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The Famous Graves of Père Lachaise - Self-Guided Audio Tour

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Overview

Come along and enjoy a walk through Père Lachaise, the largest cemetery in Paris and the most visited necropolis in the world, with this immersive walking tour!

Founded by Emperor Napoleon, Père Lachaise cemetery resembles a miniature Paris and is now home to over 1 million corpses. Some famous people that were buried in this cemetery include Frédéric Chopin, Marcel Proust and Sarah Bernhardt. 

Narrated by a local historian, you will discover the graves and stories of famous people including Edith Piaf and her tale of love and loss, Jim Morrison and his unconventional life, the tragic tale of Oscar Wilde and the bittersweet love story of Heloise and Abelard. 

Our audio guide will be there every step of the way to bring the dead to life... and save you from getting lost in this labyrinth!

What's Included

  • Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi
  • Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost
  • Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture
  • Earphones
  • Mobile device
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Meeting Location

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Père-Lachaise
75020 Paris, France

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What To Expect

Pere-Lachaise Cemetery

Discover the world's most famous cemetery as we explore the fascinating lives and unfortunate deaths of its illustrious residents. We learn how emperor Napoleon founded this cemetery.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Héloïse and Abélard's tomb

A bittersweet tale of love - considered the original Romeo & Juliet.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tomb of Jim Morrison

We discover this rock 'n' roll poet's unconventional grave and its odd traditions.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pere-Lachaise

A controversial President & the reason behind secularity at Père Lachaise.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Statue Honore de Balzac

Who really wrote The Three Musketeers & The Count of Conte Cristo?
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Crematorium of Père Lachaise

We learn about this stunning building & cremation in France.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tomb of Yves Montand

The tragic tale of the brilliant Oscar Wilde and a warm but weird tradition!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pere-Lachaise

We pay respect too Gertrude Stein and pause to reflect at Le Mur des Federes.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Edith Piaf Statue

A final tale of love and loss for France's most cherished singer.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Famous Graves of Père Lachaise – Self-Guided Audio Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 3.89 out of 5 stars based on 36 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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  • Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi
  • Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost
  • Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture
  • Audio tour provided by a local or historian
  • Access to your self-guided audio tour
  • Earphones
  • Mobile device

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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