Overview:
Unveiling Medieval Paris: Conciergerie Entry Tickets
Step back in time and explore the captivating Conciergerie, a pivotal landmark in Parisian history.
This imposing structure, once a royal palace and later a notorious prison, offers a glimpse into the city's fascinating past.
Here's what awaits you:
- Rich History: Delve into the Conciergerie's evolution from royal residence to revolutionary prison, housing infamous figures like Marie Antoinette.
- Architectural Marvel: Explore the Grande Salle, a stunning hall known for its Gothic architecture and intricate details.
Please borrow one of the Histopads. It is the most interesting new thing I have seen in ages! Look around you, and then hold up the histopad and you will be transported to a different time - same place - to see what the Conciergerie looked like in bygone centuries. It was fascinating. History comes to life before your eyes. Interesting to read all about the French Revolution, and the difficult times the people of France had to bear.
Amazing architecture and history here. Lovely courtyard is a don't miss. Not overcrowded with tourists, so this place is worth a visit.
The building is pretty ordinary from the outside (big, but nondescript). Inside is a completely different story, at least for me. We got the pamphlet and set off on the self guided tour. It is much better done than a whole lot of other self guided tours that leave you wondering just what you are supposed to be looking at. You proceed through the building at your own pace and there is plenty of information provided along the way. One big benefit on the day we went was the relative lack of tourists. You could walk at your own pace and actually see the exhibits and information displayed. I suspect the Conciergerie is usually less crowded since almost every other attraction we visited was over crowded. Interesting visually and historically and well worth an hour and a half.