Photo : Hélène Renault-Chemin
Guided Tour: The Forgotten of Père-Lachaise
Trade the familiar path of global icons for a detour into the whispered stories hidden within the city's most storied cemetery. This walk skips the typical guidebook highlights to uncover the graves of forgotten pioneers and eccentric figures resting in quiet corners. Expect a hauntingly beautiful perspective on history that reveals the unexpected character behind each weathered headstone.
Cimetière du Père-Lachaise (Paris 20th)
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Père-Lachaise Cemetery is often associated with famous graves, yet it hides countless figures whose contributions to science and literature have faded from collective memory. This guided tour for adults aged 18 and over leads you off the main paths to discover unique tombs, including that of a lion tamer. Scheduled for Sunday, November 29, 2026, from 10:00 to 13:00, this three-hour immersive walk through the 20th arrondissement allows you to explore the history of the cemetery away from the city bustle. Tickets are priced at 17 € per person for this insightful look at the necropolis’s best-kept secrets.
Père-Lachaise Cemetery is known as the cemetery of celebrities. However, this immense necropolis is home to many unknown, misunderstood, and above all, forgotten people who contributed to science, literature... Some have also left behind sinister memories. Sometimes you have to venture into the small alleys to discover the simple tomb of a woman whose illustrious discoveries have been forgotten, or to discover the unusual tomb of a lion tamer.
I invite you on a journey to (re)discover Père-Lachaise Cemetery. Together, we will conduct a true exploration off the main paved paths, searching for the forgotten of Père-Lachaise and uncovering unusual tombs; we will also talk about the history of the cemetery: why is it named this way? Why is it so popular?
A visit far from the city's hustle and bustle, in one of the capital's most exceptional places.
Our take on this event
Step away from the crowded main avenues and join a journey through the lesser-known corners of Père-Lachaise Cemetery. On Sunday, November 29, 2026, from 10:00 to 13:00, you will wander through the 20th arrondissement’s most iconic burial ground to uncover the stories of influential, yet overlooked, individuals. You will encounter the modest final resting places of pioneers in science and literature, as well as curious graves such as that of a legendary lion tamer.
This guided exploration serves as a deep dive into the historical significance of the site, explaining why this specific location became such a magnet for burials over the years. The event is strictly for participants aged 18 and up, with a participation fee of 17 €. It is an opportunity to experience one of Paris’s most exceptional landmarks in a quiet, contemplative atmosphere, far removed from the surrounding city noise.
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