Montmartre
Montmartre
4.5
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Discover another side of Paris in Montmartre, a charming artists’ enclave filled with quirky cafes and shops. Enjoy a splendid view of the city from Sacré-Coeur, watch artists at work at Place du Tertre, visit the Wall of Love, where the phrase “I love you” is scribbled in hundreds of languages, catch the famous Moulin Rouge show or visit Paris’ oldest vineyard. For fewer crowds, visit Montmartre early in the morning. Wear comfortable shoes as the area is hilly with cobblestone streets. You can also hop on the white Little Train of Montmartre for free with the Paris Pass. – Tripadvisor
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Neighborhood: 18th Arrondissement - Butte-Montmartre
How to get there
- Abbesses • 4 min walk
- Lamarck – Caulaincourt • 5 min walk
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- Mark l3 contributionsDon't leave Paris without a visit here.Just go, wonderful place. The Montmartre area is charming beyond belief. We look forward to returning next year to further explore the narrow cobblestone streets and and watching the artists do amazing work. Easy to see how Van Gogh, Picasso, and others were inspired here.Visited May 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten September 15, 2023
- Jayogi WSri Lanka34 contributionsThe melancholic area of ParisA beautiful place of worship and a must do for any visitor to Paris. The church is beautiful and so are the surrounding cafes and souvenir shops. There are also sone bice leather goods stores in the vicinity. It was warm in Paris during my stay, if not i woulf have spent longer here.Visited September 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten September 16, 2023
- L_K1509London, United Kingdom1,646 contributionsTourist areaA very touristy area, so of course we paid a visit too. Lots of individual shops, lots of tacky souvenir shops ( we brought a couple of things!), restaurants, ice creams etc The area has a good atmospheric vibe, the pavement cafes are inviting. While the area is touristy aware of your belongings ( plenty of opportunities for pickpockets). Funicular good to avoid steps, plus you can use metro ticket - valid for 90 minutes from first use.Visited September 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten September 17, 2023
- Tracy SSterling Heights, Michigan16 contributionsGorgeous area with lots of history, restaurants, and shopsWe took a private street trolley car back in time to the colourful hillside 'village' of the cobbled streets of Montmartre. The picturesque Sacré-Cœur is amazing. I wish we would've gone inside. The area was known as the painter’s neighborhood and was a prior home to Picasso, Dali and Van Gogh and is filled with hidden squares. There are many restaurants and shops and lots of artists selling their work. Very quaint area. You can buy a locket to put your initials on and put it on the “wall of Love” in front of Sacre-coeur, as the original fence with the locks was dismantled due to the weight of the locks. This area is one of Paris's most charming, mythical, and quirky places to wander, and crowns the city, perched on a hill overlooking the rest of the city. The view is amazing. You can see the Moulin Rouge, and the Chat Noir. Don't miss the pink house where Emily in Paris had a scene filmed. You can also see the only remaining vineyard in Paris and the Man who could walk thru walls. If you want to get a portrait don't get one from the people with clipboard pallets, go further into the area where the talented artists are.Visited September 2023Traveled with friendsWritten September 22, 2023
- Sarah PRadlett, United Kingdom567 contributionsA Parisian suburb with character and appealAt first you can see the traditional grungy footprint of Montmartre but spend a few days (and evenings) here and you start to see the appeal of the Paris Suburb that is Montmartre. It has lots of quirky shops and small restaurants, with lots of street tables where you can sit and enjoy watching the world go by. A visit to the Sacre Couer church is a must, even climbing the many stairs that go up to it (made famous by the John Wick 4 film), or by taking the cable car that runs alongside the steps. As suggested in many other reviews the best time to visit is early in the morning. If you can make sunrise, even better, a spectacular sight on a bright sunny Parisian morning. Its about a 50 minute walk from Montmartre to get into the centre of Paris (to the Seine) but quite reasonably priced if you get an Uber. Some of the streets between Montmartre and Paris are a little dicey at night (feels a bit dangerous), so general caution is recommended.Visited October 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 22, 2023
