Père-Lachaise is a Paris out of time. Great writers, poets, actors, and musicians are buried here, but their stories live on. Why do women flock to Victor Noir’s grave in search of happiness, and why did Oscar Wilde’s sculpture have to be hidden behind glass from kissing fans? Unravel the legends of Père-Lachaise Cemetery in the heart of Paris with a TouringBee audio guide!
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TouringBee audio guides are:
- The ability to start your tour at any time – the audio guide will remain available on your device for a year
- Exploring the city at your own pace, without guides or groups
- An optimal route to the most interesting places
- Stories, legends, and little-known facts that bring the walk to life
- A simple and clear app for comfortable use
- Ideas for new journeys with our audio guides
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The ability to choose a familiar language with no extra charge
2 hours of comfortable walking
33 waypoints to discover
Downloadable in advance for offline listening
What awaits you?
Père-Lachaise is not just a cemetery but a labyrinth of legends – mysteries, scandals, and mysticism – so let’s walk through its alleys and discover the most unexpected stories with an audio guide, shall we?
- The story of a fateful visit to the Elysee Palace – the scandalous death of French President Felix Faure in the arms of his mistress
- The place where France’s Romeo and Juliet are buried – the tragic love story of Heloise and Abelard
- Where Chopin’s heart rests – the composer’s journey between Paris and Poland even after his death
- Marcel Proust’s final resting place – the tradition of leaving metro tickets on the great writer’s grave
- The ashes that disappeared – the mysterious fate of the urn of Maria Callas, a legend of the opera stage
- The man who «discovered» ancient Egypt – the tomb of Jean-François Champollion, who deciphered hieroglyphics
- The first engineer of the Paris Metro – who created the transport that saved the city from traffic jams?
- The grave that inspires artists – why do they leave colored pencils at Amedeo Modigliani’s tombstone?
Note to self:
- The audio guide only includes the itinerary for the Père Lachaise Cemetery walk; any entrance fees are purchased separately
- Our author's audio guides for Paris attractions are available as an option
Still have questions about the audio guide?
How do I get started using an audio guide?
- Download our mobile app.
- Select a tour.
- Purchased tours will appear in «My Tours».
- Don’t forget to download these tours before the tour so that the guide works without internet.
- And don’t forget your headphones :)
Do I need a permanent internet connection?
No, you can download the audio guide in advance and listen to it offline.
How long will the audio guide be available after purchase?
Once purchased, it will remain available on your device for one year.
Can I walk the route with my family or friends?
Of course! Simply download the audio guide to one device and listen together.
How will I know where the points of interest are?
A map in the app will mark all points of interest with hints for getting around.
Where do I go for help?
If you have any questions or problems, contact our support team at [email protected].
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