Place du Tertre is the confluence of art in Paris - next to Sacre Coeur Cathedral it is a beehive of activity from artists hassling tourists attempting to get them to sit down to a portraiture to simply selling their wares. But it IS the place to go and have a great look around, even a quiet coffee in one... More

We were in montmartre on a late afternoon on a thursday in the beginning of april. Although the weather was a little bit chilly and rainy, it was still lively at place du tertre. There were more painters than I expected. We walked a little bit through the nice streets and had diner outside at a nice restaurant. Place du... More

No way, you have to see it once ! Yes, it's very touristic, but it's a so cute place with many painters...

You have to go there very early in the morning or it is crowded with tourists, painters. Check your wallet

Decided we should visit as we were round the corner at Sacre Coeur and this is less than 5 mins walk. We went on a bank holiday monday & the place was heaving! Every step we took we were asked if we would like to be sketched, drawn or painted. I was quite firm though with the No's & they... More

I have visited Paris a number of times, including several trips up the hill to Sacre Coeur and Place du Tertre. This most recent visit to Place du Tertre will most certainly be my last. When we wished to stroll around the corner from Sacre Coeur and continue at a gentle pace, we were met with an entire square full... More

I was in Paris in February 2013. I had my portrait done for 40 euros and I think I sat for my portrait for over an hour. There are many different style options if you want a portrait made--walk around, check the prices of all different styles and watch the artists that interest you before you decide. One artist charged... More

If you like tourist traps, this is the place to be. If you like to feel the atmosphere in Paris, this is also the place to be, but walk away when you want to eat or drink something.... Walk around and enjoy the Paris way! For a snack go to la Maison Rose. Its nothing special in food, but it... More

Well I haven't seen much maybe, but I am sure that squares like these are one of a kind. As soon as you enter, you can fell the artistic presence that makes Montmartre so famous. One can argue that the square is full of tourists nowadays and possibly low quality artists attempting to sell their pieces. However this does not... More