Gloomy prison famous as the last stop for nearly 3 thousand victims of the guillotine. This includes Marie-Antoinette. Before it was a prison, kings had used the building to torture and execute failed assassins. A recreation of Marie-Antoinette's cell as well as cells of King Louis, Charlotte Corday (who murdered Marat in his bathtub) and Robespierre the head of the... More

and if you have the Paris Museum Pass. The entry fee is high for what is a very small and quick attraction. There are some interesting reproductions of cells and such, and some video galleries that tell the story of the most famous prisoner here, Marie-Antoinette. More

It's not as popular as many attractions but my wife and I thought the Concierge building was the most meaningful due to the history that took place there. They're short on actual historical items but the role this facility played during the French Revolution makes it a must stop. We wouldn't have stopped in if not for having a museum... More

Beautiful 'Great Hall'. Good interpretation of prison cells etc. It was a little confronting to see all the names of the guillotine victims including the King and Queen; and Marie Antoinette's memorial in the chapel also gives pause for thought. Visited on joint ticket with Sainte-Chapelle - good value at 12,50 euros for the two venues. More

We read about La Conciergerie in several travel books and thought it would be worth a visit based on the information provided but we were rather disappointed. The architecture of the building is indeed stunning in its beauty. The building itself is massive but mostly bare, not much to see that captures the imagination considering its rich history, other than... More

Interesting to see and enjoyed the art exhibit going on that day. More

Skipped the line with the Paris Pass, although it would have only been a 10-15 minute wait (fast in Paris!). Not as jaw-dropping as some of the main attractions in Paris, but we enjoyed and spent over an hour there. You can also tour prison cells and see a recreated cell that held Marie Antoinette. More

A great place to visit if you want to experience history. More

Not crowded at all, easy to get to when you're hitting other Ile de Cite attractions, worth a stop at the potty if nothing else. Quick visit. More