Chateau de Vincennes Tickets, Paris Castle Entry

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Paris, France

Non-refundable

This ticket cannot be cancelled and is non-refundable

About this tour

Chateau de Vincennes is one of the largest surviving royal castles in France, sitting just east of central Paris at the end of Metro Line 1. Your ticket covers the whole monument, including the towering medieval keep with its royal apartments and rooftop views, and the Gothic Sainte-Chapelle with its tall stained glass. All temporary exhibitions are included too. It makes an easy half-day trip from the city, and most visitors spend two to three hours walking the keep, chapel, and fortified grounds.

Highlights

Climb the 52-metre medieval keep, Europe's tallest fortified tower and the spot where England's Henry V died in 1422
Reach the castle easily on Metro Line 1 (Chateau de Vincennes stop), the simplest of the royal chateaux to get to
Ticket includes the full monument and every temporary exhibition, crossing the old moat by the drawbridge to get in
See the Sainte-Chapelle, begun under Charles V in the late 14th century, echoing the Gothic chapel on Paris's Ile de la Cite
Walk the grounds where the Marquis de Sade and Diderot were once held, when the keep served as a state prison
Take in the 17th-century royal pavilions added under Louis XIV, who spent part of his early reign here before Versailles

Places You Will Visit

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Chateau de Vincennes adult entry ticket

Good to Know Before You Visit

Your ticket covers the full monument, and most people start with the keep, or donjon, a fortified 14th-century tower rising about 50 metres. You climb through several floors of royal apartments, a private chapel, and old administrative rooms, with panoramic views over the grounds at the top. From there it's a short walk to the Sainte-Chapelle, the Gothic chapel with its tall windows and stained glass, and across the courtyard to the King's and Queen's pavilions. The fortified walls, towers, and gatehouses are free to wander, and the former prison cells inside the keep speak to the castle's later life as a state prison.

The chateau sits at the end of Metro Line 1 (Chateau de Vincennes stop), a 5 to 10 minute walk from the entrance; the RER A to Vincennes station and several bus lines also serve the area. Hours run daily and shift by season, roughly 10:00 to 18:00 in summer and 10:00 to 17:00 the rest of the year, with last entry 30 to 45 minutes before closing and closures on a few public holidays, so check the official site before you go. There's no dress code, but wear comfortable shoes for the cobblestones and the stairs up the keep, and dress for the weather since much of the visit is outdoors. Food options on site are limited, so it's worth bringing water, and the adjacent Bois de Vincennes park is free if you want to stretch the outing longer.

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Local time 7:11 AM, UTC+02:00

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Last updated: Oct 23, 2026

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FAQs

What is the main highlight of the Chateau de Vincennes?

The keep, or donjon, is the standout: a 14th-century fortified tower you can climb through royal apartments to rooftop views over the grounds.

Is the Chateau de Vincennes easy to reach from Paris?

Yes. Metro Line 1 ends at the Chateau de Vincennes stop, a 5 to 10 minute walk from the entrance, and the RER A to Vincennes station works too.

How long should I plan for a visit?

Most visitors spend two to three hours covering the keep, the Sainte-Chapelle, and the fortified grounds. Add more time if you continue into the Bois de Vincennes park.

Are there guided tours at the Chateau de Vincennes?

The castle itself offers guided tours and audio guides on site, but this listing is an entry ticket only, so you explore at your own pace.

Can I bring food and drinks into the castle?

Food options on site are limited, so bringing water is a good idea. Eating and drinking is generally not allowed inside the historical buildings.

Is the Chateau de Vincennes good for children?

Yes. The scale of the keep, the drawbridge and moat, and the fortified walls tend to keep kids engaged, and it's a solid history outing for families.

What history does the Chateau de Vincennes represent?

It covers centuries of French history, serving as a royal residence and seat of government, then a state prison and arsenal, with layered medieval and 17th-century architecture.

Is the site accessible for visitors with reduced mobility?

Ground levels and the main courtyard are reachable, but the upper floors of the keep and the Sainte-Chapelle involve stairs and are not fully accessible.

What makes the architecture at Chateau de Vincennes unusual?

It combines a 14th-century medieval fortress with 17th-century classical pavilions added under Louis XIV. Most castles show one era, but here several periods sit layered together.

How does the Sainte-Chapelle de Vincennes compare to the one in central Paris?

Begun under Charles V in the late 14th century and finished in the 16th, it deliberately echoes the Gothic chapel on the Ile de la Cite, with tall windows and fine stained glass.

Can I combine the castle with the Bois de Vincennes?

Yes. The adjacent Bois de Vincennes is a large park with lakes and walking paths, free to enter, and it pairs well with the castle if you want a longer outing.