Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie Guided Tour with Ticket in Paris
Description
Discover three remarkable landmarks on Île de la Cité on a guided tour. Marvel at French Gothic architecture including the exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral. Admire the stunning stained glass work of the Sainte Chapelle. Visit the Conciergerie, a medieval royal palace that became Marie Antoinette’s prison. Benefit from pre-reserved tickets to visit the iconic Sainte Chapelle and Conciergerie.
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Embark on a captivating guided tour and delve into the rich history of Paris. Explore three remarkable landmarks on Île de la Cité, including Notre Dame Cathedral, the iconic Sainte-Chapelle, and Conciergerie. Begin your adventure in Île de la Cité, where you’ll learn about Paris's rich history and culture.
Along the way, uncover captivating details about this island, all while engaging in conversations about the Notre Dame Cathedral and the unfortunate recent fire incident.
Venture into the awe-inspiring Sainte-Chapelle, where you'll have the privilege of witnessing its breathtaking beauty. This architectural gem, housing the sacred relics of Christ's Crown of Thorns, is renowned for its exceptional stained-glass windows that cast enchanting walls of light. It stands as a true jewel of French Gothic Architecture and boasts the distinction of housing Paris's oldest public clock, a towering marvel at 47 meters.
Continue your journey with the renowned Conciergerie, located in the heart of the city on Île de la Cité. This remarkable site, originally Paris's first royal palace, offers an exclusive experience with pre-reserved tickets and an expert guide. Uncover exceptional Gothic rooms, including a reproduction of the prison cells used during the revolutionary tribunal era. Immerse yourself in the UNESCO-listed historical site and listen to captivating stories of its most famous prisoners, including the renowned Marie-Antoinette.
As part of your exploration, don't miss the nearby Tour de l'Horloge, a historic clock tower of the Conciergerie. At the end of the tour, feel free to ask your guide for recommendations on further exploring the city. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the charming streets of Paris, along the picturesque Seine River, to continue your adventure.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Accessible via public transport
- Large bags and backpacks are not allowed in the monument.
- Prohibited items (such as sharp objects, glass bottles, and aerosols) confiscated at the entrance of the monument will not be returned to visitors.
- Clients must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour. This is due to the timed entry of the tickets.
- Tickets are timed and expire within 5 to 10 minutes.
- Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.
- Please remember to bring valid identification documents with you, considering monument entrances and security checks within the city.
- Strikes and sudden closures at the Sainte Chapelle and Conciergerie may happen, and the Museum may decide to close without prior notice. If this happens, there won't be refund.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
Reviews(223)
William was very knowledgeable and he allowed for the tour to be interactive. Thank you very much William
I booked La Chapelle snd Conciergie. When we met the guide, there was four of us and she said she wanted to go first to Notre Dame. I thought that was strange since it was not in the itinerary and she was going through every detail on the exterior for 45 minutes. Then we went to La Chappelle and her tour was very good and then she’s she said we’re going to Concergerie but we couldn’t do it the way they normally do because she didn’t have the time! She rushed us through a few spots and then said I gotta go. You can walk around and downstairs is the exit in the bathrooms and she left! The main thing I wanted to see was the Concergerie with an explanation. I booked this tour because I was fascinated with it and we did not get a proper tour. I am very upset.!
Unfortunately, during your visit, several monuments were subject to unexpected closures due to the extreme heatwave. These decisions were made by the monument authorities for safety reasons and were entirely outside our control. Our guides went above and beyond throughout the day, adapting the itinerary in real time, assisting guests affected by the heat, including those who fainted, and doing everything possible to ensure everyone remained safe while still providing the best experience they could under extraordinary circumstances. We're delighted that you appreciated your guide's expertise. As the opening status of the monuments was changing throughout the day, the guide continuously adjusted the route to make the most of the sites that remained accessible and to give the group the best possible experience despite the exceptional conditions.
Saint Chappelle was closed due to heat, so an alternative was offered (without discount or refund options). Guide seemed disinterested & rushed.
Wonderful tour for those who want to learn about this beautiful church and some of French history. Very well done tour. For those with some difficulty walking, there are some narrow steps.
This tour should not advertise Notre Dame as being included. Our guide walked us there (we easily could have found it) and spent all of two minutes on background before saying the tour was over. What?!
This tour, as clearly indicated by its name, is a guided visit of Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie. Entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral is not included and is never advertised as part of the tour. This information is clearly stated in the tour description, confirmations, and reminder emails. The tour itself is a 2-hour experience focused on these two historic sites. Nevertheless, your guide took the group to Notre-Dame afterward, provide background information, and explain how to access the cathedral independently. Reading the tour details before purchase is a better practice than complaining about it after.
I love this tour experience! I have on past visit been to Sainte Chapelle, but wanted to return for more time inside. It was easy to meet up with our guide. Enjoyed having listening equipment which made hearing her details/stories simple. Very enjoyable time inside both Sainte Chapelle and Conciergerie and well paced without rushing. **Be aware that there are many stairs to navigate through out this tour.** I hadn't anticipated that and it was challenging for my mother with some vision difficulties.
Absolutely wonderful! Our guide was very knowledgeable and informative. So much fun!!! We really enjoyed ourselves!
Mo was very knowledgeable and fun! It was extremely crowded at times and we had difficulty keeping up with her (not her fault). I would definitely recommend her!
Not as large or as famous as most cathedrals but the stained glass on the Sainte-Chapelle is outstanding. Our guide did an excellent job of describing the rich history of the site
This was a great tour the guide presented the history of the buildings in an interesting and fun way. He made sure we knew how to get into Notre Dame and provided information about what we would see.
