The Sainte Chapelle and the Conciergerie

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The Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie are two of the earliest surviving buildings of the Capetian Royal Palace on the Île de la Cité and are considered among the highest achievements of the Rayonnant period of Gothic architecture.

Consecrated on April 26 1248, the Sainte-Chapelle (Holy Chapel) was commissioned by King Louis IX of France to house his precious collection of Christian relics, including Christ's Crown of Thorns, which were acquired by Saint Louis.

Sainte-Chapelle actually consists of two chapels, the upper and the lower. The upper chapel was meant for the king, the royal family and the relics while the lower was meant for the workers of the royal palace.

Today the chapel's highly known for the beauty of its 13th century stained glass windows. There are over 1,000 biblical figures depicted in the upper chapel. You will be left speechless when stepping inside this masterpiece and seeing the sunlight beaming through its windows.

The Conciergerie was originally part of the royal palace but turned into a state prison in 1370 after Charles V abandoned the palace. The prison became the main penitentiary for a network of prisons throughout Paris during the French Revolution where hundreds of prisoners were kept before being taken away to be guillotined.

Marie-Antoinette is the most famous prisoner who was kept at the Conciergerie during the French Revolution where she spent her last days. Today you can visit the different prison cells as well as her cell which has been turned into a chapel.

Whether you want to marvel at the stained glass windows, or take a tour to visit the old prison cells, the Conciergerie and Saint-Chapelle are national historical monuments that must be visited during your time in Paris!

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Entrance tickets for the Sainte Chapelle and Conciergerie
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Entrance tickets for the Sainte Chapelle and Conciergerie

Visit the Conciergerie and the Sainte Chapelle, some of the earliest surviving buildings of the Capetian royal palace on the Île de la Cité.

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Entrance tickets for the Conciergerie
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Entrance tickets for the Conciergerie

Visit the Conciergerie, an ancient Royal Palace and former prison where Marie-Antoinette was imprisoned.

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Private tour of Notre Dame (exterior), Conciergerie and Sainte Chapelle
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Private tour of Notre Dame (exterior), Conciergerie and Sainte Chapelle

Book your guided tour to explore the legendary Notre Dame, the Conciergerie and the Sainte Chapelle in Paris!

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Medieval Quarter Tour With Sainte-Chapelle and Notre-Dame
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Medieval Quarter Tour With Sainte-Chapelle and Notre-Dame

Stroll around Ile de la Cité with a local guide and visit the Sainte Chapelle and the Conciergerie!

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Paris off-the-beaten-path bike tour
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Paris off-the-beaten-path bike tour

Enjoy the best of Paris' charms and secret places in this Paris Off the Beaten Path Bike Tour.

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Sightseeing cruise from the Eiffel Tower
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Sightseeing cruise from the Eiffel Tower

Get onboard a 1-hour commented cruise on the river Seine and discover the most iconic monuments of Paris! Departure from the Eiffel Tower.

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Go City | Paris All-Inclusive Pass
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Go City | Paris All-Inclusive Pass

With the Go City® All-Inclusive Paris Pass enjoy access to many sites, art galleries and monuments, hop-on hop-off bus and sightseeing tours.

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Paris self-guided audio tour
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Paris self-guided audio tour

Explore Paris at your own pace! Enjoy an app containing over 130 points of interest, famous transport routes, sightseeing itineraries and walking tours.

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Guided bike tour along the Seine
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Guided bike tour along the Seine

Book a guided bike tour along the river Seine and discover the major highlights of Paris! From Notre Dame, the Eiffel Tower, the Conciergerie to the Louvre...

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Notre-Dame and Sainte-Chapelle private tour
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Notre-Dame and Sainte-Chapelle private tour

Marvel at the beauty of two of Paris' Gothic gems with this 6-hour private tour of Notre-Dame Cathedral and Sainte Chapelle!

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Bike tour of Paris' monuments

Experience the best of Paris sites with this 3.5-hour bike tour of the most iconic attractions of the city!

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Conversation in French and Coffee at Cafe de Flore
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Conversation in French and Coffee at Cafe de Flore

Improve your French in the cozy atmosphere of the iconic Café de Flore! Take part in a relaxed conversation class followed by a guided tour of Saint-Germain-des-Prés.

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Reviews The Sainte Chapelle and the Conciergerie

5/5
, Jan 20, 2015

“We saved a lot with the 6 day pass for our week vacation. Definitely would suggest to people who are visiting Paris”

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, Sep 02, 2024
5/5
, Sep 02, 2024

“J'adore ces monuments !”

5/5
, Sep 01, 2024

“Parfait !”

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