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Is Père Lachaise Cemetery worth it in a day?

Worth itIn a day

Even on a tight schedule, Père Lachaise Cemetery earns the hours.

Allow 1.5–2 hrs.

Less morbid than it sounds — cobbled lanes, mossy tombs and chestnut trees make it one of the most atmospheric walks in Paris. The fun is the treasure hunt for famous graves; grab a map at the gate or you'll get pleasantly lost.

Price
Free
Time
1.5–2 hrs
Last verified
2026-06-17
Is Père Lachaise Cemetery worth it…
How we verified
  • Opened in 1804; the most-visited cemetery in the world · model-knowledge
  • Notable graves include Oscar Wilde, Jim Morrison, Édith Piaf, Chopin and Molière · model-knowledge
  • Covers 44 hectares with over 70,000 burial plots · model-knowledge
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