Chateau de Vincennes Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket

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Paris, France

Non-refundable

This ticket cannot be cancelled and is non-refundable

About this tour

This admission ticket gets you into Chateau de Vincennes, a royal fortress just east of Paris that French kings called home for centuries before Versailles. You'll cross the moat by drawbridge and have the run of the grounds, including the 52-metre keep, the tallest fortified tower in Europe. Your ticket covers the castle and all temporary exhibitions, and the priority entrance means less time in line. It's an easy half-day trip, with its own Metro stop at the end of Line 1.

Guide Languages

French

Highlights

Climb the 52-metre keep, Europe's tallest medieval fortified tower and the spot where England's Henry V died
Reach the castle easily by Metro: its own stop sits at the end of Line 1, the simplest of the royal chateaux to get to
Entry covers the chateau and every temporary exhibition, with the moat crossed by drawbridge
See the Sainte-Chapelle de Vincennes, begun under Charles V in the late 1300s, with the tall windows and stained glass of Paris's famous Gothic chapels
Walk a site that layers a 14th-century fortress with the classical royal pavilions Louis XIV added in the 1600s, rare for a single castle

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Included / Excluded

Entry to Chateau de Vincennes
Guided tour in French (limited capacity, available on site)

Good to Know Before You Visit

Plan on two to three hours to cover Chateau de Vincennes properly. Your visit centers on the keep, or donjon, which you climb floor by floor past the royal apartments, a private chapel, and the old administrative rooms, finishing with wide views from the top. The keep also held prison cells over the years, which is a sober counterpoint to the grandeur. Nearby, the Flamboyant Gothic Sainte-Chapelle is worth the stop for its stained glass, and the open courtyard frames the King's and Queen's Pavilions. You can walk the fortified walls and poke around the towers and gatehouses at your own pace, with information panels along the way filling in the history.

Hours run daily and shift with the season: roughly 10:00 to 18:00 from mid-May to mid-September, and 10:00 to 17:00 the rest of the year, with last entry 30 to 45 minutes before closing. The castle is closed on a few public holidays, including January 1st, May 1st, and December 25th, so it's worth confirming the official hours for your date. There's no dress code, but wear comfortable shoes for the cobblestones and stairs, and dress for the weather since much of the visit is outdoors. Getting there is simple: take Metro Line 1 to its final stop, 'Chateau de Vincennes', then walk about 5 to 10 minutes, or take RER A to Vincennes. Food options inside are limited, so eat beforehand or bring water.

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Local time 5:44 AM, UTC+02:00

Available Days / Times

Monday : All day
Tuesday : All day
Wednesday : All day
Thursday : All day
Friday : All day
Saturday : All day
Sunday : All day

Last updated: Oct 23, 2026

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FAQs

What is the main highlight of Chateau de Vincennes?

The keep, or donjon, is the standout: a 14th-century fortified tower you can climb floor by floor, ending with wide views from the top.

Is Chateau de Vincennes easy to reach from Paris?

Yes. Metro Line 1 ends at a stop called 'Chateau de Vincennes', about a 5 to 10 minute walk from the entrance. RER A to Vincennes also works.

How long should I plan for a visit?

Most people spend two to three hours covering the keep, the Sainte-Chapelle, and the castle grounds.

Does this ticket include access to temporary exhibitions?

Yes. Your entry covers the chateau and all temporary exhibitions on at the time of your visit.

Can I cancel this ticket?

Check the cancellation terms shown at booking before you confirm, as policies can vary by date and availability.

Is the castle suitable for children?

Yes. The scale of the fortress and the climb up the keep tend to hold kids' attention, making it a good outing for families.

What history does Chateau de Vincennes cover?

Centuries of it: a medieval royal residence and seat of government, later a state prison that held figures like the Marquis de Sade and Diderot, and a military stronghold into the modern era.

Is the castle accessible for visitors with reduced mobility?

Parts of the site, including the main courtyard and some ground levels, are accessible, but the keep and Sainte-Chapelle involve stairs and may not be fully accessible.

Why is the keep at Chateau de Vincennes so significant?

At around 50 metres, the 14th-century donjon is among the tallest medieval keeps in Europe, and it served kings as residence, seat of government, and later as a prison.

What is the Sainte-Chapelle de Vincennes?

It's the castle's Gothic chapel, begun under Charles V in the late 14th century and finished in the 16th. It echoes the Sainte-Chapelle in central Paris, with tall windows and fine stained glass.

What makes the architecture here unusual?

The site layers a medieval fortress with 17th-century classical pavilions added under Louis XIV. Most castles show a single period, while Vincennes puts several side by side.

Is there anything to do near the castle?

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