Montmartre

Montmartre is a historic landmark in Paris, France. A typical visit takes 3h. The hilltop quarter around Sacré-Cœur, with stepped lanes, small squares and a view across the rooftops of northern Paris.

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Typical visit: 3h

Montmartre in France — Photo by Dietmar Rabich · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Licence

The hilltop quarter around Sacré-Cœur, with stepped lanes, small squares and a view across the rooftops of northern Paris. The hilltop village is crowned by the Sacré-Cœur basilica. It was home to artists including Picasso and Toulouse-Lautrec, and painters still work in the Place du Tertre.

Related activities

Seine river cruise
Boat loop past the Île de la Cité, the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower.
Marais food and market walk
Tasting route through the covered markets, bakeries and falafel counters of the Marais.
Latin Quarter walking tour
Guided walk through the Sorbonne quarter, the Panthéon and the medieval lanes behind Saint-Séverin.

How to get to Montmartre

Montmartre sits in Paris, France. Most visitors base themselves in Paris and plan the visit as part of a day there. It pairs well with Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Musée d'Orsay, so you can group them on the same day.

Tickets and time needed

The source we checked states that entry to Montmartre is free. Plan about 3h for a typical visit.

Best time to visit Montmartre

For Paris in general: April to June and September to October for mild weather and shorter museum queues.

Tips for your visit

Related things to do here include Seine river cruise, Marais food and market walk, Latin Quarter walking tour.

Montmartre FAQ

How much does it cost to visit Montmartre?

The source we checked states that entry to Montmartre is free.

How long should I spend at Montmartre?

A typical visit takes about 3h.

Where is Montmartre?

Montmartre is in Paris, France.

When is the best time to visit Montmartre?

April to June and September to October for mild weather and shorter museum queues.

What is near Montmartre?

Nearby places include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Musée d'Orsay.

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