Père Lachaise Cemetery Audio Guide Tour of Famous Graves
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Audio guide
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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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Admission to the cemetery
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Access to famous graves of Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Chopin, and more
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Audio guide in 7 languages for Pere Lachaise Cemetery: English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Russian, Polish
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1 hour Seine River Cruise Sightseeing (as per option selected)
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Audio guide in 8 languages for Seine River Cruise: English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, and Chinese (as per option selected)
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Food and drinks
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Live tour guide
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You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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HHenry G
CoupleVerified bookingOct 20255/5Fall is the perfect time to visit the cemetery with the fallen leaves, crumbling tombs of the famous and near famous and black crows screeching as they wing they way overhead.BBacquet V
CoupleVerified bookingOct 20255/5J'ai apprécie cette expérience pour son autonomieOOlteanu-iancu C
SoloVerified bookingSep 20255/5To walk along the shady tree-lined alleys, to enjoy the silence, to admire some of the architecture of the tombsTTeresa A
SoloVerified bookingSep 20255/5Highly recommend this audio tour. Made moving through the cemetery so easy and interesting. I wasn't wandering aimlessly and was able to appreciate the history so much more.LLiesbet F
CoupleVerified bookingFeb 20265/5
Trace the stories of Paris’s most celebrated figures buried at Pere Lachaise Cemetery on this audio guided tour.
Getting started
Begin your visit at the main entrance of Père-Lachaise Cemetery. Before arriving, make sure to download and activate the audio guide app on your smartphone. After ticket validation, start your self-guided tour through the winding paths of this historic burial ground, using the app to discover the stories behind its most famous graves.
What to expect
This self-guided audio tour of Père Lachaise Cemetery lets you explore freely, without the constraints of a group or schedule. Use the GPS-enabled mobile app to navigate winding paths and hear fascinating stories of the cemetery’s most famous residents. Narrated by a professional historian and available in 7 languages, the guide blends cultural insight with surprising facts. With access valid for a full year, you can pause, revisit, or return anytime, perfect for curious, independent explorers.
Features
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Jim Morrison’s grave: Visit the most popular site in the cemetery, often adorned with graffiti and tributes from fans of The Doors’ frontman.
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Oscar Wilde’s tomb: See the striking monument covered in lipstick kisses, and learn about the tradition of leaving messages for the famed writer.
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Edith Piaf and Frédéric Chopin: Discover the graves of these iconic musicians, each drawing admirers from around the world.
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Héloïse and Abélard: Pause at the shared tomb of these medieval lovers, whose story of romance and tragedy has inspired generations.
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Victor Noir’s effigy: Participate in the quirky tradition of rubbing the statue for good luck and fertility.
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Flexible exploration: Self-guided audio tour via mobile app, with GPS navigation and narration by a professional historian.
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Optional Seine River cruise: Upgrade your experience with a narrated sightseeing cruise, offering a different perspective on Paris.
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What to bring
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Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as the tour involves walking on uneven paths.
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Bring headphones and a fully charged smartphone to access the audio guide via the app.
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Make sure you download and activate the audio guide before arrival.
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Carry water and wear weather-appropriate clothing, as the tour runs rain or shine.
What’s not allowed
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Pets are not permitted, except for registered guide dogs.
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Bicycles, scooters, and baby strollers are not allowed inside the cemetery.
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Professional photography and filming require prior authorization.
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Loud noises and disruptive behavior are strictly prohibited to maintain the cemetery’s solemn atmosphere.
Accessibility
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This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
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The cemetery’s terrain is challenging for those with limited mobility.
Additional information
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The tour involves approximately 2 miles (3 km) of walking at a leisurely pace.
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Hotel pickup, drop-off, transportation, and food are not included.
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The Seine River cruise (if selected) is valid for one hour and can be used anytime within the ticket’s validity period; no reservation is required, but arrive 20 minutes early with your ticket.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
Ticket redemption point
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The tour starts at the main entrance of the Cimetière du Père-Lachaise.
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Address: Cimetière du Père-Lachaise, 75020 Paris, France.
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