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A stroll with the impressionists in Montmartre

16 Pl. des Abbesses, Paris Paris, 75018

Step back to Montmartre as impressionists painters knew it. Guided by Père Tanguy, their color merchant and friend, discover their lives and art, and experience the Bohemian charm of the neighborhood these 19th century geniuses called home.

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Duration 1h 45m

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Languages

English, French

Group size

1–32 travelers

Full description

Meet the Impressionists !

Explore the Montmartre district through the eyes of father Tanguy, a pivotal figure in the Impressionist movement. This theatrical tour immerses you in the stories of iconic artists like Monet, Manet, Renoir, and Cézanne, revealing how they transformed art against the backdrop of 19th-century Paris.

As you stroll through the charming streets, discover the struggles, dreams, and triumphs of these legendary painters, guided by Tanguy himself. The tour not only highlights the artistic revolution but also unveils the cultural transformations of the era, providing a unique perspective on the legacy of Impressionism.

- Discover Père Tanguy, color merchant of the impressionists
- Theatrical walk through vibrant Montmartre
- Insights into the lives of legendary Impressionist artists
- Multiple anecdotes about great painters: Monet, Manet, Cézanne, and many others
- The 19th century as if you were there

Itinerary

Place des Abbesses. With father Tanguy impersonnating father Tanguy, color Merchant of the Impressionists, you will discover Montmartre as no one before. As he acts, he will get you to meet the Impressionists as if you were their best friends. Shake hand with Monet, admire Manet painting, party with Renoir, criticise "bourgeois" society with Pissaro, create new manners of paintng with Cézanne... Enter the intimmity of these fabulous painters and revolutionaries and start a journey in time with the most fabulous team of artist.

Abbesses Garden & Cloister. Stroll with father Tanguy from place des Abbesses to the hiddent Jardin des Abbesses. Discover the "Mur des je t'aime". father Tanguy will introduce you ro the bohemian way of life of the Impressionists in Montmartre. Monet, Manet, Cézane, Pissaro, Morisot, Renoir will have no more secrets for you.

Le Bateau lavoir. Immerse yourself in the Impressionists way of life in the Paris of the 19th century. Discover how they partied, painted and survived together in the Paris of the Industrial Revolution. Witness them living for pennies in the Bateau Lavoir hostal.

Le Moulin de la Galette. Your stroll with father Tanguy goes on. As you slowly climb the Montmartre hill, you discover the Moulin de la Galette where father Tanguy will tell you more stories about the Impressionists lifestyle and art.

La Maison Rose. Have a look at the Maison Rose, headquarters to Picasso, Brel and others.

Au Lapin Agile cabaret. This cabaret greeted artists, libertarians, anarchists and many others that seeked pure air in Montmartre. Monet, Renoir and the impressionists used to spend time there while drinking and re-building the world. Time to enter in their dreams...

What’s included

Included

  • An immersive street tour with a professional actor staging the colorist of the impressionists

Not included

  • Street tour : the tour stays outside the mentionned destinations; it stops in front of the façade

Important information

Meeting point

16 Pl. des Abbesses, Paris Paris, 75018

Don’t forget

Infants must not sit on lapsInfant seats unavailableNot recommended for pregnant travelersNot stroller accessibleNot wheelchair accessible

Cancellation policy

100% charge if cancelled within 24 hours of start.

Your host

VE

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With GetExperience since 2026

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