Paris: Pere Lachaise Cemetery Famous Graves and Ghosts Tour
At a glance
Paris: Pere Lachaise Cemetery Famous Graves and Ghosts Tour is a 2h small-group experience in Paris, France, operated by Side Routes. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 22 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $10.63 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Small group capped at 15, Live English speaking guide for 2 hours.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 15 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 9 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h
- Group
- Small group, up to 15 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
The only small group cemetery tour in Paris that combines famous graves, architectural decoding, and genuine ghost stories in one unforgettable 2 hour experience. Stand at Jim Morrison's tomb, find Oscar Wilde's sphinx, and hear the chilling accounts from the Columbarium that visitors have reported for decades.
What's included
What's included
- Small group capped at 15
- Live English speaking guide for 2 hours
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
Enter the largest cemetery in Paris and begin your guided journey through 44 hectares of extraordinary history, art, and ghost stories.
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Stop 2 · 15m
Stand at the most visited grave in Paris and hear the story of the summer of 1971 and the pilgrims who still come today.
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Stop 3 · 15m
See Chopin's weeping muse and discover the fascinating reason why his heart is not actually buried in Paris.
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Stop 4 · 15m
Visit the tomb of one of history's most famous and tragic love stories and hear how they ended up in Pere Lachaise.
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Stop 5 · 15m
See one of the most unusual and fascinating monuments in the cemetery and hear the legends surrounding this extraordinary tomb.
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Stop 6 · 15m
Pay your respects at the grave of France's most beloved singer and hear the story of her extraordinary and turbulent life.
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Stop 7 · 15m
Stand at the wall where the last defenders of the Paris Commune were executed in May 1871 and hear this powerful piece of history.
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Stop 8 · 10m
Find Oscar Wilde's modernist winged sphinx by Jacob Epstein and hear the scandal it caused and the glass barrier added in 2011.
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Stop 9 · 10m
Beneath the Byzantine domes hear the chilling accounts of cold spots, failing cameras, and shadows reported here for decades.
Meeting point
Meet outside the Chaize Coffee Shop on Boulevard de Menilmontant, directly opposite the main entrance of Pere Lachaise Cemetery. Your Side Routes guide will be standing outside holding a green sign that says Side Routes.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Paris: Pere Lachaise Cemetery Famous Graves and Ghosts Tour take?
The experience lasts about 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $10.63 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Small group capped at 15; Live English speaking guide for 2 hours.
Where does it start?
Meet outside the Chaize Coffee Shop on Boulevard de Menilmontant, directly opposite the main entrance of Pere Lachaise Cemetery. Your Side Routes guide will be standing outside holding a green sign that says Side Routes.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 22 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Paris.
