A Gothic masterpiece known for its stunning stained glass windows, Sainte-Chapelle was built to house relics of Christ’s Passion.
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The Conciergerie has undergone one of Paris’ notable transformations, from a palace to a royal prison, during the French Revolution. Through the 14th century, it remained a place of detention, with its most famous prisoner being Marie Antoinette.
The Conciergerie is a stunning example of Gothic architecture featuring imposing towers, soaring arches, and intricate stone carvings. On the inside, the impressive vaulted ceilings and ornate carvings make it just as impressive as the exterior.
Step into the prison cell where Marie Antoinette spent the last ten weeks of her life before she was executed. To honor her memory, King Louis XVIII built an expatriate chapel on the site of her former cell.
The Conciergerie houses exhibits that bring its history to life, from artifacts of the Revolution to detailed reconstructions. These displays offer a vivid glimpse into the lives of prisoners and the workings of the revolutionary justice system.
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To make the most of your visit, request a HistoPad tablet at the entrance, which will reconstruct each space to what it was in the past and even give a detailed history of the space.
Considered Europe’s largest medieval hall (1785 m2), the Hall of Soldiers has soaring vaulted ceilings and robust columns, a classic feature of Gothic architecture. Built under the rule of King Philippe IV, this was where soldiers met, ate, slept, and stored their weapons and firewood.
One of the prison’s most famous prisoners, Marie Antoinette spent the last 10 weeks of her life ‘secretly’ in a prison cell before she was tried and publicly beheaded by guillotine. Although reconstructed, the cell exhibit allows visitors to feel the gravity of her final days.
Historically used by the palace guards overseeing the prison, the Guard Room today is an exhibition space, displaying fascinating artifacts from the revolutionary era. The exhibits intend to shed light on the daily operations and security measures undertaken by the Conciergerie.
After the fire of 1776 destroyed the palace’s medieval chapel, the Girodin’s Chapel was built, to commemorate the Girondin deputies who perished during the Revolution. It gets its name from a Revolutionary group called the Girodins who were given a "last supper" of sorts here before being executed the next day.
The Women's Courtyard, an open-air area where female prisoners spent their days, offers a glimpse into their daily routines. This space starkly contrasts with the dark cells and highlights the everyday experiences (washing clothes, walking, and eating outside) of women incarcerated during the Revolution.
Built around 1353, the kitchens included two superimposed rooms: the king's kitchens on the upper floor and the common kitchens on the ground floor, where meals were prepared for the royals, the guards, and the prisoners. It features four large fireplaces, two windows, and a selection of cooking equipment.
This passageway links the various prison cells, revealing the stark differences in inmate accommodations, from communal rooms to solitary confinement while illustrating the harsh realities of prison life during the Revolution.
This space was a court instituted during the French Revolution for the trial of political offenders, at a time when justice was swift and often harsh. This room is rich with stories of infamous trials, offering a gripping glimpse into the legal chaos and fear that characterized this period.
Address: 2 Bd du Palais, 75001 Paris, France
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A Gothic masterpiece known for its stunning stained glass windows, Sainte-Chapelle was built to house relics of Christ’s Passion.
It typically takes about 1 to 1.5 hours to explore the Conciergerie thoroughly.
Access is free to visitors under the following conditions:
- Under 18 years old
- 18-25 years old (EU nationals and non-European legal residents in France)
- Disabled person and their companion
- Job seekers (upon presentation of a certificate of less than 6 months)
- Education pass (valid)
- The first Sunday of January, February, March and November
The Conciergerie tickets cannot be canceled. However, most tickets can be rescheduled. Remember to check the specific terms before you make your reservation.
Today, the Conciergerie is a museum and a historical site, showcasing exhibits about its history and the French Revolution.