Sacré-Cœur Basilica

A spiritual sanctuary atop Montmartre offering breathtaking views and serene beauty

Sacré-Cœur Basilica

A spiritual sanctuary atop Montmartre offering breathtaking views and serene beauty

Smart Tips Before You Go

Prepare for a smooth and enjoyable experience

Photography

Allowed (no flash in chapel areas)

No Large Bags

may be checked or refused

Entry

free for entry to the basilica itself
The Dome from 4€

Best Times to Visit

Early morning or evening (fewer crowds)

Respect Sacred Space

Silence and modest clothing

Stair Alert

300 steps to the dome (no elevator)

Smart Tips Before You Go

Prepare for a smooth and enjoyable experience

Photography

Allowed (no flash in chapel areas)

No Large Bags

may be checked or refused

Entry

free for entry to the basilica itself
The Dome from 4€

Best Times to Visit

Early morning or evening (fewer crowds)

Respect Sacred Space

Silence and modest clothing

Stair Alert

300 steps to the dome (no elevator)

Virtual visit of Basilique du Sacré-Cœur

Take a peek inside before your visit!

Work Schedule

open every day 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Dome Access: Opens at 9:00am, closes at 7:00pm (6:00pm in winter)

Quick Tips

Best photo spot: Stairs and terraces in front of the basilica

Quietest time: Before 10:00am or at sunset

Duration: 45 min to 1.5 hours

District: 18th arrondissement, Montmartre

On-site Amenities

Wheelchair access to basilica (not dome)

Religious gift shop & bookstore

Candle offerings available inside

Price

Full price

0€

Reduced price

4€

Free admissions

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Virtual visit of Basilique du Sacré-Cœur

Take a peek inside before your visit!

The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Paris

History

Discover how this historic landmark evolved over centuries

Built between 1875 and 1914, Sacré-Cœur Basilica is a symbol of national reconciliation and devotion following France’s 19th-century turmoil.
The basilica’s Romano-Byzantine style contrasts with the city’s Gothic cathedrals and features France’s largest mosaic, « Christ in Majesty. »
Perched atop Montmartre—Paris’s highest point—the site has long attracted pilgrims, artists, and dreamers.
The basilica remains a place of perpetual adoration since 1885.

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History

Discover how this historic landmark evolved over centuries

Built between 1875 and 1914, Sacré-Cœur Basilica is a symbol of national reconciliation and devotion following France’s 19th-century turmoil.
The basilica’s Romano-Byzantine style contrasts with the city’s Gothic cathedrals and features France’s largest mosaic, « Christ in Majesty. »
Perched atop Montmartre—Paris’s highest point—the site has long attracted pilgrims, artists, and dreamers.
The basilica remains a place of perpetual adoration since 1885.

Read Full history

How to get there

Address

35, rue du Chevalier de La Barre 75018, Paris

Website

https://www.sacre-coeur-montmartre.com/

Tel

01 53 41 89 00