Père Lachaise Cemetery
Walk among the dead, through a maze of ancient streets where moss-clad tombs whisper tales of bygone eras at France's most famed cemetery. Some as small as telephone booths and some adorned with over-the-top sculptures, these tombs will make you think about life, death, and everything in between. Find tours to make the most of your visit and pay homage to legends like Édith Piaf, Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Frédéric Chopin, and Max Ernst.
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Explore Père Lachaise at your own pace with a GPS-enabled audio guide available in 7 languages (valid for a year).
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Visit the graves of icons like Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Edith Piaf, and Chopin on a flexible self-guided walking tour.
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Hear captivating stories of romance, scandal, and artistry, all brought to life through expert narration.
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Indulge in quirky cemetery traditions, like kissing Oscar Wilde’s tomb, rubbing Victor Noir's statue or discovering the love story of Héloïse and Abélard.
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Enhance your day with a scenic 1-hour sightseeing cruise along the Seine River.
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Explore Père Lachaise at your own pace with a GPS-enabled audio guide available in 7 languages (valid for a year).
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Visit the graves of icons like Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Edith Piaf, and Chopin on a flexible self-guided walking tour.
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Hear captivating stories of romance, scandal, and artistry, all brought to life through expert narration.
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Indulge in quirky cemetery traditions, like kissing Oscar Wilde’s tomb, rubbing Victor Noir's statue or discovering the love story of Héloïse and Abélard.
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Enhance your day with a scenic 1-hour sightseeing cruise along the Seine River.
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Explore Père Lachaise Cemetery on a guided walking tour led by an expert local guide (English or French), with group sizes limited to 20 people.
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Visit the iconic graves of Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Edith Piaf, Chopin, Colette, and more as you stroll through Paris’s most legendary cemetery.
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Hear captivating tales of love, scandal, and history told in classic Parisian style, witty, moving, and rich with tradition.
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Take part in quirky local customs, like kissing Oscar Wilde’s tomb or rubbing Victor Noir’s statue for good luck.
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Walk at a relaxed pace along a 2-mile route, suitable for families and curious explorers with PG-friendly storytelling available on request.
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Explore Père Lachaise Cemetery on a guided walking tour led by an expert local guide (English or French), with group sizes limited to 20 people.
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Visit the iconic graves of Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Edith Piaf, Chopin, Colette, and more as you stroll through Paris’s most legendary cemetery.
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Hear captivating tales of love, scandal, and history told in classic Parisian style, witty, moving, and rich with tradition.
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Take part in quirky local customs, like kissing Oscar Wilde’s tomb or rubbing Victor Noir’s statue for good luck.
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Walk at a relaxed pace along a 2-mile route, suitable for families and curious explorers with PG-friendly storytelling available on request.
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Join a guided escape game at Père Lachaise, led by a live guide and game master supporting your team throughout the challenge.
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Solve the mystery of Victor’s death using a cemetery map, paper clues, and teamwork in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting.
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Explore historic graves while hearing captivating stories about famous residents like Oscar Wilde, Jim Morrison, and Edith Piaf.
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Tackle observation, memory, and logic puzzles that keep your group fully engaged in this 2-hour interactive adventure.
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Perfect for groups of 2 to 15, this experience is ideal for friends, families, or team-building outings.
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Join a guided escape game at Père Lachaise, led by a live guide and game master supporting your team throughout the challenge.
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Solve the mystery of Victor’s death using a cemetery map, paper clues, and teamwork in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting.
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Explore historic graves while hearing captivating stories about famous residents like Oscar Wilde, Jim Morrison, and Edith Piaf.
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Tackle observation, memory, and logic puzzles that keep your group fully engaged in this 2-hour interactive adventure.
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Perfect for groups of 2 to 15, this experience is ideal for friends, families, or team-building outings.
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Explore Père Lachaise on a small private tour led by an expert English-speaking guide for a personalized and in-depth experience.
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This is a private experience for your group only, whether it's two or ten guests (max 15), you choose who joins, making it perfect for couples, families, or friends.
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Visit the graves of cultural icons like Oscar Wilde, Edith Piaf, Jim Morrison, Chopin, Molière, and more.
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Uncover fascinating stories and hidden details about the world’s most visited necropolis, spanning 44 hectares.
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Get a free copy of 101 Paris Secrets and Treasures to continue exploring Paris’s hidden gems after your tour.
More details
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Explore Père Lachaise on a small private tour led by an expert English-speaking guide for a personalized and in-depth experience.
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This is a private experience for your group only, whether it's two or ten guests (max 15), you choose who joins, making it perfect for couples, families, or friends.
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Visit the graves of cultural icons like Oscar Wilde, Edith Piaf, Jim Morrison, Chopin, Molière, and more.
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Uncover fascinating stories and hidden details about the world’s most visited necropolis, spanning 44 hectares.
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Get a free copy of 101 Paris Secrets and Treasures to continue exploring Paris’s hidden gems after your tour.
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Visit two iconic Paris landmarks with one combo ticket, reflect on the lives of legendary figures at Père Lachaise and admire masterpieces at the Orsay Museum.
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Stroll through the peaceful paths of Père Lachaise with a GPS-based audio guide and discover the stories behind legends like Jim Morrison, Edith Piaf, and Oscar Wilde.
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Explore Orsay Museum’s vast collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art, featuring works by Monet, Degas, Renoir, and Van Gogh.
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Enjoy full flexibility, pause, rewind, and explore at your own pace with access to both audio guides on your smartphone.
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Gain deeper insights into Parisian history and art without the need for group tours and guides, ideal for self-paced cultural explorers.
More details
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Visit two iconic Paris landmarks with one combo ticket, reflect on the lives of legendary figures at Père Lachaise and admire masterpieces at the Orsay Museum.
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Stroll through the peaceful paths of Père Lachaise with a GPS-based audio guide and discover the stories behind legends like Jim Morrison, Edith Piaf, and Oscar Wilde.
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Explore Orsay Museum’s vast collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art, featuring works by Monet, Degas, Renoir, and Van Gogh.
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Enjoy full flexibility, pause, rewind, and explore at your own pace with access to both audio guides on your smartphone.
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Gain deeper insights into Parisian history and art without the need for group tours and guides, ideal for self-paced cultural explorers.
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About Père Lachaise Cemetery
Wander through history and homage at Père Lachaise Cemetery, Paris’s most iconic resting place. Spanning 44 hectares, this tree-lined necropolis is home to over a million interments, including global legends like Oscar Wilde, Jim Morrison, and Édith Piaf. Book audio-guided or expert-led tours online to uncover its art, architecture, and stories beyond the graves.
Père Lachaise was established in 1804 and named after Père François de la Chaise, confessor to King Louis XIV.
The site includes a Holocaust memorial and memorials to World War victims and deportees.
Jim Morrison’s grave originally lacked a marker; fans added their own over the years.
Oscar Wilde’s tomb is protected by glass to prevent lipstick graffiti.
New burials are still allowed, but only for those who meet strict residency or family criteria.
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