Basilique de Saint-Denis Tours and Tickets

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Admission to the Basilica Cathedral of Saint-Denis costs €11 for adults. Free entry is offered to under-18s, residents of the European Union under 25, and disabled visitors and a companion. You can also get a combined ticket for the basilica and the Panthéon for €19, valid for three days.

The Basilica Cathedral of Saint-Denis is open to visitors from 10am Monday to Saturday, and from 12pm on Sundays. Closing times vary by season: 6.15pm from April to September, and 5.15pm from October to March. Last admission is 30 minutes before closing. It’s closed during religious services (such as on Sunday mornings) and on some major public holidays.

Yes, although there’s normally an admission fee for adults to visit the Basilica Cathedral of Saint-Denis, admission is free on the first Sunday of each month between November and March and on Heritage Day (Journées du Patrimoine) weekends, typically one weekend in September. Make the most of these free days if you happen to be in the Paris area at the time.

The Basilica Cathedral of Saint-Denis is about 6 miles (10 kilometers) north of central Paris, but it’s easy to reach by car or public transportation. If you’re driving, take the A1 north out of the city and park at the parking lot named Basilique. You can also take metro line 13 to Basilique de Saint-Denis station, which is a short walk from the basilica.

Yes, you’re allowed to take photographs for personal use at the Basilica Cathedral of Saint-Denis. The Gothic architecture and colorful stained-glass windows make great subjects for photos. Always observe any notices stating which areas might be off-limits for photography during your visit. You need permission for professional photography.