Tickets to Expiatory Chapel

Expiatory Chapel Tickets

The Expiatory Chapel stands on one of Paris's most historically significant sites - the exact location where King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette were originally buried after their execution during the French Revolution. This neoclassical memorial chapel, designed by Pierre-François-Léonard Fontaine (who also worked on the Louvre and Arc de Triomphe), combines Gothic and neoclassical architecture to create a moving tribute to the executed monarchs.

Inside, you'll find symbolic sculptures including an angel pointing skyward and Marie Antoinette in prayer, alongside a striking rose window that bathes the interior in coloured light. The chapel's black marble altar in the crypt serves as a silent witness to one of France's most turbulent periods. Your visit includes a free downloadable guide in seven languages to help you understand the historical significance and architectural details of this remarkable site.

Highlights

• Stand on the exact site where Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette were originally interred after the French Revolution
• Admire the symbolic sculptures of an angel pointing skyward and Marie Antoinette in prayer
• Marvel at the impressive rose window that illuminates the chapel's Gothic architecture
• Visit the black marble altar in the crypt, a poignant reminder of royal dignity amid turmoil
• Explore the neoclassical design by Pierre-François-Léonard Fontaine, architect of the Louvre
• Use the free multilingual guide available in French, English, Spanish, Italian, German, Dutch and Russian

Plan Your Visit to Expiatory Chapel

The Expiatory Chapel is open afternoons from 1:30pm to 6:30pm on select days. Check your ticket for the current schedule as opening days vary. Located at 29 Rue Pasquier in central Paris, the chapel is easily accessible by public transport and perfect for combining with other historical attractions in the area.

EU citizens aged 18-25 and anyone under 18 can enter free with valid ID. The chapel also offers free entry to all visitors on certain days throughout the year. Plan to spend about 45 minutes to an hour exploring the chapel and reading through the detailed guide materials.

Note that the chapel is not wheelchair accessible due to its historic structure, and only service animals are permitted inside. After exploring this moving memorial, you might want to continue your royal history tour with Sainte Chapelle tickets to see the stunning Gothic chapel built by Louis IX, or visit the Conciergerie where Marie Antoinette spent her final days before execution.