Montmartre

What is it?

Montmartre is best experienced away from its busiest square: follow the slope through small streets, old gardens and viewpoints that still reveal the district's village scale.

The story behind it

Once beyond Paris's tax boundary, Montmartre drew mills, workshops, cabarets and artists before becoming part of the city in the nineteenth century.

How to get there

Metro stations ring the hill, but many routes involve stairs and steep grades. The funicular offers an alternative for part of the climb; check current accessibility information locally.

When to go

Early morning brings quieter streets, while late afternoon gives the hill warm light and broad city views.

What to notice

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