Père Lachaise Cemetery Famous Graves Private Guided Tour

Trace the stories of Paris’s most celebrated figures on a private 2-hour guided walk through Pere Lachaise Cemetery.

Getting started

Meet your expert English-speaking guide at the exit of the Alexandre Dumas metro station (Line 2). After a brief introduction, you and your group can set off on foot to explore the cemetery, with your guide handling all navigation and sharing essential context before you enter.

What to expect

This is a fully private 2-hour guided walking tour, tailored just for your group, whether you're a couple, a family, or a small group of friends (up to 15 guests). With no strangers joining, your guide adjusts the pace, route, and storytelling to your interests, allowing you to spend more time where it matters to you. Explore the cemetery’s most iconic and lesser-known graves, uncovering stories with quirky traditions, and hidden symbolism. It’s an intimate way to discover one of Paris’s most iconic landmarks.

Features

• Graves of legends: Visit the tombs of Edith Piaf, Oscar Wilde, Jim Morrison, Frédéric Chopin, Molière, La Fontaine, and Modigliani, each accompanied by stories of their lives and legacies.

• Private group experience: This is a fully private tour, only your selected group joins, allowing for a more personalized and flexible experience.

• Historical insights: Learn about the cemetery’s unique features, from its 19th-century origins to its role in Parisian history, with detailed commentary from your guide.

• Complimentary guidebook: Receive a free ‘101 Paris Secrets and Treasures’ guidebook, packed with insider tips and hidden gems to enrich your Paris experience.

Know before you go

What to bring

• Wear comfortable shoes as the tour lasts approx. 2 hours and involves walking on uneven surfaces.

• Bring weather-appropriate clothing, as the tour operates in all weather conditions.

What’s not allowed

• Pets are not permitted on this tour.

• Strollers and wheelchairs are not recommended, as the route is not accessible.

Accessibility

• This experience is not wheelchair and stroller accessible.

• The tour is not suitable for individuals with mobility issues.

Additional information

• The meeting point is at the exit of the Alexandre Dumas metro stop on Metro Line 2.

• Please arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled time for check-in. Late arrivals will miss the tour.

• The tour is not suitable for people with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with heart conditions.

• Food and hotel transfers are not included in your ticket.