Does the Paris Museum Pass Include the Conciergerie?
Yes — the Conciergerie is included in the Paris Museum Pass, though it requires a free timed reservation even with the pass. This former royal palace and revolutionary prison — where Marie-Antoinette was held before her execution — sits on the Île de la Cité next to Sainte-Chapelle, making the two an easy pair. Here’s what’s covered and how to visit.
What the pass covers
Your pass includes full entry to the Conciergerie, saving the roughly €13 admission. You’ll explore the vast medieval Hall of the Men-at-Arms — one of Europe’s finest surviving Gothic secular halls — and the memorial spaces telling the story of the French Revolution and the prisoners held here.
Marie-Antoinette and the Revolution
The Conciergerie’s most famous chapter is the Revolution, when it served as a prison and antechamber to the guillotine. A reconstruction of Marie-Antoinette’s cell and a commemorative chapel mark where the queen spent her final weeks. It’s a moving, atmospheric site that brings a pivotal era of French history vividly to life.
You must reserve a timed slot
The Conciergerie is among the sites that require a free timed reservation even for pass holders. Book your slot in advance through the official Centre des Monuments Nationaux website; the pass covers entry, but you still need the time slot. Reserving early also lets you line it up neatly with Sainte-Chapelle next door.
Pair it with Sainte-Chapelle
The Conciergerie and Sainte-Chapelle were part of the same former royal palace and stand side by side on the Île de la Cité, so it’s efficient to visit them together. Many people see Sainte-Chapelle first for its dazzling stained glass, then step next door to the Conciergerie — two included sites in a single, easy outing.
How long to allow
Allow around an hour for the Conciergerie at a relaxed pace, a little more if you take the digital “histopad” tablet tour (sometimes available) that reconstructs the medieval palace. Combined with Sainte-Chapelle, you can comfortably cover both in a half-day on the island.
When to go
The Conciergerie is open daily, with hours varying by season, so check before you go. Mornings and late afternoons are quietest. Its riverside setting on the Île de la Cité makes it easy to combine with a walk along the Seine and the exterior of nearby Notre-Dame.
Why it’s a strong pass pick
The Conciergerie packs medieval grandeur and revolutionary drama into one compact, central site — and with the pass it costs nothing extra to add. Paired with Sainte-Chapelle, it’s one of the best-value, most atmospheric half-days the pass offers, especially for history lovers.
Tips for your visit
- Reserve a free slot as soon as you buy your pass.
- Pair it with Sainte-Chapelle next door.
- Allow about an hour for the visit.
- Look out for the histopad tablet tour if available.
- Combine with a Seine walk and Notre-Dame’s exterior.
What else to see on the Île de la Cité
The Conciergerie sits in the heart of historic Paris, so make a day of the island. Next door is Sainte-Chapelle; a short walk away stands Notre-Dame, whose floor is free to enter and whose towers are on your pass; and the flower market, Pont Neuf and the quiet tip of the island reward a wander. It’s one of the richest, most walkable clusters the pass opens up.
Buy your Paris Museum Pass for the Conciergerie
To explore the Conciergerie’s medieval halls and revolutionary history without a separate ticket, buy your Paris Museum Pass online in advance, then reserve your free timed slot on the official site. Secure your pass and pair it with Sainte-Chapelle on the Île de la Cité.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Conciergerie included in the pass?
Yes — full entry, though a free timed reservation is required.
What will I see?
The medieval Hall of the Men-at-Arms and the Revolution-era spaces, including Marie-Antoinette’s cell.
Do I need to reserve?
Yes — book a free timed slot on the official CMN site.
Can I combine it with Sainte-Chapelle?
Yes — they’re next door on the Île de la Cité, ideal together.
How long should I spend?
About an hour, or a half-day combined with Sainte-Chapelle.
How much does it save?
Around €13, the individual admission.