Sainte-Chapelle & Conciergerie Combined Tickets Paris
- Duration2 hours
- Open onEvery day
- Meeting pointThe Sainte-Chapelle entrance on the Boulevard du Palais
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Overview
This combined ticket opens two medieval monuments of the Palais de la Cité on the Île de la Cité: Sainte-Chapelle, the Gothic royal chapel with its walls of stained glass, and the Conciergerie, the former royal palace turned Revolution-era prison. You choose a timed slot for Sainte-Chapelle and visit the Conciergerie the same day. It is an independent visit with an English booklet, ideal for history lovers, art lovers and anyone exploring the area around Notre-Dame.
Highlights
- Sainte-Chapelle, one of the finest Gothic chapels in the world, with its upper chapel glowing in stained glass
- The Conciergerie, from royal palace to prison of the French Revolution
- Marie-Antoinette's cell and the memorial chapel
- Two monuments on one combined ticket on the Île de la Cité
- English booklet included; a digital guide may be available on site
- Choice between EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA ticket types, depending on your residence
Full Description
Sainte-Chapelle: the stained-glass royal chapel
Sainte-Chapelle was built between 1242 and 1248 for King Louis IX to house relics that included the Crown of Thorns. The lower chapel, low and painted with stars, served the palace staff, while the royal family climbed to the upper chapel, where fifteen soaring windows fill the space with almost 1,100 scenes from the Bible. On a sunny morning the room is flooded with red and blue light, and many travellers say it is the highlight of their Paris trip.
If you are planning a Sainte-Chapelle visit, choose your time slot carefully: mid-morning is popular, and late afternoon light shows the west rose window well. The chapel is small, so allow around 30 to 45 minutes to look at the glass panel by panel, and step outside a moment to take in the delicate spire.
The Conciergerie: from palace to prison
The Conciergerie was once part of the royal palace of the Capetian kings. From the fourteenth century it became a court and a prison, and during the Terror of 1793 and 1794 it held thousands of prisoners awaiting the Revolutionary Tribunal. The Salle des Gens d'Armes, a vast Gothic hall, is one of the biggest medieval rooms in Europe and is a fine start to the visit.
You then follow the prisoners' corridor to the recreated cells and the cell of Marie-Antoinette, who was held here in 1793 before her execution. A Conciergerie visit takes about an hour, and a digital guide with 3D reconstructions may be offered at the entrance, depending on the day. Your ticket includes the English booklet only, so pick up a printed copy in the language you prefer.
The Palais de la Cité and the Île de la Cité
Both monuments sit inside the same complex, the Palais de la Cité, the seat of French kings until the fourteenth century and still the seat of the Paris courts today. That is why you go through a security check on the Boulevard du Palais side and may be asked for ID. The two entrances are close, so the combined ticket is easy to use in one morning or afternoon.
This corner of the Île de la Cité is a good place for a half day: Notre-Dame Cathedral is a five-minute walk away, the flower market on Place Louis Lépine is nearby, and the quays of the Seine lead to the Pont Neuf. For the best Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie tour, start with the chapel at your booked time and continue to the Conciergerie afterwards.
Which ticket to choose: EU/EEA or non-EU/EEA
The site charges different categories for visitors who live in the European Economic Area for more than four months and for those who do not. The two options on this page reflect that split, so choose the one that matches your passport, ID or residence permit, which may be checked at the door.
Visitors under 18, and EU citizens under 26, enter free but need a free ticket issued on site, so they do not book here. The monuments close on 1 January, 1 May and 25 December, and last entry is about half an hour before closing.
Itinerary
- Arrive at the Palais de la CitéReach the Île de la Cité and go through the security check with your ID, about 10 minutes.
- Sainte-Chapelle lower chapelEnter the low, painted chapel at your booked time slot, about 10 minutes.
- Sainte-Chapelle upper chapelClimb the spiral stair to the stained-glass room and take your time, about 30 minutes.
- Conciergerie great hallWalk through the Salle des Gens d'Armes and the guards' room, about 20 minutes.
- Prison corridors and cellsSee the recreated cells and the cell of Marie-Antoinette, about 30 minutes.
- Courtyard and exitFinish in the Women's Courtyard before leaving via Boulevard du Palais.
What's included
- Sainte-Chapelle entry ticket
- Conciergerie entry ticket
- Visitor booklet in English
- Timed entry for Sainte-Chapelle
Not included
- Guided tour
- Food and drinks
- Transport
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children — a child price for ages 4–12
- A short visit — about 2 hours
Not suitable for
- People unable to climb a narrow spiral staircase to the upper chapel
- Visitors without valid ID when their ticket category depends on residence
- Anyone who needs a fully guided commentary; this is an independent visit with a booklet
Meeting point
The meeting point is the Palais de la Cité on the Île de la Cité, at Boulevard du Palais, in the 1st arrondissement of Paris. Enter through the security check on the side of the courts and present your voucher at Sainte-Chapelle for your chosen time slot; the Conciergerie visit must be on the same day. There is no hotel pickup. The nearest metro stops are Cité and Saint-Michel Notre-Dame.
Important information
- Carry a valid photo ID, passport or residence permit; ID may be checked for the ticket category.
- Choose the time slot for Sainte-Chapelle, and visit the Conciergerie on the same day.
- Security checks near the Palais de Justice can cause queues; arrive early.
- Some monument closures and shorter opening days can occur; check the date you choose.
- Closed on 1 January, 1 May and 25 December, with last entry about 30 minutes before closing.
- Visitors under 18, and EU citizens under 26, need a free ticket issued on site.
- Free admission also applies on certain Sundays and heritage days; the booking panel shows normal availability.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie ticket cost?
It depends on the option you choose and the date. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, adult and child.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. It is an entrance ticket only. The nearest metro stops are Cité and Saint-Michel Notre-Dame, a short walk from both monuments.
How long does the visit take?
Plan around two to two and a half hours in total: about 45 minutes at Sainte-Chapelle and about an hour at the Conciergerie, plus security.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, for curious children who can climb stairs. Under-18s enter with a free ticket issued on site, so they do not use this booking.
What should I wear and bring?
Comfortable shoes and a light layer, because the stone interiors are cool. Bring photo ID, your voucher and small bags only.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Often yes, depending on availability. Pick the date and Sainte-Chapelle time slot in the booking panel; the Conciergerie visit is the same day.
What is the difference between the two options?
The options are the same monuments; only the ticket category changes. Choose non-EU/EEA if you do not live in the EU or EEA, and EU/EEA if you are a citizen or a resident of more than four months.
Is Sainte-Chapelle worth visiting?
Yes. Its upper chapel is one of the most striking rooms in Paris, and the combined ticket adds the Conciergerie's history at no extra planning.
How do I get to the Conciergerie?
Take metro line 4 to Cité or lines 4 and 10 to Saint-Michel Notre-Dame. Both monuments are entered from Boulevard du Palais.
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