Sainte Chapelle

Very beautiful. The chapel features 13th-century stained glass, with 15 towering windows that depict over 1,100 biblical scenes. At first, I thought, “Great, another church… okay, let’s go.” But once inside, it completely took me by surprise. It’s truly a mesmerizing kaleidoscope of color—light pours through the stained glass and transforms the space into a vivid, ever-shifting tapestry. Tip: Buy tickets ahead of time. We didn’t, and ended up waiting about 45 minutes in line. You will need to go thru a police bag check to get into the general area and there will also be a scan while getting into the building.
Ryan Jack - 3 weeks ago

This church is truly a hidden gem that leaves visitors amazed. The chapel’s stunning stained glass windows are its main attraction, showcasing vibrant colors and intricate medieval designs that create a magical atmosphere inside. Even though it’s a relatively small space, the history and artistry packed into it make it a must-visit for anyone interested in architecture or Parisian history. I'm using Paris Museum Pass, it allows me to skip the long ticket lines, however, even if you book in advance, you have to wait in the specific line assigned to your booked time, you can’t enter directly. Also, early access is not possible, they follow your reservation time strictly. Remember to make a reservation online in advance. This helps secure entry at a preferred time and avoids the stress of waiting in crowds, which can get quite busy, especially during peak tourist seasons. The chapel is located on Île de la Cité, near other famous landmarks like Notre-Dame, making it easy to include in a day of sightseeing. The visit doesn’t take long, usually under an hour, but it leaves a lasting impression thanks to the breathtaking stained glass that tells stories from centuries ago. Overall, Sainte-Chapelle is a fantastic stop for travelers. I enjoyed a smooth and memorable experience exploring one of the city’s most beautiful and historic sites.
Ivan Tan - a month ago

This is going to be a controversial review. I may lose followers over it. We wasted 60+ euros and 30 minutes going here. And yes, it was a bright sunny day with light coming in. If you enjoy looking at a 900-year-old church crammed with obnoxious American tourists and assorted other folks, this is your place. Repeated requests for silence are essentially ignored. Stained glasses beautiful, but they don’t do the doctored photos justice. Honestly, looking at the photos and meditating would be a much better spiritual experience and probably a better touristic experience to boot. So this is just my not very humble opinion, but I wouldn’t go running back here. I wouldn’t go walking back here. I wouldn’t take the bus back here. I wouldn’t even take a chauffeured limousine here together with a VIP tour. Go look at the beautiful pictures other people have taken and find something better to do. After all, it’s Paris.
David Stejkowski - a week ago

I'm not a church fanatic, but you have to see this one. The stained glass windows in the upper floor are world-class! It's really unbelievably beautiful when the sun reflects in the glass. There are smaller shops downstairs, and a very nice tour up the small stairs upstairs, which is very cool. I recommend a visit, also visit in the afternoon, because you have to wait outside to enter, in the afternoon you will wait in the shade, also buy tickets in advance.
El Barto - 3 weeks ago

we had overestimated the place. so many good reviews made us want to go there. there is nothing on the outside. The second floor has beautiful glasses that they had maintained since ages but we did not feel the ticket price was worth it. Paris is beautiful so many churches and cathedrals, I would skip it if you have a short trip. we bought our ticket in advance.
Babins Shrestha - 3 weeks ago