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Sainte-Chapelle: free entry days, tickets & hours
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Sainte-Chapelle is next free on Sunday, 1 November 2026 (in 8 days).
- Free for everyone on the first Sunday of January, February, March, November and December.
- Also free: under-18s (individual visitors); 18-25s who are EU nationals or non-EU regular residents of France; a disabled person and one accompanying adult; jobseekers (France Travail or EU equivalent); and more below.
- Otherwise: individual ticket, non-EEA visitor rate — €22.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free dayFree for everyone on the first Sunday of January, February, March, November and December · 09:00–17:00 | everyone | Winter hours apply (last access 4:30pm). Time slots cannot be booked on these days, so expect queues at the Palais de Justice security check. | No |
| Free forFree for under-18s (individual visitors) | under-18s | Not for groups. Bring ID (identity card or passport) for the check at the entrance. | Yes |
| Free forFree for 18-25s who are EU nationals or non-EU regular residents of France | EU residents under 26 | Not for groups. Non-EU nationals must be regular residents of France (not any EU country). Bring ID/proof of residence. | Yes |
| Free forFree for a disabled person and one accompanying adult | visitors with disabilities (+1 companion) | Proof of disability required. Visitors with reduced mobility can use the lift to the upper chapel with staff. | No |
| Free forFree for jobseekers (France Travail or EU equivalent) | jobseekers | Proof of unemployment less than 6 months old (or showing a validity period) plus photo ID. | No |
| Free forFree for teachers with a valid French Pass Éducation | teachers | French Pass Éducation only, valid on the day. | No |
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- Free for under-18s (individual visitors): A free ticket with a time slot must be booked online, even for the youngest children.
- Free for 18-25s who are EU nationals or non-EU regular residents of France: A free ticket with a time slot must be booked online (official FAQ for under-25s).
- Free visitors (under-18s, EU 18-25s) still need a €0 ticket with a timed slot from the official CMN ticket office; the time slot gives entry within 30 minutes of the chosen time.
- On the free first Sundays (Nov-Mar) slots cannot be booked, so arrive early and expect a long security queue.
- The chapel sits inside the Palais de Justice: knives, scissors, glass bottles, aerosols, motorbike helmets, scooters and bulky bags are confiscated and there is no left-luggage.
- Free 45-minute guided tours in French run at 11am and 3pm when staff are available; book the 10:30 or 14:30 slot to catch them.
- The combined ticket's slot is for the Sainte-Chapelle only; the Conciergerie's last access is 5:15pm.
Calendar
Free days at Sainte-Chapelle
- SUN1NOVSunday, 1 November 2026 · in 8 days · 09:00–17:00
- SUN6DECSunday, 6 December 2026 · in 6 weeks · 09:00–17:00
- SUN3JANSunday, 3 January 2027 · in 2 months · 09:00–17:00
- SUN7FEBSunday, 7 February 2027 · in 4 months · 09:00–17:00
- SUN7MARSunday, 7 March 2027 · in 4 months · 09:00–17:00
- SUN7NOVSunday, 7 November 2027 · in 13 months · 09:00–17:00
5 free days for everyone in the next 12 months. Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Tickets & tours
Best-rated tickets and tours: Sainte-Chapelle
Timed-entry ticketSainte-Chapelle & Conciergerie: Entry Ticket★★★★★ 4.5 · 8.8k reviewsfrom €25
Timed-entry ticketParis: Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie Combined Tickets★★★★☆ 4.4 · 11k reviewsfrom €25
Timed-entry ticketSainte-Chapelle & Conciergerie Entry Tickets★★★★☆ 4.4 · 2.1k reviewsfrom €26
Guided tourParis: Sainte-Chapelle Entry with Notre Dame Outdoor Tour★★★★★ 4.7 · 639 reviews1.5 hoursfrom €51.20
Guided tourParis: Sainte-Chapelle Guided Tour & Reserved Entry Ticket★★★★☆ 4.4 · 182 reviews1 hourfrom €23
Guided tourParis: Notre-Dame Cathedral and Sainte-Chapelle Guided Tour★★★★★ 4.8 · 89 reviews2.5 hoursfrom €158
Ratings and prices from the booking partners; prices may change.
Official prices
Sainte-Chapelle ticket prices
| Individual ticket, non-EEA visitor rate — Since 12 January 2026 nationals and regular residents (over 4 months) of a European Economic Area country pay €16. A timed slot is required. | €22 |
| Combined Sainte-Chapelle + Conciergerie ticket (non-EEA rate) — Adds the Conciergerie next door, before or after your Sainte-Chapelle slot. EEA nationals and residents pay €23. | €30 |
| Audioguide (French, English, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese) — Paid on site. | €4 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
1 April-30 September: 9am-7pm. 1 October-31 March: 9am-5pm. Last access 30 minutes before closing. Closed 1 January, 1 May and 25 December.
10 Boulevard du Palais, 75001 Paris, France
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FAQ
Sainte-Chapelle: common questions
Is Sainte-Chapelle free?
Sainte-Chapelle is free for everyone on the first Sunday of January, February, March, November and December. Also free: under-18s (individual visitors); 18-25s who are EU nationals or non-EU regular residents of France; a disabled person and one accompanying adult; jobseekers (France Travail or EU equivalent); and more below. Otherwise the official ticket costs €22.
When is Sainte-Chapelle free?
Free for everyone on the first Sunday of January, February, March, November and December. The next free date is Sunday, 1 November 2026.
Who gets free entry to Sainte-Chapelle?
Under-18s — not for groups. Bring ID (identity card or passport) for the check at the entrance.. EU residents under 26 — not for groups. Non-EU nationals must be regular residents of France (not any EU country). Bring ID/proof of residence.. Visitors with disabilities (+1 companion) — proof of disability required. Visitors with reduced mobility can use the lift to the upper chapel with staff.. Jobseekers — proof of unemployment less than 6 months old (or showing a validity period) plus photo ID.. Teachers — french Pass Éducation only, valid on the day..
Do I need to book for free entry to Sainte-Chapelle?
A free ticket with a time slot must be booked online, even for the youngest children.
How much is a ticket to Sainte-Chapelle?
Individual ticket, non-EEA visitor rate costs €22 on the official site.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- sainte-chapelle.fr/en/visit/practical-information · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
- sainte-chapelle.fr/en/visit/frequently-asked-questions · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
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