Skip the Line Ticket to Basilica of Saint Denis
Skip your way past the long ticketing lines and discover the royal abbey of Saint-Denis which defined the Gothic style of architecture.
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- Witness the transition from the Romanesque to the Gothic style at the Basilica of Saint-Denis which is a defining structure of the Gothic period
- With skip the line access, you can save up on precious time by gaining direct entry into the Basilica
- Observe the genius of Abbot Suger who turned the church into an architectural marvel with stained glass windows, flying buttresses, rib vaulted ceilings, and pointed arches
- Discover the final resting place of the kings and queens of France, including the ill-fated Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette who were beheaded during the French Revolution
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- Skip the line entry ticket to Basilica of Saint-Denis
- Free leaflet in 12 languages
- Tour group of 30 or less
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- Tour Guide/ Audioguide
- Transfers
strict cancellation policy
These tickets cannot be canceled, amended, or rescheduled.
your experience
Abbot Suger, a masterful patron was driven by one burning ambition - to rebuild Saint-Denis, the Royal Abbey where influential Kings and Queens of France were buried. Nowhere else is the potency of divine energy more evident than in the Basilica of Saint-Denis, which radiates an aura of stateliness. Featuring structural and stylistic techniques, and the monumental tombs of 43 French kings, 32 French queens, and 10 royal servants, the Basilica is a major and founding work of Gothic architecture. In fact, it was the first religious structure to place importance on light, setting medieval architecture on a new course that would go on to define Europe in the later Middle Ages.
The Basilica of Saint-Denis offers a treat to anyone who wishes to immerse themselves in architecture and history. With skip the line entry, you can spend quality time exploring the royal necropolis of Saint-Denis. Pick up on the history of the place through the leaflets provided to you on entry. Walk among the remains of early French royals, see over 70 statues and monumental tombs from the Renaissance period, observe the careful and brilliant transition from late Romanesque to Gothic style, and marvel at the biggest collection of funerary sculpture from the 12th to the 16th centuries.
know before you go
COVID Information
- The monument is open and welcomes you in complete safety1
- Limited number of visitors
- Adapted visit circuit
- Each visitor is invited to respect the safety instructions indicated upon entering the monument
- Wearing a face mask is compulsory in the monument
- Hydroalcoholic gel will be at your disposal at the reception of the monument before your visit
- Reminder of barrier gestures
Important Information
- Note that the Basilica is both a museum and a church. For this reason, very occasionally, due to funerals or exceptional masses, the tour may be canceled or postponed
- From October to April, it can get chilly inside the monument and so we advise visitors to dress warmly
- Number of Steps: Nine steps to enter the royal necropolis, 15 steps to enter the crypt, and 15 steps to enter the upper choir
- No dogs are allowed except for guide dogs for visually-impaired visitors
- Luggage is not allowed
Timings
1 Apr to 30 Sep
- Mon to Sat from 10am to 6:15pm
- Sun from 12pm to 6:15pm
1 Oct to 31 Mar
- Mon to Sat from 10am to 5:15pm
- Sun from 12pm to 5:15pm
Note
- The last admission is 30 mins before closing time.
- Closed on 1 Jan, 1 May, 25 Dec, and during certain religious services.
- Closes at 4pm on 24 and 31 Dec.
- Free entry on the first Sunday of a few months including 1 Jan, 6 Feb, 6 Mar, 6 Nov, and 4 Dec.
Duration
1 hr
Leaflet Languages
French, English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Polish, Czech and Dutch
Discounted Tickets
Tickets are free for visitors under 18 (or under 26 residing in the EU), as well as differently-abled people + an accompanying person.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly. Please display the voucher on your mobile phone along with a valid photo ID at the ticket redemption point.
- If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid student IDs.
- Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays
Ticket Redemption Point
- Your ticket redemption point is - Basilique Cathédrale de Saint-Denis.
- Address: 1, Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, 93200, Paris.
Get Directions to the Redemption Point
Getting There
- By Subway: Line 13, station Basilique de Saint-Denis (without elevator).
- By Car: Around 9 km from the center of Paris: Porte de la Chapelle, then A1, exit "Saint-Denis center Ville".
Validity
These tickets are open-dated. Enter anytime within the operating hours.