Panthéon Paris: Skip-the-Line Admission Ticket

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Paris, France

Non-refundable

This ticket cannot be cancelled and is non-refundable

About this tour

Skip the ticket line and head straight into the Panthéon, the neoclassical landmark atop the Latin Quarter's Sainte-Geneviève hill. Upstairs, the soaring nave holds a replica of Foucault's pendulum, the swinging weight that first proved the Earth's rotation back in 1851. Downstairs, the crypt holds the tombs of Voltaire, Rousseau, Victor Hugo, Marie Curie, and other figures who shaped France. Most visitors spend 30 minutes to an hour and a half exploring at their own pace.

Highlights

Walk through a vast neoclassical monument modeled on ancient Rome and topped by an enormous dome.
See the crypt tombs of Voltaire, Rousseau, Victor Hugo, Alexandre Dumas, and Marie Curie.
Watch Foucault's pendulum swing beneath the central dome, a live demonstration of the Earth's rotation.
Explore the crypt, where France honors the figures who shaped its history and culture.
Climb to the dome level for a lesser-known panorama over Paris, when it's open.
Begun under Louis XV as a church to Saint Geneviève, then turned into a national mausoleum during the Revolution.
The curved interior produces a whispering-gallery effect, carrying soft sounds across the hall.

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Skip-the-line admission to the Panthéon

Visiting the Panthéon: What to See, Getting There, and Opening Hours

The visit works on two levels. Upstairs, the main hall opens up under a huge dome, lined with frescoes tracing France's national story, and a replica of Foucault's pendulum swings below it. Downstairs, the crypt is the heart of the monument, a quiet space holding the tombs of Voltaire, Rousseau, Victor Hugo, Marie Curie, and others. Chapels, sculptures, and historical artworks fill out the rest, so set aside enough time to take it in without rushing.

The Panthéon stands at Place du Panthéon in the Latin Quarter, central Paris, a short walk from the Luxembourg Gardens and the Sorbonne. By metro, take Line 10 to Maubert–Mutualité or Line 7 to Place Monge; by RER, Line B stops at Luxembourg, about 10 minutes away on foot.

It's open daily, with hours that shift by season: 10:00 to 18:30 from 1 April to 30 September, and 10:00 to 18:00 from 1 October to 31 March. Last entry is always 45 minutes before closing. On the first working Monday of each month it opens later, at 12:00. On 24 and 31 December it closes early at 17:00, with last entry at 16:15. It is closed on 1 January, 1 May, and 25 December.

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Local time 9:57 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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Important Information

A ticket is required for most visitors; booking ahead helps you skip the line in busy periods.
Free entry with valid proof for under-18s, EU residents under 26, disabled visitors with a companion, and registered job seekers. Also free the first Sunday of the month (November–March) and on European Heritage Days.
Dome access is seasonal (roughly April to October), involves 206 steps, and is not wheelchair accessible.
The crypt is central to the visit; English touchscreens explain who is buried there, so allow extra time.
Partial accessibility: an exterior ramp and interior lift reach the main nave, but not all areas.
This is a working national mausoleum, so visitors are asked to keep things quiet and respectful.
No food or drink inside the monument.
Only small backpacks allowed; no lockers or cloakroom on site.
No pets, except registered guide or assistance dogs.
Personal, non-commercial photography is fine; no tripods or drones.
No scooters, rollerblades, skateboards, helmets, or battery-powered personal devices.

FAQs

Do I need a ticket for the Panthéon in Paris?

Yes, most visitors need a ticket to enter. Some groups, such as EU residents under 26, get in free but still need a ticket or valid proof of eligibility.

Where do I buy Panthéon Paris tickets?

You can buy them online in advance or at the on-site ticket desk. Booking online lets you skip the line, which helps a lot during busy periods.

How do I buy skip-the-line Panthéon tickets?

The simplest way is to book online ahead of time. You secure your admission in advance and head straight in instead of waiting at the desk.

What is the Panthéon in Paris?

It's a neoclassical monument in the Latin Quarter, built first as a church and later turned into a national mausoleum. Today it honors many of France's most influential historical figures.

How much time should I plan for the Panthéon?

Most people spend about 45 minutes to an hour, which covers the main hall, the crypt, and any temporary exhibitions on at the time.

What famous scientific work is installed in the Panthéon?

Foucault's pendulum. First hung in 1851, it demonstrates the Earth's rotation and remains one of the monument's signature features.

How long does a visit to the Panthéon take?

Visits typically run from 30 minutes to 1.5 hours, enough to see the main hall, the crypt, and the other notable spaces.

Why was the Panthéon originally built?

Louis XV commissioned it in the 18th century as a church dedicated to Saint Geneviève, the patron saint of Paris. By the time it was finished, the Revolution had reassigned it as a secular mausoleum for the nation's great figures.

Who designed the Panthéon?

Architect Jacques-Germain Soufflot, who leaned heavily on classical Rome. The building follows a giant Greek-cross plan, and its dome borrows ideas from St Paul's in London and St Peter's in Rome.

Can you go up to the dome at the Panthéon?

In the warmer months there's usually access to the colonnade around the outside of the dome, reached by stairs, with wide views over the Latin Quarter toward the Eiffel Tower and Sacré-Cœur. It's worth checking current arrangements before you go.