Sainte-Chapelle

Revel in the medieval glory of Sainte-Chapelle, set on the Île de la Cité, by planning your visit well. Timing is everything: visiting during early morning or late afternoon can help you avoid the peak crowds that often fill the chapel's narrow nave. Paris’ transport options make arriving a breeze; take the metro to Cité station, just a gentle stroll away from your destination. While you can purchase tickets at the door, booking online could save you time waiting in line.

• Best time to visit: Late spring or early autumn, early mornings or late afternoons
• How to get there: Metro line 4 to Cité station
• Accessibility: Suitable for families, limited accessibility for mobility-impaired visitors due to some steps
• Average visit duration: 1 hour

Inside Sainte-Chapelle, the upper chapel steals the show. Home to some of the most intricate and expansive stained glass windows in the world, these vibrant panoramas tell stories of the Bible vividly. Don’t miss the Rose Window, a spectacular wheel of radiating glass scenes. Bringing your camera is a must - every angle offers a new, breathtaking view, especially when sunlight graces the chapel. Dive into the history with an audio guide to truly unwrap the layers of stories packed within these walls.

• Key sights or features: 15 glass-paneled windows, the Rose Window
• Unique experiences: Attending a classical concert in the evenings, using an audio guide
• Photo-worthy locations: The entire upper chapel
• Cultural or historical facts: Built in just 7 years, intended as a royal chapel