Père Lachaise Cemetery Audio Guide Tour of Famous Graves at Cimetière du Père-Lachaise
Père Lachaise Cemetery Audio Guide Tour of Famous Graves
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- Magical atmosphere
Père Lachaise draws visitors for its atmospheric beauty, from tree-lined paths to ornate tombs, and the audio guide helps many navigate its vast grounds with purpose. Rated 3.6 out of 5, experiences vary, with some finding the tour genuinely enriching while others struggled with download instructions or found the guide unused.
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Père Lachaise Cemetery Audio Guide Tour of Famous Graves
Walk through Paris's most famous cemetery at your own pace with this smartphone audio guide. Père Lachaise covers 110 acres and houses over 70,000 graves, including those of Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Edith Piaf, and Chopin. Your GPS-enabled app guides you directly to the most significant tombs while sharing stories about the remarkable people buried here.
The self-guided format gives you complete control over your visit. Pause at graves that interest you, skip sections if needed, or return another day using the same ticket. Professional historian narration is available in seven languages, and your ticket remains valid for a full year from activation.
What is Included
- Self-guided audio tour app for smartphone
- GPS navigation to famous graves
- Professional historian narration in 7 languages
- Valid for one year from activation
- Seine River cruise (if upgrade option selected)
Famous Graves You'll Visit
Your audio guide leads you to the cemetery's most celebrated residents. Jim Morrison's grave draws music fans from around the world who leave tributes to the Doors frontman. Oscar Wilde's elaborate tomb tells the story behind the tradition of leaving lipstick kisses for good luck.
Music lovers can pay respects at Edith Piaf's modest grave and Chopin's monument topped with a weeping muse. The tour also covers Héloïse and Abélard's shared tomb, one of history's most famous love stories, and Victor Noir's bronze effigy with its own peculiar touching ritual.
Good to Know
- Tour covers approximately 2 miles (3km) of walking
- Download and activate the app before your visit
- Bring headphones and ensure your phone is fully charged
- Wear sturdy shoes for uneven cemetery paths
- Start at Père Lachaise main entrance
- Seine cruise (if selected) is valid any time within ticket period
- Suitable for older children comfortable with walking
- Not wheelchair or pushchair accessible
After exploring the cemetery, you might enjoy discovering more of Paris's historic sites with a guided walking tour of Paris or visiting the nearby Sacré-Cœur Basilica in Montmartre.
Why you'll love it
- Tour 110 acres of Père Lachaise at your own pace via smartphone
- GPS-enabled app navigates you directly to the most significant tombs
- Visit the graves of Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Edith Piaf and Chopin
- Over 70,000 graves across Paris's most storied burial ground
- Audio commentary shares the stories behind each remarkable figure
- Self-guided format gives full control over pace and stopping points
What's included
- Smartphone audio guide app access
- GPS navigation to key graves
- Self-guided tour at your own pace
Good to know
- Age suitability
- Suitable for all ages
- Opening hours
- sri08:00-18:00
- Know before you go
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- Visitor guidelines
Wear sturdy shoes for uneven paths throughout the cemetery
Download and activate the audio guide before arrival for a seamless experience
Bring headphones and ensure your phone is fully charged
Seine cruise (if selected) is one hour and can be used any time during validity period
Arrive at the cruise dock at least 20 minutes before departure with your ticket
- Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Frequently asked
How do I access the audio guide?
Download the app on your smartphone before you arrive and activate your guide using the provided code.
Is the tour suitable for children?
The tour is suitable for older children who enjoy walking and historic sites but may not be wheelchair or stroller friendly.
Can I visit the cemetery more than once with my ticket?
Yes, the audio guide is valid for a full year and can be used on multiple visits.
Is the Seine River cruise included?
The cruise is included if selected at booking and can be enjoyed at any available time within ticket validity.
What should I bring for the tour?
Comfortable shoes, headphones and a fully charged mobile phone are recommended.
Where you'll be
Cimetière du Père-Lachaise, 75020 Paris, France
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