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Montparnasse Guided Tour with Access to the Observation Deck

Paris

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Overview

Discover the artistic legacy of Montparnasse and the little-known hidden gems of this wonderful Parisian neighborhood.

Highlights

  • Start your tour with Boulevard du Montparnasse. Once frequented by the crème de la crème of the artistic and literary circles in Paris, this was the place to be in the old days of Paris.
  • Take a tour of the Sphinx, a former brothel, and The Monocle, a women-only nightclub.
  • Visit the street dedicated to the exuberant life and career of Josephine Baker.
  • View the graves of iconic figures like Jean-Paul Sartre, Guy de Maupassant, and Samuel Beckett at the famous Montparnasse cemetery.
  • Gain access to the Montparnasse Tower observation deck and enjoy the panoramic view from atop.

Inclusions

  • Walking tour of the Montparnasse neighborhood
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Entry to the Montparnasse Tower observation deck
  • Guided visit to the Montparnasse Tower
  • Access to Paris shuttle that stops at popular tourist spots

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your experience

In the roaring Twenties, Montparnasse established itself as the artistic hub of Paris. On this guided tour of this must-see area of Paris, you’ll first view the Boulevard du Montparnasse, It’s definitely worth a visit due to its history as being a favorite meeting place among intellectuals and artists of the early 20th century. You can visit the brasseries that were frequented by the likes of Jean Cocteau, Pablo Picasso, and Ernest Hemingway. While exploring this Parisian neighborhood, you may come across unassuming locations like The Sphinx and The Monocle. But don’t be fooled, your tour guide will regale you with stories about the sensational nightlife of these two buildings from the 1930s and 1940s. Moreover, you will learn interesting facts about Paris’s most celebrated Black artist – Josephine Baker – as you walk through the street named in her honor.

The Montparnasse Cemetery is a popular landmark that is favored by tourists for its soothing atmosphere. Here, you can take a walk among the graves of Simone de Beauvoir, Jean-Paul Sartre, and Charles Baudelaire. Take your time strolling through the bustling theater district of Rue de la Gaite. Or else, savor mouth-watering chantilly crêpes at Rue Delambre to get a taste of Paris’ finest culinary treats. You'll end the tour at the Montparnasse Tower, nearly 690 feet (210 meters) tall and the only skyscraper in Paris. Learn about the tower and take a ride with your guide up to the observation deck at the top with your included ticket. It has the city’s best view of the Eiffel Tower!

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