Sainte-Chapelle Guided Tour with Reserved Entry

Enjoy reserved access

Glide past the crowds with your reserved access and enter Sainte-Chapelle. Your guide will share the story of the chapel, built by King Saint Louis IX in the 13th century to house holy relics. Step inside the upper chapel, a space bathed in the light filtering through 15 stained glass windows, each towering 49 feet tall. These windows depict 1,113 scenes from the Bible, offering a journey through history. This space aimed to evoke a sense of entering the Heavenly Jerusalem.

A journey through light and history

Don't forget to admire the rose window, a masterpiece of 15th-century stained glass art, crowning the eastern wall. Descend to the lower chapel, a quieter space bathed in a softer light. See the stonework, particularly the 140 sculpted capitals, each adorned with floral motifs. Take a closer look at the small "étrésillons" (interior buttresses) that distribute the weight of the upper chapel's massive vaults. The lower chapel also offers glimpses into the chapel's turbulent past. Your guide will share stories of fires, neglect, and near destruction, highlighting the resilience of this wonder.