Montparnasse
Montparnasse
Montparnasse

Montparnasse Tours and Tickets

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Home to art museums, major monuments, and Paris’ only skyscraper, eclectic and edgy Montparnasse is one of the city’s most interesting districts. Located in the 14th arrondissement on the Left Bank, it was famously the stomping grounds of artists and intellectuals in the 1910s and 20s, many of whom now rest in the Montparnasse Cemetery.

  • Paris, Île-de-France, 75014

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Q:Is Montparnasse worth a visit?
A:Yes, a visit to Montparnasse is a highlight of Paris’ left bank, with cafés, leafy parks, and cultural attractions like Montparnasse Tower. This towering skyscraper might not look like much from the street, but it’s worth venturing up for sweeping Paris views without the long lines of the Eiffel Tower.
Q:Are tours of Montparnasse free?
A:No. Most Montparnasse tours are fee-based activities led by tour guides. These professionally guided tours help visitors get oriented in the neighborhood and offer historical info, insider tips, and fun facts. For lower-cost options, look for self-guided smartphone or audio tours featuring this bustling Paris enclave.
Q:What is Montparnasse famous for?
A:Montparnasse has long been known as a neighborhood that draws a creative crowd; Ernest Hemingway, James Joyce, and Pablo Picasso were among the neighborhood’s earlier champions, putting Montparnasse on the map in the early 20th century. Other Montparnasse claims-to-fame include the Catacombs of Paris, a major historical attraction.
Q:How long is a tour of Montparnasse?
A:On the shorter end, tours can cover the neighborhood highlights in about an hour. For a visit to Montparnasse Tower (Tour Montparnasse), most visitors with prebooked tickets stay for around an hour. This covers time to climb up, scope out the views, and grab a coffee from the bar.
Q:Do you need to book tours of Montparnasse?
A:Yes. For most Paris walking tours, it’s better to book ahead so you can take the Montparnasse tour that works for you. To visit Montparnasse Tower (Tour Montparnasse), there are no guided tours, but you can prebook entry—especially important in summer—to avoid waiting in admission lines.
Q:How many floors are there in Montparnasse?
A:There are 59 floors in the Montparnasse Tower, most of which are offices. The Panoramic Space on floor 56 is open to the public, has a restaurant, and is accessible via elevator. The other public area is the Terrace on floor 59, which is accessible via a 3-story staircase climb.