- Around the World in 80 StaysLondon, United Kingdom115 contributionsMesmerising views across ParisAnother must when in Paris is a trip to the Montmarte area of the city in the 18th arrondissement. The nearest metro stop is ‘Abesses’ on line 12, then after exiting the station with its wonderful ‘Hector Guimard’ designed entrance, head north to the bohemian ‘Place du Terte’ with its abundance of cafes and artists who’ll be eager to create a portrait of you for a reasonable price. It’s then only a short walk through the bustling cobbled streets to Sacré-Cœur, the famous Roman Catholic church perched on top of the Montmarte hill, where you’ll get breath-taking views across Paris. For a full visual review of our trip to Sacré-Cœur and the Montmartre area, please click on the 'Around the World in 80 Stays' icon and follow the YouTube link to see a glossy film of the whole experience plus many other films. And don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for lots of interesting films, constant updates, and even more hot travel tips!Visited August 2023Traveled with familyWritten October 28, 2023
- Katy AConroe, Texas6 contributionsParis je t'adore!Love going to Paris anytime, the energy of the City and beautiful monuments , all the art, the restaurants all add up to a great place to be. At Monmartre you hsve the extra ordinary viee of Paris, so I only rated it 5 because of the finiculaire. The machone wS not working right and there were no possibilty to get change, your best bet is to take the Meyro to the top and then walk down the stairs to see the Place of the artists , tourist shopping and the different restaurants.Visited September 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 31, 2023
- G A CFort Worth, Texas68 contributionsGreat way to spend an afternoon in ParisVibrant, amazing little town at the top of the hill, with a huge Basílica (Sacre Coeur). The building is huge and amazing, yet once you get up there, the good part starts. Bohemian type town where artists, musicians used to live or work there, some renowned ones were Monet, Renoir, Picasso, van Gogh, among others. Streets are filled with nice small shops, where you can get portraits painted for you, many handmade, art/drawings. As you keep walking restaurants, start appearing, streets filled with tourists. A glass/cup of hot wine would fit very well if in low temperature season. You can also find street musicians playing for tips. We chose a restaurant in a corner, which ended up being an amazing option, which had a musical ambience (low volume international guitar, live music), great environment, good customer service (specially for tourists), food was good, nothing out of this world, but the rest made up much more for it. It has great views from the city, and if you go to a side of it, you can see the Eiffel tower as well, great view in the evening. There is a cable car in case you want to avoid going up the stairs and you can get there via the train with a station nearby.Visited October 2023Traveled with friendsWritten November 4, 2023
- Pule32 contributionsWorth the climb!This might have been the best part of my trip!! The climb was hard (take the metro directly to the top) but I wanted to see the neighborhood. Anyway the Sacred heart of Jesus is the most beautiful church I have ever seen, words cannot explain. I literally had to go in and pray because wow it’s magnificent. The views of the city are gorgeous and the walls with locks are lovely.Visited November 2023Traveled soloWritten November 19, 2023
- Julie OGold Coast, Australia332 contributionsWalk from the top downThis is a very interesting part of Paris worth a visit. Don’t walk up as it is very steep. Took an Uber to the top and then walked my way down over a few hours. Lots of second hand vintage shops and a mix of local artists with their creations. Worth a visit.Visited October 2023Traveled soloWritten November 21, 2023
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Chester, UK2,035 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Montmartre is impressive with views overlooking Paris. The square close by is busy with street artists and the surrounding streets busy with shops and cafes. The church behind Montmartre has nice stained glass windows and is worth going into. I would also recommend wandering around the streets close by looking at all the different shops.
Written March 15, 2020
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Csaltpleez
Wilmington, NC214 contributions
Dec 2019
Keep this area in mind for a late night activity. The Sacre Coeur is open until late, like 10pm, I believe. So... if you are looking for a late activity, you can visit the cathedral and walk around Montmatre. This area is where you can find restaurants that play the accordion and serve frog legs lol. Day or night, you should plan to spend a few hours roaming through.
Written January 5, 2020
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athy_a
london55 contributions
Mar 2020
Stayed in Montmarte for 3 days to visit the area. Great area for walking around, history, views, restaurants, cafes and general food places. The mayor of Montmarte and locals do not allow chain supermarkets to open hence the survival of small food shops. Great for foodies. Monmarte build on a hill so expect some steep roads and steps to walk on joining parallel streets but great character, friendly, charming people. Great views from Sacre Coeur of Paris.
