Sainte-Chapelle tickets at a glance
The Sainte-Chapelle is a Gothic palace chapel on the Île de la Cité, at 10 Boulevard du Palais, close to Notre-Dame. It was built under King Louis IX as a chapel for the royal palace and for its relics. Its main draw is the stained glass, an important set of Gothic glass painting from the 13th century.
It is run by the Centre des monuments nationaux and is separate from the cathedral. This site is an independent guide and does not sell tickets. The prices below apply from 12 January 2026.
Prices for adults in 2026
The group depends on nationality or residence, not on language or accent.
| Adult without a free-entry category | Sainte-Chapelle | Combined with the Conciergerie |
|---|---|---|
| EEA national, or resident in an EEA country for more than 4 months | €16 | €23 |
| Neither a national nor a resident of an EEA country | €22 | €30 |
An audio guide is optional at €4 and also comes in German. Check the current price list before you book, because the operator sets the tariffs.
Our picks: Sainte-Chapelle
A combined ticket with the Conciergerie, or a guided walk with both tickets.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Île de la Cité with Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie
Two hours with a local guide in a group of up to eight, with pre-booked Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie tickets. Notre-Dame is seen from outside only.
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Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie combined ticket
Entry to both monuments in one ticket. No guide is listed as included.
Check availability →Sainte-Chapelle and Île de la Cité tours
Guided visits that include the Sainte-Chapelle and the island, with live prices and availability.
Who enters free
Bring proof of age or status.
Under 18
Free for all visitors under 18.
Ages 18 to 25
Free for EU nationals, and for non-EU citizens who live regularly in France.
Disability
Free for people with a disability and one companion. Other groups with proof also qualify.
First Sundays
The first Sunday of January to March and of November and December is free. A time slot cannot be booked for these free Sundays, so expect to queue.
Hours, time slots and security
How a visit works.
Opening hours
From 1 April to 30 September: 09:00 to 19:00. From 1 October to 31 March: 09:00 to 17:00. Closed on 1 January, 1 May and 25 December.
Last entry
The monument gives the last entry as 30 minutes before closing. A museum pass provider lists 18:15 in summer and 16:15 in winter, which is 45 minutes before closing. Arrive earlier than either to be safe.
Time slots
Book a time slot, also for children, free-entry visitors and Paris Museum Pass holders. Arrive at the time you booked. A booking does not remove the security check, and it does not promise an instant way in.
Security at the Palais de Justice
The chapel stands inside the law courts, so checks are stricter, and an ID check is possible. Sharp objects, glass containers and large bags are not allowed. There is no cloakroom, and items taken at the entrance are not returned.
Combined ticket
The time you book is for the Sainte-Chapelle. You can visit the Conciergerie before or after, within its opening hours.
The Conciergerie next door
The Conciergerie is the surviving part of the royal Palais de la Cité. It later became a prison, and its history includes the French Revolution and the detention of Marie-Antoinette, held from the night of 1 to 2 August 1793 and executed on 16 October 1793. The chapel there today stands on the site of her former cell. It is not an unchanged prison room.
Check the current timetable and any closed rooms before you go, and do not plan a late arrival.
Paris Museum Pass
A pass can make sense, but it depends on what you visit.
The Paris Museum Pass includes the Sainte-Chapelle, with a reservation required and the usual security check. The 2026 prices are €85 for 2 days (48 hours), €105 for 4 days (96 hours) and €125 for 6 days (144 hours), counted in consecutive hours from your first visit. The pass includes the towers of Notre-Dame, with a free time slot you must book. The cathedral itself is free, so it needs no pass. Whether a pass saves money depends on how many paid sights you visit.
If you plan a second museum day, the Louvre has its own guide. Sights further out, such as Sacré-Cœur, are separate trips.
Sainte-Chapelle tickets: frequently asked questions
How much is a Sainte-Chapelle ticket?
Since 12 January 2026 it is €16 for adults who are EEA nationals or have lived in an EEA country for more than 4 months, and €22 for other adults. The combined ticket with the Conciergerie costs €23 or €30 in the same groups.
Do I need to book a time slot?
Yes, in general, also with the Paris Museum Pass and for children. For the free first Sundays a slot cannot be booked.
What can I not bring in?
No sharp objects, glass containers or large bags. There is no storage, and confiscated items are not given back.
Who pays the lower price?
EEA nationals and people who have lived regularly in an EEA country for more than 4 months. The rule follows nationality and residence, not language.
Is the Sainte-Chapelle near Notre-Dame?
Yes, both are on the Île de la Cité. They are separate sites with separate tickets.