A Haunted Tour of Père-Lachaise. Stories, Mysteries and Legends

Explore Père-Lachaise Cemetery, the largest and most popular in Paris, renowned for its paranormal phenomena, from an unexpected perspective. Hear anecdotes about the famous people buried there, learn more about the cemetery’s long history, and unravel the mysteries of the ghosts that haunt the grounds.

Accompanied by your guide, stroll amongst the graves and discover the final resting places of figures such as Frédéric Chopin, Édith Piaf, Marcel Proust, Oscar Wilde and Jim Morrison. Learn more about the lives of these famous figures and the many Parisians who are buried at Père-Lachaise Cemetery.

With over a million people buried in this cemetery, it’s no wonder it’s one of the most haunted places in Paris. Discover the cemetery’s long history, the strange cults associated with it, and delve into the paranormal phenomena that have been reported there over the years.

As you explore, your guide will tell you stories about the spiritualist founder Allan Kardec, the ghostly apparitions near Jim Morrison’s grave, the ghost of Marcel Proust who wanders the cemetery in search of his lover, and many other lesser-known phenomena that haunt Père-Lachaise Cemetery.

A unique cultural experience combining Parisian heritage, a distinctive atmosphere and the pleasure of storytelling.

Highlights:
- An unusual perspective on one of Paris’s most iconic sites
-  Stories and legends told within their historical context
-  An ideal experience for lovers of heritage, mysteries and unique tours
-  A distinctive offering for French and international tourists

Practical information about your tour
Meeting point: Main entrance to Père-Lachaise Cemetery, Boulevard de Ménilmontant, at the corner of Rue de la Roquette and Boulevard de Ménilmontant. Metro: Philippe Auguste or Père Lachaise.
Duration of the tour: 2 hours
Languages: French and English
Times: Daily at 10.30 am and 3.30 pm