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A Gothic jewel where towering stained glass bathes the chapel in dazzling colors and biblical tales.
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Slide 1 of 17, Sainte Chapelle spire and Conciergerie facade in Paris with ornate golden gate.
Sainte Chapelle spire and Conciergerie facade in Paris with ornate golden gate.

Sainte-Chapelle & Conciergerie Entry Tickets

Explore at your pace

  • Visit Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie with one ticket, covering two major monuments on Île de la Cité.

  • See Sainte-Chapelle’s stained glass windows, known for biblical scenes spread across the upper chapel walls.

  • Explore the Conciergerie’s royal halls and prison spaces, including its links to the French Revolution.

  • Move easily between both nearby sites and explore them at your own pace on the same day.

  • Choose this combo to avoid separate bookings while covering Gothic architecture and revolutionary history.

More details

  • Visit Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie with one ticket, covering two major monuments on Île de la Cité.

  • See Sainte-Chapelle’s stained glass windows, known for biblical scenes spread across the upper chapel walls.

  • Explore the Conciergerie’s royal halls and prison spaces, including its links to the French Revolution.

  • Move easily between both nearby sites and explore them at your own pace on the same day.

  • Choose this combo to avoid separate bookings while covering Gothic architecture and revolutionary history.

from
€26
Slide 1 of 12, Sainte-Chapelle exterior with spire and Gothic architecture on a sunny day in Paris.
Sainte-Chapelle exterior with spire and Gothic architecture on a sunny day in Paris.

Sainte-Chapelle Guided Tour

1 hr - 2 hrs

  • Discover Sainte-Chapelle’s 13th-century stained glass with reserved entry and a guided walk through Île de la Cité.

  • Join a 60-minute English guided tour covering the chapel’s vivid interiors and the island’s historic landmarks.

  • Hear your guide clearly with the included headset and radio as they decode the chapel’s biblical glass panels.

  • Save time with reserved entry and cover Sainte-Chapelle’s highlights in a compact tour that fits easily into your day.

  • Upgrade to include Notre-Dame, or add both Notre-Dame and the Conciergerie for a fuller Île de la Cité route.

More details

  • Discover Sainte-Chapelle’s 13th-century stained glass with reserved entry and a guided walk through Île de la Cité.

  • Join a 60-minute English guided tour covering the chapel’s vivid interiors and the island’s historic landmarks.

  • Hear your guide clearly with the included headset and radio as they decode the chapel’s biblical glass panels.

  • Save time with reserved entry and cover Sainte-Chapelle’s highlights in a compact tour that fits easily into your day.

  • Upgrade to include Notre-Dame, or add both Notre-Dame and the Conciergerie for a fuller Île de la Cité route.

from
€45
Slide 1 of 5, Conciergerie in Paris with boats on the Seine River.
Conciergerie in Paris with boats on the Seine River.

Conciergerie Entry Tickets

Explore at your pace
Transfers available

  • Explore the Conciergerie, a former royal palace and Revolutionary prison, with flexible entry at your chosen time.

  • Visit its medieval halls and prison spaces at your own pace, including the recreated cell of Marie-Antoinette.

  • Use the included booklet in 11 languages for added context on the site’s royal, legal, and Revolutionary history.

  • This self-guided ticket gives you more flexibility than a group tour, with no fixed route or guide-led schedule.

  • Access Marie-Antoinette’s cell in 3D for a more immersive look at one of the Conciergerie’s most famous stories.

More details

  • Explore the Conciergerie, a former royal palace and Revolutionary prison, with flexible entry at your chosen time.

  • Visit its medieval halls and prison spaces at your own pace, including the recreated cell of Marie-Antoinette.

  • Use the included booklet in 11 languages for added context on the site’s royal, legal, and Revolutionary history.

  • This self-guided ticket gives you more flexibility than a group tour, with no fixed route or guide-led schedule.

  • Access Marie-Antoinette’s cell in 3D for a more immersive look at one of the Conciergerie’s most famous stories.

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€13
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Notre Dame Cathedral and the Seine River in Paris, France.

