Cimetière du Père-Lachaise
Attraction
4.6 (3524 reviews)
Vast tree-lined burial site with famous names including Oscar Wilde, Jim Morrison & Maria Callas.
75020 Paris, France
+33 1 55 25 82 10
Did You Know?
6 facts
1,000,000
Resting Place
Père Lachaise Cemetery is estimated to hold the remains of over 1 million people, making it one of the largest cemeteries in the world.
1804
Unpopular Start
Despite its current popularity, Père Lachaise Cemetery had a slow start. In its first year, it only received 13 burials.
Nondenominational
Open to All
Père Lachaise Cemetery has always been nondenominational, welcoming people of all faiths and backgrounds.
5,000
Tree-Filled
Spread across 110 acres, Père Lachaise Cemetery is home to over 5,000 trees, creating a serene and park-like atmosphere.