Do I need to book Paris Panthéon tickets in advance?
No. Advance booking is not mandatory for individual visitors, and tickets can be purchased at the monument.
Booking online is useful if you have a fixed sightseeing schedule. Check your ticket’s entry conditions and allow time for security screening, especially during busy periods.
How much are Paris Panthéon tickets in 2026?
The official Panthéon website currently lists standard adult admission at €13. Admission prices can vary by season and ticket category.
A standard ticket includes the main nave and crypt. Audio guides and certain guided experiences cost extra. Check the current price for your visit date before booking.
Who can visit the Paris Panthéon for free?
Free admission is available to eligible visitors, including qualifying young EU residents, visitors with disabilities and an eligible companion, and certain other categories.
Free entry is also offered on the first Sunday of January, February, March, November and December. Children under 16 accompanied by an adult with an electronic ticket qualify for free admission.
Some visitors must collect a free ticket and present supporting identification. Being under 26 does not automatically qualify every international tourist.
What does a standard Panthéon entry ticket include?
A standard ticket includes access to the main nave and the crypt, where visitors can explore the monument’s architecture, historical displays and memorials.
You can also see Foucault’s pendulum and the monument’s impressive interior decorations. Guided tours and audio guides may require an additional payment.
Can I visit the Panthéon rooftop and see the Eiffel Tower?
The Panthéon’s panoramic viewpoint is currently closed to visitors, according to the official monument website.
When open, the elevated viewpoint offers views across Paris, including recognizable landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower. Do not book a standard entry ticket expecting rooftop access.
How long should I spend visiting the Paris Panthéon?
Allow approximately 60–90 minutes to explore the main nave, Foucault’s pendulum and the crypt at a comfortable pace.
A shorter visit may take around 45 minutes. History enthusiasts may prefer up to two hours to examine the sculptures, paintings, tombs and historical information.
What are the Paris Panthéon’s opening hours and last entry time?
The Panthéon normally opens from 10:00 to 18:30 between April and September, and from 10:00 to 18:00 between October and March.
Last admission is 45 minutes before closing. The monument opens at noon on the first working Monday of each month and closes on 1 January, 1 May and 25 December.
Special ceremonies and events may affect opening times, so check the official schedule before travelling.
Who is buried in the Paris Panthéon crypt?
The crypt contains the tombs and memorials of important figures in French history, including Victor Hugo, Marie Curie, Pierre Curie, Voltaire, Rousseau and Émile Zola.
Other notable figures are also honored here. Some commemorations are symbolic rather than physical burials, so not everyone remembered in the Panthéon has their remains inside.
Is the Paris Panthéon wheelchair-accessible?
The Panthéon is partially wheelchair-accessible. An exterior ramp provides access to the building, while an interior lift serves the main nave levels.
However, the underground crypt and toilets require stairs and are not wheelchair-accessible. A virtual presentation of the crypt is available in the nave.
One wheelchair may be borrowed at reception, subject to availability. Assistance dogs are permitted.
Can I bring luggage, backpacks or a stroller inside?
Standard backpacks and baby strollers are permitted, but large suitcases and wheeled luggage are not allowed inside the monument.
The Panthéon has no luggage lockers or cloakroom. Leave oversized bags at your accommodation or an external luggage-storage facility before arriving.
Can I take photos or videos inside the Paris Panthéon?
Yes. Visitors may take photographs for personal, non-commercial use inside the monument.
Tripods and drones are prohibited. Professional photography, wedding shoots and commercial filming are subject to separate restrictions or authorization requirements.
Be considerate when photographing the crypt, as it is a place of national remembrance.
Are food, drinks and pets allowed inside the Panthéon?
No. Eating and drinking are prohibited inside the monument, and ordinary pets are not permitted within the Panthéon gates.
Guide dogs and assistance dogs are allowed. Visitors can find cafés, bakeries and restaurants nearby in the Latin Quarter before or after their visit.
Is an audio guide available, and is it worth getting?
Yes. Audio guides are available in 10 languages, including English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese and Japanese.
The published supplement is €5. An audio guide can be useful if you want explanations of the building’s architecture, historical figures and national significance without joining a guided tour.
Free visitor documents are also available for independent exploration.
Which metro or RER station is closest to the Paris Panthéon?
Luxembourg station on RER B is one of the most convenient options. From there, visitors can walk toward the monument along Rue Soufflot.
Nearby Metro alternatives include Maubert–Mutualité on Line 10 and Place Monge on Line 7. The Panthéon is located at Place du Panthéon in Paris’s 5th arrondissement.
Can I visit the Panthéon and other nearby attractions on the same day?
Yes. The Panthéon is in the Latin Quarter, close to Saint-Étienne-du-Mont Church, Luxembourg Gardens, the Sorbonne and Musée de Cluny.
Notre-Dame Cathedral is also within walking distance. Allow around 90 minutes for the Panthéon, then explore nearby historic streets, cafés and landmarks.
Other paid attractions require separate tickets unless specifically included in your chosen sightseeing pass or tour.
