Basilique du Sacré-Coeur Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Basilique du Sacré-Coeur. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

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Visiting the Basilique du Sacré-Coeur is free: no ticket is required to enter the basilica and explore the interior. If you want to climb the dome for panoramic views across Paris, tickets cost €8 for adults and €5 for children under 15, with group rates available at €6. The Basilique du Sacré-Coeur features on tons of Paris sightseeing tour itineraries, making it easy to combine with the city’s many other highlights.

Yes, the Basilique du Sacré-Coeur is absolutely worth visiting. Sitting at the summit of Montmartre, this looming white basilica offers city views from its steps and stunning mosaics inside—and entry is free. Book a guided Montmartre tour and a knowledgeable guide will provide context on the Sacré-Coeur and the artistic neighborhood's hidden corners.

Per one customer who booked the Montmartre Hill French Gourmet Food and Wine Tasting Walking Tour, "Pierre was a wonderful tour guide. He had so much insight to share about Montmartre. It was clear that he took a lot of pride in "his neighborhood." He chose each food stop carefully and was good to explain why. We got to experience the true nature of the neighborhood, support its local food artisans and learn about its rich history. I highly recommend this tour! Thank you, Pierre, for immersing us in Montmartre for the afternoon. It was a pleasure!"

Sacré-Coeur Basilica is one of Paris’ most recognizable (and most-visited) religious landmarks. Located in the 18th arrondissement in the north of the city, in Paris’ bohemian (and hilly) Montmartre neighborhood, it can be seen from far and wide. And in turn, it offers some of the best panoramic views of Paris.

Although Sacré-Coeur feels like it’s been part of Paris forever, it’s a relatively new addition to the city. Built in 1875 following the devastation of the Franco-Prussian War, the basilica was completed in 1914 and finally consecrated in 1919, after the end of World War I.

To get to Sacré-Coeur Basilica via public transportation, take Métro line 2 to Anvers station, located at the base of Montmartre hill. While you can climb up to the basilica, the more straightforward route is to take the funicular to the top with a basic Métro ticket.

No, Sacré-Coeur is free for all to visit, and you do not need to book tickets to head inside (though you may need to wait in line, depending on how crowded it is). However, you do need to pay to access its dome, which offers pristine 360-degree views of Paris.

Yes, there is a dress code at Sacré-Coeur. As it’s an active church with at least four services daily, visitors are asked to dress respectfully, with their knees and shoulders covered. Additionally, visitors should remain silent, avoid talking on the phone, and refrain from taking photos in the nave to respect worshipers.

Yes. Sacré-Coeur is open daily from early morning until late evening. To avoid the worst crowds, it’s recommended to visit early in the day. Weekends, holidays, and the summer months are also likely to be very crowded, and sunset can be an especially busy time to visit.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting the Basilique du Sacré-Coeur. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Paris:

• Eiffel Tower

• Louvre Museum

• Notre-Dame Cathedral

• River Seine

• Musée d'Orsay

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