Written March 9, 2020
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Bea
Italy15 contributions
Jul 2021 • Friends
One of the best place i’ve ever seen. Super worth it to visit. There’s an amazing view, especially during sunset hours. I advise to you bring your own food, because restaurants are a bit expensive and you eat bad. We took the taxi from La Bastille and they charged us around 27€ to go there.
Written August 21, 2021
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BrakiWorldTraveler
Belgrade, Serbia19,438 contributions
Dec 2019
I've been to Montmartre many times, it's a place you simply must visit, so this time I went there with my kids who where overwhelmed with the Sacre Coeur beauty and terrific vistas of Paris from the terraces below it.
Although the usual approach is from Pigalle, from the Clichy Blvd either on foot or by a funicular (included in your day ticket), this time I approached it from the back, so it was a new experience for me also.
Due to Dec Paris transportation strikes we rented a car and parked beneath the Montmartre hill on the opposite side. A steep climb led us through very nice and peaceful streets and staircases with very few tourists, contrary to huge crowds on the front side. After some 15 min climbing an imposing Sacre Coeur back appeared in front of us.
The Roman-Byzantine Basilica is a marvel, both outside and inside. Don't be discouraged by big line to enter it, it moves quickly and you'll be rewarded with terrific interior.
Besides the Basilica you should visit its terraces below with great city views and Place de Tertre, the artist's square as well the streets around it.
Although the usual approach is from Pigalle, from the Clichy Blvd either on foot or by a funicular (included in your day ticket), this time I approached it from the back, so it was a new experience for me also.
Due to Dec Paris transportation strikes we rented a car and parked beneath the Montmartre hill on the opposite side. A steep climb led us through very nice and peaceful streets and staircases with very few tourists, contrary to huge crowds on the front side. After some 15 min climbing an imposing Sacre Coeur back appeared in front of us.
The Roman-Byzantine Basilica is a marvel, both outside and inside. Don't be discouraged by big line to enter it, it moves quickly and you'll be rewarded with terrific interior.
Besides the Basilica you should visit its terraces below with great city views and Place de Tertre, the artist's square as well the streets around it.
Written January 23, 2020
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llassocs
Houston, TX181 contributions
Mar 2023
The Montmartre is the highest elevation land area in Paris. The Sacre-Coeur Basilica sits on its highest point as the crown jewel of the Montmartre. From the steps one can see all of Paris. I am a handicapped person and use a mobility scooter, therefore I write from the perspective of one with mobility issues. The Montmartre itself is not handicapped friendly, with its steep cobblestone streets and many stairs. Most of the galleries and museums do not have elevators and are not at street level. I do not recommend going if you are confined to a mobility device unless you are ready for a lot of challenges and discomfort and much you will not be able to see. That said, if you can handle all that, it is a fun place to spend a day, or half of one. There are artists, galleries, shops, eateries, windmills, gardens, and much more to explore. It is a great place for shopping. It is crowded everywhere you go, and, I understand, pickpockets to be wary of. The handicapped entrance for the Sacre-Coeur is from the street behind it. In the rear there is an iron gate with a speaker and button to push. Tell the person answering that you are handicapped and wish to visit and they will buzz you in. Once inside, the person at the desk will direct you to a lift (elevator) and tell you which button to push. When you alight, it’s easy to figure out which direction to go to the sanctuary. Keep in mind that there may be a service going on and you may not be admitted until it is over. This was the case when we visited. Again, I do not recommend the Montmartre for people with mobility issues unless you can do some walking.
Written April 22, 2023
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Betty Jean
Lillooet, Canada16 contributions
Feb 2020
By all means walk up to the church, admire the view, have a look inside at the windows, sculptures and mosaics. But when you are done with this grandeur, head off on the streets to the side and rear of the church for a stroll through charming streets. If you are lucky you will find the Montmartre Museum and the studio of Suzanne Valadon. The museum has a few nice paintings, but more interesting is the extensive history of the area, including the birth and growth of the cabarets. Suzanne's studio is a treat as you get to see the living and painting conditions that were common, not just for her. Van Gogh, Gauguin, Toulouse-Lautrec and many more artists spent time in the neighbourhood in similar situations.
