Rue Saint-Rustique
Just steps from Place du Tertre and Sacré-Cœur, Rue Saint-Rustique is a short, picturesque street in the historic heart of Montmartre. Often described as one of the oldest streets on the hill, its narrow proportions, traditional façades and cobbled setting preserve a glimpse of the village-like Montmartre that existed long before the neighbourhood became one of Paris’s most visited destinations.
This is not a hidden or particularly quiet corner of Montmartre — the surrounding streets can be extremely busy with visitors. Its appeal lies instead in its historic setting and unmistakable Montmartre atmosphere, with restaurants and cafés spilling into the small streets around Place du Tertre.
Explore Rue Saint-Rustique with TLC Paris as part of a walk through Place du Tertre, Sacré-Cœur and the winding streets of upper Montmartre, then continue away from the busiest routes to discover a different side of the 18th Arrondissement.
