The final resting place of the kings and queens of France

(free for under 18s and under 25 EU nationals)

the recumbent statues of the Basilica of Saint-Denis

Why visit the Basilica of Saint-Denis

  • It is a jewel of Gothic art, an absolutely magnificent monument with an exciting history
  • Since Notre Dame is closed to the public, it is the closest Gothic cathedral near Paris
  • The stained glass windows and sculptures are extraordinary
  • You’ll discover the final resting place of 43 kings, 32 queens and 10 servants of the monarchy, including Marie Antoinette
  • There are very few people so it’s nice to walk around
  • It is very easy to access: the basilica is located a 2-minute walk from the metro (line 13, Basilique de Saint-Denis station)
  • In winter, cover up well, it’s chilly

Good deal, save by buying 2 attractions at the same time


A bit of history

  • It is to the north of Paris that the Basilica of Saint-Denis is located, a magnificent building, the 1st founding work of Gothic art of the twelfth century
  • It is a former royal abbey built on the tomb of Saint-Denis which houses the burials (from the twelfth to the sixteenth century) of 43 kings, 32 queens and 10 servants of the Kingdom. It houses 70 sculpted tombs
  • Stroll through the basilica, admire the stained glass windows, and stroll through the beautiful ambulatory
  • Take the audio guide, because the history of the Basilica is rich and exciting

The guided tour “The jewels of Saint-Denis” (with 8-14 year olds)

  • Children discover the mysteries of Gothic art. We explain to them how technically we were able to build so high and with such delicacy.
  • Theribbed vaults, flying buttresses and stained glass windows will no longer hold any secrets for them!
  • The guided tour is also an opportunity to recall the history of France and its great kings and queens
  • it is a fun and exciting guided tour in the company of Saint-Denis, Dagobert, Saint-Louis, Catherine de Medici, Henri IV, Louis XVII…
  • This visit is regularly scheduled. It can also be privatized.

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