Montmartre

Neighborhood Paris, Ile-de-France, France

What to expect

Montmartre is a charming and historic district in Paris, known for its artistic history, stunning Basilica of the Sacré-Cœur, and vibrant nightlife. The area is filled with cobblestone streets, charming bistros, and beautiful gardens, including a vineyard. Visitors can explore the Musée Montmartre, which showcases the district's artistic past, and see the famous windmills, including the Moulin Rouge. The district is also home to many eclectic galleries and the Halle Saint-Pierre, which represents art brut. Families can enjoy the beautiful views of the city from the top of the Sacré-Cœur, and kids can have their portraits drawn by professional artists at Place du Tertre

Plan your family visit to the Montmartre with these blog insights 👇

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This family's experience:

Activities: We climbed the multiple steps to Sacre Coeur cathedral and saw the tower from a different vantage point

Highlights: This area is touristy, but in a lively, edgy way that resonates with teens ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We explored the neighborhood on foot and took a 40-minute tour of the artsy village on Le Petit Train de Montmartre

Highlights: We enjoyed seeing the city at a slower pace and feeling like locals rather than visitors ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the neighborhood and the Sacre-coeur church

Highlights: We enjoyed the view from the bottom of the church ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We took the funicular up to the Basilique du Sacre Coeur, observed the artists in Place du Tertre, and ran up and down steps while people watching and taking in the sweeping views of the city

Highlights: The kids loved taking the funicular and running up and down steps while we enjoyed the views of the city ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We immersed our family in the artistic allure of Montmartre, beyond just Sacre Couer. We visited Place du Tertre and witnessed local artists showcasing their talents

Highlights: The kids were captivated by live art demonstrations and the bohemian ambience ✨