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.
The Conciergerie is an interesting building with quite a long, dark and intriguing history. It dates to the early Middle Ages and was part of the royal palace, the Palais de la Cité. During the French Revolution it became rather infamous as many people were imprisoned there and then were executed. Marie Antoinette served time in one of the cells of the Conciergerie. It's worth taking some time to visit and have a bit of a look at some of the history of France in this amazing place. Today the building is part of the Law Courts of the city, but it is also a museum and has been preserved as a national monument as well.
This is where Marie Antoinette spent here last days. Do a little tour and learn of her fate, plus the importance of this police station and prison. The tour and facade along the Seine are attractive.
Fantastic/ well preserved and super interesting part of early French history. Interesting interactive features in tour