Plan your visit · Paris, 20th arrondissement

Père-Lachaise Cemetery
Visitor Information

Opening hours, Metro stations, entrances, and accessibility: the essentials for finding your way here and enjoying your visit.

Free admission5 entrances to choose from

Joining a guided tour? Always go to the meeting point specified in your booking.

Find the information you need

Plan your arrival.

When should you arrive?

Admission is free. Opening hours depend on the season and day of the week. Last entry is 15 minutes before closing.

See detailed opening hours →

How do you get here, and which gate should you use?

Five gates serve different parts of the cemetery. Our dedicated page has an entrance map, the three main Metro stations, Vélib’ bike-share tips, and parking information.

Choose your entrance and transportation →

Accessibility

An accessible gate is only the beginning.

Cobblestones, slopes, and uneven paths can make getting around difficult. The Amandiers and Réunion gates have steps and are not accessible for people with reduced mobility.

Discuss access requirements with the cemetery administration before you arrive. For a guided tour, also check the full route with the activity provider.

Can you enter by car?

Vehicle access is restricted to funeral processions and vehicles carrying someone who meets the admission criteria: age 75 or older, an accepted disability or mobility inclusion card, or the medical certificate required by the City. The relevant supporting documents must be presented.

Vehicles enter through the main gate or Gambetta gate. Private vehicles are not admitted on November 1. Check any special arrangements before traveling.

Confirm eligibility and the documents required with the cemetery administration before relying on vehicle access. Inside the cemetery, the speed limit is 20 km/h, funeral processions have priority, and parking on sidewalks is prohibited.

Small details that make a difference

The essentials once you arrive.

Shoes and weather

Wear comfortable shoes. Check the cobblestones and paths ahead before choosing your route.

Water and restrooms

Bring a bottle of water. Accessible restrooms are listed at the main, Repos, and Gambetta entrances.

Find your bearings

Note the division numbers before your visit, and keep an exit gate in mind.

View the division map →

A place of remembrance and reflection

What to know before you visit.

Funerals take place here every day. Speak quietly, let processions pass, and respect people who are mourning. Do not climb on the monuments.

No pets

Pets are not allowed on a walk through the cemetery, even on a leash.

No picnics

Plan to eat outside the cemetery. Picnics and drinking alcohol are prohibited.

A place for walking

Jogging and sports are not permitted. Bicycles and scooters are prohibited, even when pushed by hand.

Keep the peace

Do not play recorded music or musical instruments unless exceptional permission has been granted in advance.

Respect wildlife

Do not bring food for the animals. Leaving or throwing food to feed them is prohibited.

No organized games

Organized recreational games, including scavenger hunts, treasure hunts, and escape games, are prohibited.

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