Paris: Panthéon Admission Ticket
La Sorbonne, Paris
Explore the Panthéon, the temple dedicated to the memory of the men and women who have marked French history since the time of the French Revolution. Spend a fascinating hour on a self-guided tour.
Panthéon Self-Guided Tour in Paris
Explore the Panthéon in Paris at your own pace with a self-guided tour, ideal for history and architecture enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Self-guided tour of the Panthéon, designed by architect Jacques-Germain Soufflot
- Visit the monument at your own pace
- See the final resting place of over 70 notable French historical figures
Description
The Panthéon, originally designed as a royal church by Soufflot (1713–1780), now serves as the burial site for prominent French personalities from the French Revolution and beyond. The monument features a major exhibition on Soufflot’s career, highlighting his contribution to French architecture, including the Church of Sainte-Geneviève, now the Panthéon.
Commissioned by Louis XV to glorify the monarchy, the building was deconsecrated in 1791 during the French Revolution and redefined as a national mausoleum. Throughout the 19th century, it shifted between a religious site and a patriotic symbol.
Since Victor Hugo’s death in 1885, the Panthéon has been the final resting place for French writers, scientists, generals, clergymen, and politicians. The crypt contains tombs of over 70 distinguished figures such as Voltaire, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Émile Zola, Alexandre Dumas, and Pierre and Marie Curie.
From the restored upper floors, open from April to October, visitors can enjoy elevated views across Paris.
Includes
- Self-guided tour
- Information booklet (available online or at the entrance)
- Guided tour available every afternoon (subject to availability)
- Admission ticket valid for any date and time
Excludes
- Audio guide (€4 payable at the monument; available in French, English, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese, and Russian)
- Live guide
Important Information
- Free entry for visitors under 18 and EU citizens under 26 with valid photo ID, acquired at the ticket desk before monument entry
- Free entrance on the first Sundays of January, February, March, November, December, and during European Heritage Days (third weekend of September)
- Last admission is 45 minutes before closing
- Closed on January 1, May 1, June 5 (opening at 12:00 PM), and December 25
- Exterior ramp access for disabled visitors provides access to part of the nave
Cancellation Policy
This activity is non-refundable.
For the best experience, visit between April and October to access the upper floors' views. Bring a photo ID if eligible for free entry and consider booking in advance for guided tours.
