Place du Tertre

Montmartre is known as the last village in Paris.

The Place du Tertre, a few streets away from the Sacre-Coeur basilica, is the heart of Montmartre. Locate Place du Tertre on the map of Montmartre.

Many painters settle in Place du Tertre. They propose to paint your portrait. It is often well done and a great souvenir of your stay in Paris.

Painters on Place du Tertre in Montmartre

The Place du Tertre is a reminder of the time when Montmartre was setting worldwide the trend of modern art.

In early 20th century, many pennyless painters,  including Pablo Picasso, were living there.

A simple and practical way to visit Place du Tertre and Montmartre is on a Montmartre guided tour.

The Place du Tertre is very romantic at night. You may want to go their for a lovely musical dinner.

Place du Tertre  in Montmartre

You can also visit Montmartre as part of a complete Paris tour. That will save you time altogether.

Montmartre can be quite crowded with tourists during weekends. Go there on weekdays.

We also advise you to visit the Place du Tertre early in the morning to avoid the tourist crowd.

Abbesses station (line 12), Anvers (line 6).

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