Sainte Chapelle
- Address:4 boulevard du Palais, Paris
- Hours:Mar - Nov 9:30am - 6pm Nov - Mar 9am - 5pm. Open every day except Jan 1, May 1 and Dec 25
- Admission:€ 8 for adults
8:57 PM Sunday, May 27
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The most exquisite of Paris' Gothic gems with a delicate soaring spire, Sainte Chapelle is tucked away within the walls of the Palais de Justice. The chapel consists of two areas: the simple lower chapel, once used by the servants, and the magnificent upper chapel which is illuminated by a veritable curtain of luminous 13th-century stained glass (the oldest and finest in Paris). The huge windows depict the Book of Genesis and other Old Testament stories, the Passion of Christ, history of the relics, and the Book of Revelation.
Consecrated in 1248, Sainte Chapelle was built to house what was believed to be Jesus' Crown of Thorns and other relics purchased by King Louis IX from the bankrupt empire of Byzantium. The chapel's exterior can be viewed from across the street, from the law courts' magnificently gilded 18th-century gate, which faces Rue de Lutèce. Regular evening concerts are held here.
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My train got into Paris at 2pm so this tour was at the perfect time and it was the perfect activity to do the first night in the city
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Due to limited time in Paris, this walk was ideal to cover a few of the major sights. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable and the walk was at a comfortable speed. The only thing that could have been made clearer for us was the meeting point. If meeting at the shop, the shop is in an residential area and at the end of the block. I recommend this walk if you are short of time, it has really inspired me to return to Paris and soon......
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We had a once in a lifetime experience with our tour guide, Stephanie! This trip was more than what we bargained for! During the trip, we were caught in the new French presidential win! We managed to view Paris and its monuments through the victorious Hollande party/supporters! Stephanie was such trooper and led us through the street party with flair! This trip is one of our favorite! We saw more of Paris that what we could have imagined for. Thanks guys! Highly recommended.
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Sainte Chapelle is on the Ile de la Cité in the middle of the Seine River. Nearest metro station is Cite on line 4. Access the chapel from the boulevard du Palais.
