Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, Paris: Hours, Address, Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre Reviews: 4.5/5
Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre
Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre
4.5
8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
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This Montmartre landmark, a 19th-century basilica built by the French government following the Franco-Prussian War, features a large medieval dome that provides excellent views of the city.
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The area
Address
Neighborhood: 18th Arr. - Buttes-Montmartre
How to get there
- Abbesses • 6 min walk
- Anvers • 6 min walk
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TomNak
Denver, CO93 contributions
Go down for the best view
Jul 2021
The Sacre-Coeur has some of the best views of Paris. But to get the full effect you have to follow some signs down below ground level to a little basement area that is the entrance to a world of pain, but rewards you with amazing, fantastic views.
You'll have to pay something like 8 euros for the privilege of blowing out your legs on 890 stairs or something that you'll need to climb to get to the observation area of the dome. These are narrow, sometimes spiral, sometimes on the roof, stone stairs with not many places to rest. There are nice little signs along the way with encouraging messages like "only 600 billion more steps to go!" I'll emphasize this is a single person staircase so there is no turning back on a crowded day. Even if you're fit it is quite a workout and it will put some wear and tear on leg muscles you'll need for exploring the hundred other places in Paris. Don't say I didn't warn you.
Your reward will be absolutely spectacular 360 views of the city. This is your only reward so don't go on a rainy or limited visibility day. 5 out of 5 for tricky entrances and grueling climb. Nice work in torturing tourists and making them pay for it too, France.
You'll have to pay something like 8 euros for the privilege of blowing out your legs on 890 stairs or something that you'll need to climb to get to the observation area of the dome. These are narrow, sometimes spiral, sometimes on the roof, stone stairs with not many places to rest. There are nice little signs along the way with encouraging messages like "only 600 billion more steps to go!" I'll emphasize this is a single person staircase so there is no turning back on a crowded day. Even if you're fit it is quite a workout and it will put some wear and tear on leg muscles you'll need for exploring the hundred other places in Paris. Don't say I didn't warn you.
Your reward will be absolutely spectacular 360 views of the city. This is your only reward so don't go on a rainy or limited visibility day. 5 out of 5 for tricky entrances and grueling climb. Nice work in torturing tourists and making them pay for it too, France.
Written July 25, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Bowmanator22
Charlotte, NC4,896 contributions
Beautiful Basilica
Jul 2021 • Solo
The most incredible view I had, and I didn’t pay to reach the lookout point atop the church. The interior was marvelous. I loved the continuing prayer and singing. I didn’t have time to stop, but I did slow down for a moment as the nuns performed a hymn. Amazing acoustics and interior decor, as I’ve come to expect with massive Catholic churches.
Written July 17, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
max s
The Hague, The Netherlands26 contributions
Beautiful views, but beware of scammers
Jul 2021
The walk up to the Basilique is already stunning as you slowly begin to see the views over Paris. The Basilique itself is beautiful with amazingly detailed statues. However, beware of the many scammers that walk there. Many guys will try to grab your wrist to put a bracelet on your arm and then demand money, so watch out!
Written July 7, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
memememenaha
Naha17 contributions
Worth it for the view
May 2021
Especially this year, when the crowds are almost non-existent, the trek up to this Basilica is well worth your time!
Written June 1, 2021
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C Leung
6 contributions
There are many better places
May 2021 • Family
This place attracts touts who wish to scam tourists. Why tourists come to visit this place, to get scammed? If this is true, visit. But for others, there are better places to visit.
Written May 22, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Martin Carroll
Winchester, VA277 contributions
On the way to Sacre- Coeur
Jun 2020
Sacre-Coeur is on Montmartre Hill so expect to climb some steps. If you take the Metro, you will have some stairs up to the street level. Then, there is the street up the hill.
Paris has it's share of people who want to pick your pocket. Going up & down this street is the situation that pickpockets love. A small area with a lot of people who are distracted by the stores & shops. As a tourist, you have to keep your focus.
When you get to the top of the street, turn to the left and look for the "Funicular". The Funicular is an elevator that goes up the side of the hill. Very cool and with great views. Now you are at the top! You will be rewarded with great views of Paris.
On the weekends with good weather, the area around the Basilica is very crowed with people enjoying the view.
I have attached a photo of the crowded street that I mentioned above as well as one view from the top. The Basilica is stunning on the inside !!
Paris has it's share of people who want to pick your pocket. Going up & down this street is the situation that pickpockets love. A small area with a lot of people who are distracted by the stores & shops. As a tourist, you have to keep your focus.
When you get to the top of the street, turn to the left and look for the "Funicular". The Funicular is an elevator that goes up the side of the hill. Very cool and with great views. Now you are at the top! You will be rewarded with great views of Paris.