Sainte-Chapelle Entry Ticket + Notre-Dame Exterior Guided Tour

2 hrs

  • Visit Sainte-Chapelle at your own pace, then join a guided outdoor walk around Notre Dame’s exterior.

  • See Sainte-Chapelle’s stained glass windows, with vivid biblical scenes spread across the upper chapel.

  • Follow an English-speaking guide around Notre Dame’s façade, exterior details, and surrounding historic area.

  • Stay in a small group of under 20 guests, giving you more room to listen, ask questions, and follow the route.

  • Ideal if you want independent chapel entry with guided Notre Dame context, without joining a large group tour.

More details

  • Visit Sainte-Chapelle at your own pace, then join a guided outdoor walk around Notre Dame’s exterior.

  • See Sainte-Chapelle’s stained glass windows, with vivid biblical scenes spread across the upper chapel.

  • Follow an English-speaking guide around Notre Dame’s façade, exterior details, and surrounding historic area.

  • Stay in a small group of under 20 guests, giving you more room to listen, ask questions, and follow the route.

  • Ideal if you want independent chapel entry with guided Notre Dame context, without joining a large group tour.

from
€66
Slide 1 of 8, Notre Dame Cathedral view from Seine River on Notre Dame Island, Paris.
Notre Dame Cathedral view from Seine River on Notre Dame Island, Paris.

Paris in a Day: Louvre, Notre Dame, Saint Chapelle, Conciergerie, and Musée de l'Orangerie

9 hrs
1 more

  • Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral, Sainte-Chapelle, the Conciergerie, the Louvre, and Musée de l'Orangerie with one seamless guided experience.

  • Skip the hassle of planning with included entry tickets and a carefully curated route through Paris's most iconic landmarks.

  • Follow an expert guide as royal, religious, and artistic history comes to life at every stop.

  • Enjoy an intimate group setting for a more engaging experience and easier interaction with your guide.

  • Upgrade to a lunch-included option for a relaxing Parisian meal between visits.

More details

  • Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral, Sainte-Chapelle, the Conciergerie, the Louvre, and Musée de l'Orangerie with one seamless guided experience.

  • Skip the hassle of planning with included entry tickets and a carefully curated route through Paris's most iconic landmarks.

  • Follow an expert guide as royal, religious, and artistic history comes to life at every stop.

  • Enjoy an intimate group setting for a more engaging experience and easier interaction with your guide.

  • Upgrade to a lunch-included option for a relaxing Parisian meal between visits.

from
€165
Slide 1 of 11, Pantheon and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, part of a guided tour with Sainte-Chapelle.
Pantheon and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, part of a guided tour with Sainte-Chapelle.

Combo (Save 9%): Pantheon Tickets + Île de la Cité and Latin Quarter Guided Tour with Seine River Cruise

Explore at your pace

  • Save on a Paris combo that brings together the Panthéon, Conciergerie, Sainte-Chapelle, an Île de la Cité walking tour, and a Seine River cruise in one booking.

  • Explore the Panthéon at your own pace, taking in its grand architecture, mosaics, paintings, and monuments linked to French history.

  • Step inside the Conciergerie to uncover its French Revolution history, then admire the soaring stained-glass windows of Sainte-Chapelle.

  • Join a guided Île de la Cité walking tour with up to 14 guests, passing Notre-Dame’s Gothic façade, Place Dauphine, and Paris’s oldest bridge, Pont Neuf.

  • Round off your experience with a 1-hour Seine River sightseeing cruise, switching from historic streets and monuments to views of Paris from the water.

More details

  • Save on a Paris combo that brings together the Panthéon, Conciergerie, Sainte-Chapelle, an Île de la Cité walking tour, and a Seine River cruise in one booking.

  • Explore the Panthéon at your own pace, taking in its grand architecture, mosaics, paintings, and monuments linked to French history.

  • Step inside the Conciergerie to uncover its French Revolution history, then admire the soaring stained-glass windows of Sainte-Chapelle.