Written March 16, 2020
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Kris M
Omaha, NE196 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
Once you finish visiting Sacre Coeur, turn left and visit the artist’s square. There are multiple artists creating touristy art, generally at reasonable prices. Many of them are doing great little views of Paris, whether small oils, pen & ink, or watercolors. I always find something great to bring home. There are also multiple restaurants and tourist shops in the area, so you can satisfy all your gift shopping here!
Written March 3, 2020
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we3intampa
Kentucky25 contributions
Jan 2022
We visited on New Years Day. As we stepped from the stairs of the Metro, imagine our delight to step into a wonderland! There was an old fashioned fair going on. Unexpectedly, we were enchanted. After a snack, we walked to the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, which is quite a walk uphill, just so you know, and were enchanted again. My daughters walked up to the dome and were treated to a lovely view of Paris. After filling my stomach with a ham and egg crepe, we left to go back to our hotel. The metro has a 146 step climb to the street but you're treated to really terrific murals as you climb. If you don't want to do the stairs, there is another metro stop, but I'm not sure which is which. If you don't want to climb, you should find out! Also, for a one way metro fare you can take the Funicular up or down to the Cathedral from the street if you're tired of climbing. Take the Funicular anyway. After all, it's a FUNicular!
Written January 8, 2022
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Donald D
Kollam, India763 contributions
Feb 2020
This is the hill top from where one could catch a glimpse of the city in full view. Also the Sacre Coeur Cathedral is also located on top of this hill and is magnificent. Along this area, the streets are cobbled and the location for the famous Moulin Rouge, which is a big draw.
Written March 17, 2020
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det glæder mig at du har nydt montmartre og de søde franskmænd-har du overhovedet været der-det virker som en fobi uden hold i virkligheden-især når det kommer fra en dansker- som nok er et af verdens mest uhøflige folkefærd..
Written October 17, 2022
Hola Paola. Me gustaria subir a la cupula de Sacre Coeur. Es del estilo de San Pedro? Cuanto demora, mucha gente? costo? Buenas vistas? Alguna regulacion de vestimenta para la iglesia? Gracias!! Luigi
Written February 11, 2020
Der Stil der Basilika ist neobyzantinisch. Das Quartier Montmartre ist ein sehr schönes Viertel, etwas höher gelegen, wodurch man eine wundervolle Aussicht über Paris hat. Der Stil des Montmartre ist eher als Kreativ zu bezeichnen. Es wohnen sehr viele Freidenker dort.
Am besten planst Du einen Tag für das Quartier ein. Da es viele spannende versteckte Ecken gibt mit nicht vielen Touristen. Ganz oben beim Montmartre gibt es unangenehm viele Menschen. Am Besten geht man frühmorgens und unter der Woche den Sacre Coeur besichtigen. Die Basilika ist recht hübsch. Ich würde mich einer Kirche angemessen kleiden; Schulter und Knie bedeckt.
Written February 13, 2020
Hello, I am visiting Paris in February and was wondering if Montmartre will still be alive and bustling through the colder months?
I really want to see the artists and have a portrait done - will this be possible on a Thursday or Friday in February?
Thanks!
Written January 14, 2020
Montmarte doesn't really slow down so you should be able to see everything and do everything
Written January 15, 2020
hello!
are you open on 1st of May?
if so from 8:30 - 20:00?
Written January 7, 2020
We were there on May 1 and they were open.
Written January 14, 2020
We will be in Montmartre for New Year’s Eve 12-31-19 and need recommendations for where to see fireworks and if can see from any restaurant. Thank you.
Written December 5, 2019
Sorry haven’t been there on NYE
Just visiting in Spring and Fall (April and September) Hope you’ll have fun on NYE
Written December 6, 2019
Any recommendations for late afternoon lunch in Montmartre ??
Written November 3, 2019
Normally late lunches (after 3 p.m) are not served in every restaurants in Paris.
Written November 12, 2019
Where exactly at "the top" can I see the views of Paris? Behind the church?
Written October 27, 2019
Hi, can anyone tell me what time the artists close up?, we are planning to be there next week about 4.30pm. Thank you.
Written July 7, 2019
They should be there at 4:30 pm- I think they stay until after 7 pm
Written July 11, 2019
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