Overview
Père Lachaise is Paris’s largest cemetery and an open‑air museum of art, architecture, and memory. Opened in 1804 and spanning roughly 44 hectares (109 acres) in the 20th arrondissement, it contains tens of thousands of tombs, including those of acclaimed artists, writers, and musicians such as Oscar Wilde, Jim Morrison, Édith Piaf, Frédéric Chopin, and Marcel Proust.
Address & Entrances
Address:
16 Rue du Repos, 75020 Paris, France
Main site in the 20th arrondissement, bordering Boulevard de Ménilmontant.
Principal entrances:
- Boulevard de Ménilmontant (Main Gate / Conservation office)
- Avenue du Père‑Lachaise (near métro Philippe‑Auguste)
- Rue des Rondeaux (Gambetta entrance – higher elevation)
- Rue de la Réunion (Réunion entrance – higher elevation)
Entering at Gambetta lets you walk downhill through the cemetery.
Opening Hours
Open daily. Hours vary by season; weekday openings are earlier than weekends.
- Weekdays: generally from 08:00
- Saturday, Sunday, holidays: generally from 09:00
- Closing: typically between 17:30 and 18:00, depending on season
Always check the official page below for the latest seasonal times and exceptional closures.
Getting There
Métro
- Père‑Lachaise (Lines 2, 3)
- Philippe‑Auguste (Line 2) – close to Avenue du Père‑Lachaise gate
- Gambetta (Line 3) – close to Rue des Rondeaux entrance
Several bus lines also serve the area around Boulevard de Ménilmontant and Gambetta.
Visitor Guidelines
- Admission is free. Keep a respectful, quiet demeanor.
- Follow marked paths; do not climb on monuments or vaults.
- No bikes, scooters, or drones. No commercial filming without authorization.
- No animals (except authorized assistance dogs).
- No picnics, amplified music, or smoking near vegetation during high‑risk periods.
- Photography for personal use only; avoid blocking pathways and ceremonies.
For groups, walks, or special requests, contact the cemetery conservation office. On‑site maps are usually available at the main entrance.
Useful Links
- Official page (Ville de Paris): Cimetière du Père‑Lachaise