  • Join a guided Île de la Cité walking tour with up to 14 guests, passing Notre-Dame’s Gothic façade, Place Dauphine, and Paris’s oldest bridge, Pont Neuf.

  • Round off your experience with a 1-hour Seine River sightseeing cruise, switching from historic streets and monuments to views of Paris from the water.

from Original price€92
€83.70

9% off

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Musical Concert Experience: Attend a musical concert in Sainte-Chapelle during summer for a spiritually uplifting encounter. Revel in the timeless compositions of Vivaldi, Mozart, Bach, Goldoni Quarter, and Bach & Paganini.

Free Entry Opportunities: Take advantage of free entry to Sainte-Chapelle on the first Sunday of every month from November 1st to March 31st. Additionally, those under 18 or EU citizens aged 18-25 enjoy free entry year-round.

Visiting Hours and Breaks: Explore Sainte-Chapelle from 9 AM onwards, with a brief afternoon break from 1 PM to 2 PM. If visiting in the afternoon, aim to arrive by 1:45 PM to secure an early spot in the security queue.

Wheelchair Accessibility: Sainte-Chapelle accommodates wheelchair users. While the regular entrance involves stairs, individuals with mobility challenges can access the upper chapel via Boulevard du Palais, utilizing an elevator for convenience.

Special Free Entry Days: Take advantage of free admission to Sainte-Chapelle during European Heritage Days, occurring on the third weekend of September, as well as on the first Sunday of every month throughout the year.

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About Sainte Chapelle

Uncover the historical gem of Sainte-Chapelle in Paris, constructed by Louis IX in the 13th century. Nestled on Île de la Cité, this royal chapel epitomizes the Rayonnant Gothic architectural style. Hosting Christian relics such as the Crown of Thorns, its upper chapel, reserved for the royals, features 1,100 vibrant stained glass windows depicting biblical tales. Constructed in just seven years, Sainte-Chapelle is a symbol of monarchy and a testament to High Gothic architecture. Book your tickets for a captivating journey through time.

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Address10 Bd du Palais, 75001 Paris, France
Year opened1248
Visitors per year900000
Expected wait time - Standard1-2 hours (Peak), 30-60 mins (Off Peak)
Unesco status1979

Did you know?

The upper chapel appears incredibly light and delicate, but it’s actually supported by hidden iron reinforcements within its slender stone columns, an architectural marvel for its time.

In 2015, a $10 million restoration revitalized the iconic stained glass windows of Sainte Chapelle, coinciding with the 800th birth anniversary celebration of King Louis IX.

When sunlight streams through the stained glass, the chapel is transformed into a dazzling kaleidoscope of colors, often leaving visitors speechless at its beauty.

Since 1862, Sainte Chapelle has held the prestigious status of a National Historic Monument in France, underscoring its cultural and historical significance within the country's heritage.

Originally possessing 22 relics, including fragments of the cross, a nail, and the crown of thorns, Sainte Chapelle now houses only three relics. These remnants form part of the Notre-Dame de Paris treasure.

Why visit Sainte Chapelle?

Stunning Stained Glass

Marvel at Sainte-Chapelle's breathtaking 13th-century stained glass windows, showcasing vivid biblical scenes and intricate details that create a mesmerizing kaleidoscope of colors.

Architectural Gem

Explore a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, with its soaring ceilings, delicate stone tracery, and elegant spires that transport you back in time to medieval Parisian craftsmanship.

Historical Significance

Immerse yourself in history as you step into a chapel that once housed precious relics, including Christ's Crown of Thorns, making it a significant pilgrimage site during the Middle Ages.

Intimate Setting

Experience the intimate scale of Sainte-Chapelle, contrasting with the grandeur of nearby Notre-Dame, providing a more personal connection to the art and history within its walls.

Musical Events

Concerts and events are also hosted in this unique venue, as the chapel's acoustics enhance the beauty of live music, creating a magical atmosphere for visitors to enjoy.

Highlights

The Interior Decoration

The lavish interiors of Sainte Chapelle glorify Christ, adorned with stained glass windows capturing attention. Below, the Dado showcases intricate motifs and rich textile hangings, complemented by statues of the twelve apostles and Saint Peter, exemplifying medieval Parisian sculpting.

