham/Cheese/Vegetarian/Chocolate or Lemon.
Duration: 35 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately
- Crepes tasting is included; inform guide of dietary restrictions
- Meeting point is at the main entrance of Père Lachaise Cemetery
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the tour
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
- Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
- Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.
Traveler reviews
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We had a tour with just...
We had a tour with just us and our guide Becky. She was the BEST!! People wonder why I like to tour cemeteries but there is so much history. We saw Edith Piaf’s sight, Oscar Wilde, and of course Jim Morrison, but we also learned a lot of French history as told about the various tombs.
Patricia_DMay 8, 2026VIATOR
Unexpected experience
Père Lachaise was an unexpected experience. Who would’ve thought that a cemetery would be my favorite tour in Paris next to Giverny. A peaceful stroll full of historical famous people buried here whose stories were brought to life by our guide Becky. She was phenomenal. A fantastic storyteller and a great personality. Highly recommend this tour. Think beyond « cemetery tour »
stephanehuardMay 2, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Totally awesome!
Our tour guide, BECKY, was amazing. Great personality and a walking encyclopedia. Would definitely recommend this tour and hope you have Becky as the guide.
Climber05807613466Apr 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Stories among the stones
Our tour of Père Lachaise with Benedicte was truly captivating. From start to finish, she brought the cemetery to life—blending stories of its famous residents with the rich political and social history of Paris. Her warmth and storytelling made the experience unforgettable, and ending with crepes was an especially sweet touch. Highly recommended.
R7719HQlizmFeb 7, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Emma was our guide. It...
Emma was our guide. It turned out that we were the only two guests on the tour. Emma went above and beyond in all ways. My wife and I are older and the cemetery has stairs and Hills but Emma was very kind and keeping the tour at the pace that it made it easier for us. We learned a lot about the famous French stars who were buried in the cemetery. We found that Chopin is actually buried in two separate places. Jim Morrison of course is buried there and we come to see his grave and learn why he is buried in France. We would highly recommend this tour which ended with crepes.
Robert_HNov 14, 2025VIATOR
Additional information
Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.