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Pantheon

Place du Pantheon, 75005 Paris, France (Panthéon)
+33 01 44 32 18 00
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Ranked #41 of 564 attractions in Paris
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Type: Architectural Buildings, Religious Sites, Cemeteries
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: With the Pantheon, architect Jacques-Germain Soufflot met Louis XV’s wish to glorify the monarchy in the form of a church dedicated to Saint... more » Owner description: With the Pantheon, architect Jacques-Germain Soufflot met Louis XV’s wish to glorify the monarchy in the form of a church dedicated to Saint Geneviève, the patron saint of Paris. The edifice was deconsecrated during the Revolution in 1791 and renamed the Pantheon. During the turbulent years of the 19th century, as regimes changed, it alternated in its role as a religious and patriotic monument. Since 1885, the year of Victor Hugo’s death and burial in the Pantheon, it has been the last resting place for the great writers, scientists, generals, churchmen and politicians who have made the history of France. The crypt houses the tombs of more than 70 illustrious figures including Voltaire, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Emile Zola, Alexandre Dumas, Pierre and Marie Curie etc.Open:> 1st April to 30th September: from 10 a.m. to 6.30 p.m.> 1st October to 31st March: from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Last admission 45 minutes before closing time. Closed:> 1st January, 1st May and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 8,5€; Concessions (18 to 25) = 5,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups « less
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Temple Hills, Maryland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

We had a very wonderful experience here. Lots and lots to see. The murals told very interesting stories.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Fantastic experience, but English explanations missing. Mural paintings interesting stories, but only French text. Crypt very interesting; especially why some men merit pantheorinization (sic). Still, English explanations would help a lot. Ongoing refurbishment were described in a special exhipbiton, which was very good too.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

This masterpiece was designed by Soufflot who wanted to outdo St. Peter's in Rome. The Corinthian-style columns make you take a deep breath. Currently under renovation (which includes Foucault's pendulum) .... Do not miss the crypt which is a moving experience (far beyond that of the Crematorium at Lachaise) and includes Victor Hugo, Voltaire, Jean Moulin, a French Resistance hero... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

Pantheon is walking distance from Luxembourg gardens. This was the last attraction we visited in Paris, before finishing our trip going up the Eiffel Tower. I was not aware that famous people's crypts could be seen here, so we missed that. Slightly disappointed!!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

I'm not gonna lie -- much of what I like about this was the crypt of accomplished people (I didn't do any research before hand, so I was pleasantly surprised to see the likes of Marie Curie and co.), though the whole experience, from the murals to the pendulum, is pretty grand. Definitely recommended.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

It s a bit far away from other monuments. I am not quite interested in literature so it s a bit boring for me coz I don't know all of greta men there. But still, the building is nice

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

The building is wonderful, the art is beautiful, but the history is amazing. Burial place of literary and scientific celebrities.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

The building itself looks majestic from the outside and it really does not disappoint when you go in. The fee is worth it even now, when restauration work is in progress, but we, as EU citizens under 26, went in for free, so it is even better. The interior is amazing and the crypt with all those famous people is... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2013

Well worth the visit. Incredible structure, amazing art and special history in the crypt is not to be missed.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

This place has a special ambiance. Shaped like a Greek cross, it is so spacious and beautifully adorned. But it is falling down, so there is major preservation/restoration going on for another 5 years. Not much interference with inside views except for the noise. Must have been an awesome church in its time.

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