Montmartre district

The Moulin Rouge, the fabulous epic of Montmartre's red cabaret

Opened in 1889 in Montmartre, the Moulin Rouge quickly became the temple of the French cancan and a Belle Époque meeting place for painters, stars and legendary dancers. Discover the history of this world-famous cabaret that embodies the spirit of Paris.

Le Chat Noir, when Montmartre invented the modern cabaret

Founded in 1881 in Montmartre, Le Chat Noir became one of the symbols of the artistic Belle-Époque, where poets, painters and chansonniers met. And although this mythical cabaret has now disappeared, its spirit lives on in the memory of Paris.

Le Bateau Lavoir, Montmartre's modern art nest

Perched on a small square in Montmartre since 1904, the Bateau-Lavoir is a major creative center where Picasso, Modigliani and Apollinaire left their mark.

Le Moulin de la Galette, Montmartre's historic & artistic guinguette, now a restaurant

In the heart of Montmartre, the Moulin de la Galette was a historic guinguette, which became a mythical venue for Parisian bohemia. Painted by Renoir, frequented by Van Gogh and Toulouse-Lautrec, it survives today as a restaurant, a living vestige of old Paris.

Au Lapin Agile, a legendary cabaret in the heart of bohemian Montmartre

In Montmartre, Au Lapin Agile is the legendary cabaret where Brassens sang, Picasso drank and Apollinaire dreamed. A unique place that still perpetuates the free, bohemian spirit of the 18th arrondissement's Butte.

Montmartre Festival 2025: a sensory, participatory and committed event from September 25 to 28

An artistic and festive journey, from the Goutte d'Or to the Abbesses, from September 25 to 28, 2025, in the emblematic places of Montmartre: Arènes de Montmartre, Moulin Rouge, Madame Arthur...

RTL2 Pop Rock Live at the Trianon in Paris with Sting, The Last Dinner Party, Charlotte Cardin and Helena

RTL2 is creating an event this autumn by offering listeners an exclusive concert at the Trianon in Paris on Friday, October 10, 2025. On the program for this exceptional evening? The legendary Sting, British all-girl band The Last Dinner Party, Quebec's Charlotte Cardin and Belgian singer Helena.

La chair est triste hélas at the Théâtre de l'Atelier with Anna Mouglalis - our review

This autumn, the Théâtre de l'Atelier in Paris presents "La chair est triste hélas", written and directed by Ovidie. And who better to bring this powerful text to the stage than actress Anna Mouglalis. An event not to be missed from September 9 to October 25, 2025. Read our review.

A walk in the footsteps of Albert Camus in Paris, between exile and resistance

Discover the Parisian places associated with Albert Camus - hotels, cafés, apartments, plaques and streets - to reconnect with the writer's intimate and committed life, between exile and humanist commitment.

L'Étoffe des Rêves, the exhibition at Halle Saint-Pierre

From September 12, 2025 to July 31, 2026, La Halle Saint Pierre presents "L'étoffe des rêves", a groundbreaking exhibition featuring 36 artists and over 300 textile works ranging from art brut to surrealism and poetic experimentation.

La Halle Saint-Pierre in Paris: the Parisian temple of art brut in Montmartre

Want to get out and rediscover Paris's various artistic institutions? Stop off at the Halle Saint-Pierre, located at the foot of the Montmartre hill!

Journées du Patrimoine 2025: meet the artists of the Mur des Je t'aime in Montmartre

Here's a great day out for lovers and romantics during the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) on September 20 and 21, 2025: discover the Mur des Je t'aime (I Love You Wall) in Montmartre.

Icelandic pianist Eydís Evensen in concert at Les Trois Baudets in Paris in October 2025

Eydís Evensen announces her return to Paris for a new European tour, entitled "The Oceanic Mirror Tour". Join the Icelandic pianist and composer on stage at Les Trois Baudets on Friday, October 24, 2025.

Maison MERIT: beauty pop-up & free events in a beautiful, confidential Montmartre villa

Glow invites itself to Montmartre! On September 13, 2025, MERIT Beauty transforms the sublime and confidential Villa Junot into Maison MERIT, its very first Parisian pop-up. An immersive experience where you can test products, enjoy exclusive entertainment and a fun kids' room, all 100% free! Reservations from September 2.

Kneecap in concert at the Trianon and Élysée Montmartre in Paris in September and November 2025

Following their performance at Rock en Seine, Kneecap announce their return to Paris, with no less than four concerts scheduled between now and the end of the year. To discover the Northern Irish hip-hop group, visit the Trianon on Monday September 8 and Tuesday September 9, then the Élysée Montmartre on Monday November 10 and Tuesday November 11, 2025.

The Dome of the Sacré-Coeur Basilica: the view from the Butte Montmartre, practical information

Dominating Paris from the Butte Montmartre, the Sacré-Coeur dome offers one of the capital's most spectacular panoramas. A spiritual and architectural symbol, it is as captivating for its history as it is for the 360° view it affords visitors ready to climb its 300 steps.

This tomb in Montmartre Cemetery turns into a rainbow in the sun. Find out which one.

In a quiet corner of the Montmartre cemetery, a tomb attracts the curious as much as it moves fans: that of France Gall, Michel Berger and their daughter Pauline. A glass vault, bathed in light, where a rainbow dances on the stone when the sun reflects on it.

Meryem Benoua at La Cigale: an evening of laughter and offbeat confidences

On February 2 and 3, 2026, Meryem Benoua presents her show Reflet at La Cigale, a one-woman show combining intimate sketches and biting humor.

The Junot garden, a free, well-hidden place to go green on the Butte Montmartre

On Avenue Junot, the eponymous garden has just opened its doors to the general public, offering an oasis of greenery and, above all, a small tree-lined oasis on the Butte Montmartre.

Le Jardin Valentino Beauty: the 100% free beauty and gourmet pop-up blooming in Montmartre

Valentino Beauty takes up residence in Montmartre with Le Jardin Valentino, its fresh, fragrant, couture pop-up. Join us on July 18 and 19, 2025 in the hidden gardens of the Hôtel Particulier Montmartre for an open-air beauty experience ... and it's free!