Paris Archaeological Crypt Ticket

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Skip the line access to the Paris Archaeological Crypt

Skip the line access to the Paris Archaeological Crypt

Discover the archaeological treasures beneath the Île de la Cité with a ticket to the Paris Archaeological Crypt. Journey beneath Notre Dame and explore an exhibition devoted to the influential figures, Victor Hugo and Eugène Viollet-le-Duc, associated with the cathedral.

Ticket Details

This admission grants you entry to the excavated remains beneath the Île de la Cité, where history unfolds.

The crypt resides beneath the esplanade of Notre-Dame Cathedral, a cornerstone of Parisian heritage. Its significance was notably championed in the 19th century by acclaimed writer Victor Hugo and prominent architect Eugène Viollet-le-Duc.

Since its reopening in September 2020, the Paris Archaeological Crypt features the exhibition titled 'Notre-Dame de Paris: from Victor Hugo to Eugène Viollet-le-Duc'. This showcase illustrates how Hugo's literary prowess ignited a movement advocating for the restoration of the cathedral, which faced severe deterioration during the early 1800s, largely fueled by his novel Notre-Dame de Paris, published in 1831.

The exhibition also sheds light on the restoration efforts led by Eugène Viollet-le-Duc between 1844 and 1864. Visitors to the crypt will encounter an array of models of the Notre Dame cathedral, a focus which has gained renewed urgency since the fire on April 15, highlighting the necessity for heritage preservation.

Additionally, while at the Archaeological Crypt, delve into the cathedral's rich narrative through the film Notre-Dame Eterna.

Opening Hours

The Paris Archaeological Crypt welcomes visitors from Tuesday to Sunday, operating between 10 am and 6 pm. Please note that last entry is one hour before closing.

This venue is also accessible on select public holidays: July 14, November 1, and November 11, while remaining closed on Mondays, January 1, May 1, and December 25.

Upon booking, you will need to select a preferred time slot for your visit:

10 am to 2 pm
12 pm to 2 pm
2 pm to 4 pm
4 pm to 5 pm

After booking, you will receive a confirmation within 72 hours detailing the specific time assigned for your visit, which will be within your chosen time slot.

The meeting point may vary. Always check the tickets we sent you to confirm the final details before the activity.

Meeting point:

Place Jean-Paul II, 7 (esplanade of Notre Dame Cathedral)

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Instructions

Important Info

This voucher is not sufficient to enter the Crypt. After making your reservation, we'll send you a valid document, with which you'll access the monument, within 72 hours. In this document, we'll indicate the specific time you've been allocated for your visit, which will always be within the time slot you chose in your booking.

On the day of the activity, you'll need to present this voucher along with the document we’ll send you after the booking process.

Crypt Address

The Paris Archaeological Crypt is located at the following address: Place Jean-Paul II, 7 (on the esplanade of Notre-Dame Cathedral). You can get there by public transport, as the Cité metro station is just a few metres from the crypt. This stop is on line 4 (the purple one).

Opening Hours

The Paris Archaeological Crypt is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10 am to 6 pm. Final admission is 1 hour before closing time.

It is also open on the following public holidays in France: 14 July, 1 November and 11 November. It is only closed on Mondays, 1 January, 1 May and 25 December.

These opening times are subject to last-minute changes. To find out if there'll be a specific closure on the day of your visit, please consult the following website: https://www.crypte.paris.fr/fr/votre-visite/acces-et-horaires.

How Should I Display my Ticket?

The ticket must be displayed on A4 size paper or in electronic format on your mobile phone, unaltered in size and printed on good quality paper. Partially printed, dirty, damaged or illegible entries will not be accepted. Each entry has a unique QR code. This code is scanned at the crypt entrance, and only the first person to present it will be admitted. The ticket must be kept until the end of the visit. The ticket that you'll use is a Paris Musées voucher.

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