The Two Chapels

Sainte Chapelle is divided into upper and lower chapels, the former reserved for the King and family, while the latter served the royal staff. The lower chapel, with gilded architecture and a somber atmosphere, features Paris's oldest wall painting—the 13th-century Annunciation fresco. The upper chapel boasts high stained glass windows and an arched ceiling, standing as the cathedral's highlight.

The Stained Glass

Fifteen tall stained glass windows surround Sainte Chapelle, illustrating 1,134 biblical figures dominated by red and blue hues. Panels narrate Old and New Testament stories and depict Louis IX's acquisition of Passion relics. The western rose window, especially striking at sunset, portrays the Apocalypse of St. John.

The Vault Design

Sainte Chapelle's remarkable architecture is defined by its vaults. In the upper chapel, rib-like cages support the roof on slender columns, featuring deep blue vaults with golden stars representing heaven. The lower level's blue vaults, adorned with fleur-de-lys, symbolize the French royal heritage.

The Grand Shrine

The upper chapel focal point is a stunning golden shrine once housing Passion relics acquired from Constantinople Emperor Baldwin II for 135,000 livres. The collection included the Crown of Thorns and a Holy Cross fragment. Today, the shrine is empty, with relics transferred to the nearby Notre Dame Cathedral.

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What our guests say

João M

Couple
2 weeks ago
Easy booking through Headout, mobile ticket, and quick entry into Sainte-Chapelle. Stunning stained glass windows. Highly recommend!

Sainte-Chapelle & Conciergerie Entry Tickets

Gabriela G

Mexico
Couple
Jul 2026
The chapel and the Conciergerie were both very beautiful. I was glad we had a one-hour reservation so we could visit both places. We got lost on the subway and arrived at 11:40, even though our reservation was for 11:00 (with entry allowed until 12:00). At 12:00, they let us into the chapel, and after leaving there, we tried to enter the Conciergerie, and they did grant us access.

Sainte-Chapelle & Conciergerie Entry Tickets

Erika M

United States
Couple
3 weeks ago
With all the other complicated transactions one must do while traveling these days, purchasing our tickets to the Fabulous D'Orsay Museum was a breeze! We thank you for making our lives easier. I will remember the artwork there ( so wonderfully displayed!) for the rest of my life. Merci!!

Combo: Sainte-Chapelle Timed Entry Tickets + Orsay Museum Fast-Track Tickets

Daniel K

United States
Couple
Sep 2026
Amazing museum ! Wow just wow. Make sure you visit the fifth floor . I seriously gasped at some of the masterpieces that you could literally touch ( I didn't ) . Old train station turned i to this world class museum ! So great .

Combo: Sainte-Chapelle Timed Entry Tickets + Orsay Museum Fast-Track Tickets

Hannah S

South Africa
Solo
Jul 2026

+1 more

Skipping the line and going straight onto the Paris Pantheon was great. The history, science and architecture is something truly amazing to see - a must while in the city

Combo: Pantheon Tickets + Île de la Cité and Latin Quarter Guided Tour with Seine River Cruise

Helder S

Solo
May 2026

+2 more

The fact that I was able to get in so quickly made the visit more enjoyable, since it only took me 10 minutes to get in. That way, I was able to fully enjoy my visit

Conciergerie Entry Tickets

Brenda J

United States
Couple
2 days ago
There were long lines even if you had reservatiins. We were told to be there 15 minutes early, it really should have been an hour early! Once we were inside, everything was moving quite efficiently!

Combo: Sainte-Chapelle Timed Entry Tickets + Orangerie Museum Tickets

Susan M

Australia
Couple
4 days ago
Very enjoyable and the audio guide was great. However, because of the new Monet exhibition it meant that the final two paintings on the audio guide were not there. These paintings moved temporarily to the Petit Palais. Might be useful to note that for future guests.

Combo: Sainte-Chapelle Timed Entry Tickets + Orangerie Museum Tickets

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