Do I have to go through security twice with the Sainte-Chapelle combo ticket?

Yes. Even though the Conciergerie and Sainte-Chapelle are part of the same Palais de la Cité complex, they have separate entrances. You will need to pass through a mandatory security check at each monument.

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Conciergerie: which ticket to pick

Your ticket choice depends on your daily plans: you can simply explore the Conciergerie with an interactive tablet, combine your visit with the neighboring Sainte-Chapelle, or get a museum pass for extensive sightseeing in Paris.

Prices verified: 19 June 2026High season

Our recommendation

For a quick, self-guided introduction to the prison's history, the basic ticket with HistoPad is perfect. If you want to see more, choose the Sainte-Chapelle combo or an Île de la Cité walking tour.

History immersionThe interactive HistoPad tablet allows you to see 3D reconstructions of cells from the French Revolution.
Conciergerie Entrance Ticket with HistoPad
Perfect comboSainte-Chapelle is in the adjacent building, and visiting both attractions together saves time.
Combined Ticket: Conciergerie and Sainte-Chapelle
Guided city walkThe guide will explain the history of the entire Île de la Cité before you enter the Conciergerie.
Île de la Cité and Conciergerie Walking Tour
Maximum museumsThe pass pays off if you plan to visit more than 3-4 major Paris museums over a few days.
Paris Museum Pass

Official price and partners

The official base ticket is €13. Partner tickets may include a booking fee but often offer flexible cancellation. Note that the official Sainte-Chapelle combo ticket has dual pricing: €30 for non-EEA residents and €23 for EEA residents.

Entrance tip

The entrance is located along the Quai de l'Horloge. A security check is mandatory for all visitors, so expect a queue even with advance skip-the-line tickets.

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Conciergerie Entrance Ticket with HistoPad

Tiqets

from €13Mobile ticket

Best for: Quick visit

HistoPad tablet
Sainte-Chapelle access
Live guide
Île de la Cité tour
Access to other museums

Book via Tiqets

Combined Ticket: Conciergerie and Sainte-Chapelle

GetYourGuide

from €30Free cancellation

Best for: Architecture lovers

HistoPad tablet
Sainte-Chapelle access
Live guide
Île de la Cité tour
Access to other museums

Book via GetYourGuide

Île de la Cité and Conciergerie Walking Tour

Civitatis

from €55Free cancellation

Best for: Deep dive

HistoPad tablet
Sainte-Chapelle access
Live guide
Île de la Cité tour
Access to other museums

Book via Civitatis

Paris Museum Pass

Viator

Reserve now, pay later

Best for: Active tourists

HistoPad tablet
Sainte-Chapelle access
Live guide
Île de la Cité tour
Access to other museums

Book via Viator

Choose by your situation

Quick visit only to the former prison: Entry ticket with HistoPad
Want to see famous stained glass: Sainte-Chapelle combo ticket
Deep dive into Île de la Cité history: Guided tour
Visit with school-aged children: Entry ticket with HistoPad
Planning to visit Louvre and Orsay on the same days: Paris Museum Pass

What is often not included

Even with a skip-the-line ticket or museum pass, you still have to wait in the general security check line.
With a Sainte-Chapelle combo ticket, you may need to book an exact time slot for each attraction separately.
The Paris Museum Pass is activated upon first use and runs for consecutive hours (48, 72, or 96), not calendar days.

Discounts and free entry

Admission is free for anyone under 18 and EU/EEA residents under 26 with valid ID. However, eligible visitors must still book a free timed-entry ticket on the official website in advance to guarantee access.

Frequently asked questions

Do I have to go through security twice with the Sainte-Chapelle combo ticket?
Yes. Even though the Conciergerie and Sainte-Chapelle are part of the same Palais de la Cité complex, they have separate entrances. You will need to pass through a mandatory security check at each monument.

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Our pickConciergerie Entrance Ticket with HistoPadfrom €13