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NOTE: Timed-entrance tickets are CURRENTLY REQUIRED for all visits to the Sainte Chapelle. You do NOT need timed-entrance tickets to the nearby Conciergerie, which is a separate attraction.
How to Book the Ultimate Gothic Jewel of Paris
Updated August 2025
Perched on the Île de la Cité, Sainte-Chapelle is one of Paris’s most breathtaking masterpieces — a soaring expression of Rayonnant Gothic splendor, commissioned in the mid-13th century by King Louis IX to house the relics of the Passion. Its vaulted interior glows with walls of stained glass, including 15 soaring panels and a flamboyant rose window, in a breathtaking display that remains utterly unforgettable.
At a Glance
How Early to Book:
2-3 weeks ahead
Tickets Released:
About 75 days in advance
Best Times to Book:
Mornings at 9am right when the chapel opens and crowds are thinner, and also when the light will feel most luminous
Ticket price:
€19 for adults during high season, €13 remainder of year
Where to Book:
If Sainte-Chapelle is a must-see for you, your best bet is to book a timed ticket through the official site. This ensures entry and helps you skip long lines, especially during busy travel months like summer.
The Chapel opens daily at 9:00 a.m., with hours extending until 7:00 p.m. from April 1 to September 30, and 5:00 p.m. from October 1 to March 31. Last access is allowed 30 minutes before closing. It’s closed only on January 1, May 1, and December 25.
For those looking to save, there is free entry on some designated first Sundays (November–March inclusive). On those free first Sundays, online reservations aren’t available — expect long queues and plan to arrive early. Even on reserved-ticket days, security checks (part of the Palais de Justice perimeter) can add 30–45 minutes to your wait, so arrive well ahead of your entry time.
To reach the chapel, take RER B or C to Saint-Michel, Métro lines 1, 7, 11, or 14 to Châtelet, or line 4 to Cité. Several bus lines and Vélib’ stations are nearby.
It's recommended to visit early in the morning when the chapel is quieter and the light through the windows feels most luminous — though honestly, with its heavenly glow, any hour is magical.
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