How long does it take to tour Montmartre?


How long does it take to tour Montmartre? In this guide to Montmartre, I cover the history as well as the little villages/streets that make Montmartre truly special. The walking tour of Montmartre should take about 2 hours. The total distance covered is 4 kilometers (2.5 miles).


Is Montmartre better in day or night?

Montmartre is safe at night, but there's nothing to see; all the interesting activity (artists, shops, etc.) takes place during the day. Sacré-Cœur is nicely lit in the evening, but that's about it. Some areas to the east of Sacré-Cœur are dicey in the evenings, but tourists never go there, anyway.


What is the prettiest street in Montmartre?

Rue de l'Abreuvoir is located in the Montmartre neighbourhood of Paris, France. It is nestled in the 18th arrondissement, not far from the famous Sacré-Cœur Basilica.


Is Sacré-Coeur nice at night?

Sacré-Coeur is one of the most visited places in Paris at night and the white-domed church is spectacular when it's illuminated. Did you know that the Butte Montmartre is the highest point in the city at 430 feet? Experience the breathtaking views of the city and relish in the pleasures of Paris at night.


How many steps does it take to get to the top of Montmartre?

The famous Montmartre stairs almost all consist of more than 300 steps that lead up to the 129-meters-high (432 feet) Montmartre hill.


What is the best time of day to see Montmartre?

The best time to visit Montmartre is in the morning before everyone else arrives! Though this district is much more popular now than just a few years ago, you'll soon discover that you'll have the 18th arrondissement largely to yourself if you arrive at first light (and mid-week if possible)!


Is it safe to walk around Montmartre at night?

Montmartre is a safe neighbourhood. Down the hill, it's Pigalle which is the equivalent of the Red-Light district. As it is very touristy during the day and night you should not have any problems.


What are the three things Montmartre is best known for?

Montmartre is primarily known for its artistic history, for the white-domed Basilica of the Sacré-Cœur on its summit, and as a nightclub district.


Do you need a whole day in Montmartre?

I would recommend planning to spend the entire day in Montmartre. This doesn't necessarily mean being here from breakfast to dinner but more like from around noon to the early evening hours. It's not a huge area but most of the fun is just strolling around and grabbing a glass of wine with a view.


How long does it take to walk around Montmartre?

Self-guided Montmartre walking tour map If you'd like to do this Montmartre walk yourself, click on the map below to access directions through Google maps. The route is just over 2.5km (1.6 miles) and takes 35 minutes to walk straight through, but allow a couple of hours to include stops.