Tickets to Carcassonne Castle & Ramparts

• Turn back time to the 13th century and discover the popular Cité de Carcassonne for a historical treat.

• Once claimed by Romans, Saracens, Visigoths, and Crusaders, it is now your time to explore its hidden treasures.

• Walk past fortified walls, watchtowers, ramparts, the Great Well, the Salle Pierre Embry, and the Count’s Castle.

• Climb the square Bishop’s Tower, the sturdy construction that straddles both city walls.

• After this trip, you’ll want to try your hand at the beloved board game, Carcassonne.

• Entry to Carcassonne Castle & Ramparts

• Access to the courtyards of the castle, the archaeological museum and the ramparts

• Guided tour

• Transfers

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Important Information

• Please note that there is free admission during the following days: European Heritage Days on the third weekend of Sep, and every first Monday of the month from Nov to Mar.

• Please note that there is free admission for EU residents under the age of 26 and for anyone else under the age of 18.

• To avoid large crowds at the entrance, it is recommended to arrive 1 hour after the monument opens.

• Animals are not allowed in the Castle.

• The museum will remain closed for safety reasons.

Operating Hours

Apr 1 to Sep 30

• Daily: 10am to 6:15pm

• Last admission to the castle at 5pm

• Last admission to the ramparts at 5:45pm

Oct 1 to Mar 31

• Daily: 9:30am to 4:45pm

• Last admission to the castle at 3:45pm

• Last admission to the ramparts at 4:15pm

• Closed on Jan 1 , May 1 & Dec 25

• Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly. It includes a barcode and a PDF ticket in the attachment. Please scan both at the entrance.

• If you have purchased reduced-price or free tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

Ticket Redemption Point

• You can redeem the tickets directly at the entrance of the attraction Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne

• Address: 1 Rue Viollet le Duc, 11000 Carcassonne, France.

Get Directions to the Redemption Point

Getting There

By Car

• If you're driving by car the nearest landmark is Cité de Carcassonne

• If you're driving to the attraction, take the 39 Av. du Général Leclerc highway & take exit at Rue Gustave Nadaud & follow the signs to the parking area.