Turbopass Paris is anchored by the official Paris Museum Pass, which has been operating since 1988, lending the Turbopass a more credible backbone than any other typical reseller bundle.
What is the Turbopass Paris City Pass?
The Turbopass Paris City Pass is a multi-attraction sightseeing pass that serves as an entry ticket to the top sights on your bucket list. It makes for a convenient travel pass as one booking can cover a museum-heavy itinerary and also include extras like a Seine cruise and a 24-hour Hop-on Hop-off bus tour. Included highlights are the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, Sainte-Chapelle, Arc de Triomphe, Panthéon, and Versailles. Get this pass today and make the most of your Parisian adventure!
Why should you buy the Turbopass Paris Pass?
Backed by Paris’s official museum network
You get to pick your duration
Choose a 2, 4, or 6-day Turbopass and use it across museums, monuments, and offbeat attractions. It is both flexible enough for a long weekend and immersive, culture-heavy stay.
More than museum entry
Turbopass Paris includes a 3-hour guided bike tour, Hop-on Hop-off tours, cruises & more, so it isn't restricted simply to top museums and monuments.
Best for planners with packed days
The pass is an ideal fit for first-timers, museum-maximizers, and mixed-stamina groups planning 2–4 busy days, especially if you’ll pre-book key slots instead of relying on spontaneous adventures.
Turbopass Paris: An overview
Pass type: Day-based
Savings: Up to 45%
Pass overview:
- Best for a tightly-packed bucket lists that includes the Louvre, an Eiffel Tower guided visit, a Seine river cruise, and a 24-hour Hop-on Hop-off bus, among other sights.
- You can also access Montparnasse Tower and a Paris highlights bike tour.
- Ideal if you want to visit famous sights, and not just set off on a multi-day museum sprint.
Who will love this pass:
- Budget travelers who want to see more, but spend less.
- First-timers with a tight schedule who want to see all the top hits.
- Travelers who like taking their time to explore major landmarks as well as offbeat activities.
Pass validity and usage:
- Valid for 1/2/3/4 consecutive days from first attraction use.
- Digital pass activates at first scan, and each attraction can be visited only once.
- Use the Turbopass booking app to check pre-booking rules and show your pass on your phone.
Recommended ticket: Turbopass Paris Essentials City Pass
What does the Turbopass Paris Pass include?
Museums & cultural experiences
- Louvre Museum – Discover royal corridors, colossal staircases, and world-famous masterpieces before meeting the Mona Lisa inside Paris’s most coveted museum stop.
- Musée d’Orsay – Wander former railway platforms turned gallery halls, then stand before Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas in a museum as grand as its collection.
- Musée de l’Orangerie – Discover Monet’s Water Lilies unfurl across curved oval rooms, then linger with Renoir, Cézanne, and Matisse in a jewel-box Tuileries museum.
- Rodin Museum – Stroll through sculpture-dotted gardens, come face-to-face with The Thinker, and step through an elegant mansion where Rodin’s bronzes and marbles command quiet attention.
Attractions & landmarks
- Eiffel Tower Second Floor Guided Tour – Climb Paris’s most famous monument and ride up with a guide.
- Palace of Versailles – Journey through gilded state apartments and vast royal courtyards, passing the lives of medieval French nobility.
- Arc de Triomphe – Climb to the rooftop terrace for a view of the twelve grand avenues.
- Sainte-Chapelle – Step into a chapel of jewel-toned stained glass reflections.
Cruises, bus tours & city views
- Seine River Cruise – Glide past Paris’s iconic landmarks on a scenic river cruise.
- 24-hour Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour – Enjoy an open-top loop showcasing Paris’s biggest sights.
- Montparnasse Tower Observation Deck – Soar above the city and soak up the 360-degree view.
- Ballon de Paris Generali – Rise in a tethered balloon for panoramic views.
Guided tours & unique experiences
- Notre-Dame Exterior Guided Tour – Discover the Gothic landmark with expert insights.
- 3-hour Paris Highlights Bike Tour – Pedal past iconic sights with local commentary.
- Palace of Versailles Guided Tour – Dive into a world of royal scandals and grandeur.
- Louis Vuitton Foundation Guided Tour – Experience contemporary art in a striking venue.
How to use a Turbopass Paris Card
Step 1: Choose your City Card
Pick the pass that best fits your needs! Make sure you choose a duration that best fits your budget and travel needs.
Step 2: Book your tickets
Purchase your City Card easily using PayPal, a credit/debit card, or iDEAL.
Step 3: Check your email
Receive your ticket instantly in your inbox. Be sure to check the spam and junk folders.
Step 4: Download the operator's app
Download the operator's app on your phone and follow the activation instructions.
Step 5: Start exploring!
Present your activated pass at attractions to gain entry and enjoy your sightseeing!
Frequently asked questions about the Turbopass Paris Essentials Pass
Yes. You use a digital pass rather than a physical card. After booking, you’ll receive an email with access details for the Turbopass City Explorer app. The app stores your pass, lets you check inclusions, and helps you manage reservations.
Yes. The app includes audio narration along with itineraries, tips, and attraction details, so it works as more than a ticket wallet. Download it before you arrive, because the setup is easier and speedier with stable internet and time to log in.
Sometimes, yes. Some included attractions and guided experiences need advance booking even when entry is covered, so check the app and each attraction’s official instructions early. Assuming everything is walk-up ready is one of the easiest mistakes you can make when traveling to Paris.
No. It may save you from buying separate tickets, but it does not erase security checks, supplier check-ins, or timed-entry controls. At busy places, the real bottleneck is often security, and the pass cannot bypass that.
No. You can visit each included attraction only once during your pass's validity period. If you want to return to the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, or another included site, you’ll need to buy a separate ticket.
No. The pass can include a Hop-on Hop-off sightseeing bus, but that is not the same as access to Paris public transport. Access to the metro, RER, and regular city buses are not covered by the pass, so plan to pay for those by other means.
If a venue closes or changes hours, you can usually switch to other included attractions, but closures can still reduce your overall value. In this case, you can try to book slots for the same attraction at a different time within your pass's validity period.
No, not after first use. Once you’ve activated the pass by using it, you cannot expect a refund. You can, however, get a full refund if you cancel 24 hours before the experience start time.
