Moulin Rouge Cabaret Show Tickets Montmartre Paris

The Moulin Rouge at Place Blanche

The Moulin Rouge stands on Boulevard de Clichy at Place Blanche, at the foot of Montmartre, and its red windmill is one of the most recognisable sights in Paris. It opened in 1889, the year of the Eiffel Tower, and became the symbol of Parisian nightlife and of the belle epoque.

If you are wondering how to get to the Moulin Rouge, take the metro to Blanche on line 2 and you will see the windmill as you come out; Pigalle is also close. Montmartre's steep streets and cafes are on your doorstep, so you can combine the show with an early walk around the district.

The show Féerie

Féerie is the Moulin Rouge's current revue, a two-hour spectacle with a large troupe of dancers, singers and international performers. The costumes are famous for their feathers and rhinestones, and the sets, lighting and choreography are on a scale that few venues in the world can match.

The show includes the French cancan, the dance born on this stage, and moves between scenes of song, dance and variety acts. If you have searched for Moulin Rouge tickets, this is the experience you are booking, and it is considered one of the great Paris shows.

History of the Moulin Rouge and Montmartre

The cabaret was founded in 1889 and drew artists, writers and aristocrats to its dance floor. Toulouse-Lautrec captured its atmosphere in famous posters, and the cancan became known around the world from here. Understanding that history makes the modern show more meaningful, since the revue still honours the traditions of the belle epoque.

Nearby, the Sacré-Cœur basilica crowns the hill, and Montmartre keeps a village-like atmosphere in its cobbled streets, artists' squares and old cafes. Arriving early lets you see the neighbourhood before the show and enjoy the view of Paris from the steps of the basilica.

Planning your evening

Dress smartly, as this is a formal evening venue; sportswear, shorts and flip-flops are not appropriate. Arrive with time to spare, as security checks and seating happen before the show starts. Check the booking panel for the available evenings and the start time of the performance.

Tickets are non-refundable, so confirm your dates before you book, and plan your dinner before or after the show. Children are admitted subject to the venue's minimum age, which is shown in the booking panel, and photography during the show is not allowed.