Montparnasse Guided Tour with Access to the Observation Deck

In the roaring Twenties, Montparnasse established itself as the artistic hub of Paris. On this guided tour of this must-see area of Paris, you’ll first view the Boulevard du Montparnasse, It’s definitely worth a visit due to its history as being a favorite meeting place among intellectuals and artists of the early 20th century. You can visit the brasseries that were frequented by the likes of Jean Cocteau, Pablo Picasso, and Ernest Hemingway. While exploring this Parisian neighborhood, you may come across unassuming locations like The Sphinx and The Monocle. But don’t be fooled, your tour guide will regale you with stories about the sensational nightlife of these two buildings from the 1930s and 1940s. Moreover, you will learn interesting facts about Paris’s most celebrated Black artist – Josephine Baker – as you walk through the street named in her honor.

The Montparnasse Cemetery is a popular landmark that is favored by tourists for its soothing atmosphere. Here, you can take a walk among the graves of Simone de Beauvoir, Jean-Paul Sartre, and Charles Baudelaire. Take your time strolling through the bustling theater district of Rue de la Gaite. Or else, savor mouth-watering chantilly crêpes at Rue Delambre to get a taste of Paris’ finest culinary treats. You'll end the tour at the Montparnasse Tower, nearly 690 feet (210 meters) tall and the only skyscraper in Paris. Learn about the tower and take a ride with your guide up to the observation deck at the top with your included ticket. It has the city’s best view of the Eiffel Tower!

Know before you go

What to bring

• Wear comfortable shoes as a lot of walking is involved.

Accessibility

• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

• Guide dogs are allowed on this tour.