On the weekends with good weather, the area around the Basilica is very crowed with people enjoying the view.
I have attached a photo of the crowded street that I mentioned above as well as one view from the top. The Basilica is stunning on the inside !!
Written May 12, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
TravelDoorsOut
Chicago, IL437 contributions
Beautiful!
May 2020 • Family
Must see in Paris. Very beautiful Basilica with breathtaking views of the city. Highly recommend driving up and walking down.
Written April 3, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Konrad
6 contributions
Harrassed
Mar 2021
The steps is famous. There are many non French guys intent on harassing you here. They want to sell you mementos. They whistle and make lewd comments. Great views are overshadowed by these thugs.
Written March 30, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Travel and living in France
Limoux, France182 contributions
Beautiful church and view
May 2020 • Solo
A wonderful church in Monmatre with excellent views over Paris. There is a cable car as well as steps up to the church. There are plenty of bars and restaurants in this beautiful part of the city.
Written March 12, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
witness
Germany42 contributions
Beautiful church at fantastic location.
Jan 2021
Beautifull places on Paris. From this cathedral yard, we can see the beauty of Paris.
We can entered the cathedral, and enjoy the cathedral.
We can also find some souvenir near by the cathedral and also some good snack store.
Lovely places and i love this city much.
We can entered the cathedral, and enjoy the cathedral.
We can also find some souvenir near by the cathedral and also some good snack store.
Lovely places and i love this city much.
Written March 1, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
rasiaa2017
London, UK20 contributions
Is this open for visitors at the moment?
elsakapsinow
Los Angeles, CA36 contributions
My answer is the same as Matthew. I am back home so I don’t know. I wish I could be of more help. I hope you get to see it as it is beautiful and the area around it is too. Enjoy your time’.
Sara M
Treviglio, Italy15 contributions
Qualcuno sa gli orari delle messe domenicali nel periodo di fine marzo?
Grazie
maria_71_an
Ancona, Italy176 contributions
Ti conviene controllare sul sito dedicato, così puoi verificare meglio. Le messe cambiano in base ai giorni ed alle festività
Linda R
Yuma, AZ1 contribution
Traveling with handicapped person. Is this place wheelchair friendly? Or should I just avoid it?
Matthew C
Washington124 contributions
We walked up there, but saw tourist vans depositing people up near the church. There may be a ramp for you to push wheelchair up the last number of steps. Not sure.
Maria Antonietta
San Chirico Nuovo, Italy311 contributions
È previsto il biglietto di ingresso? Dov è possibile acquistarlo?
Silvana B
40 contributions
L'ingresso è libero
Navigate360290
Sacramento, CA
How do you reach the cable car and how much does it cost? I’m traveling with my elderly parents.
Jos W
Plymouth, UK231 contributions
Take the metro to Blanche. This will bring you out right by the famous Moulin Rouge. Form here you can catch a “road train” up to Sacre Coeur for a few Euros (about €7 per person one way) or you can get a return if your parents need to, but it is an easy walk back down
It’s a lovely trip up with English commentary, and so easy to get to and from. We have difficulty walking too far and we have just returned ourselves from Paris and discovered this by accident.
Mischell D
The Netherlands4 contributions
We are planning for a trip here with my lo who is 2 year old. Is it advisable to travel with the lo in metro? Secondly, if I take Uber,do I also need to carry a car seat?
Thank you in advance.
ingridsmart
Costa Mesa, CA175 contributions
Uber is the easiest way but I don’t know about the car regulations. Good luck!
Dana032
Cronulla, Australia21 contributions
Hello! Which is the closet metro station to sacre coeur? Also is it a safe area? Which SIM card works best in France? Merci
flyeaa
Milwaukee, WI410 contributions
Oh and if you like art, make sure you walk behind the sacre couer and to the left, huge art market back there with people selling their handmade art, and lots of restaurants. Great art district and fun just to look. Amazing how talented some of these people are and it's a great homemade souvenir for a decent price.
Elizabeth C
Rangiora, New Zealand7 contributions
Planning a visit next spring (April/May) with my mother-in-law, so 2 females, and feeling concerned about pickpockets/scammers. Is there a better time of year, day of the week, or time of day to avoid them?
Thanks.
Judi H
Shingle Springs, CA55 contributions
The pick pockets are everywhere there is a crow, near the trains and metro as the scammers also have a strong presence in the crowds. Read all the scams before you go so you’ll be well aware of them. Get a backpack with locks and when in a crowd where it in front of you. Use a cross body purse and keep your hands on it as much as possible. We went in April which is the off season and it’s still very crowded and the scammers are everywhere. Be aware of your surroundings at all times and you should be ok.
What are regular Mass times on Sundays and what time do the nuns chant the hours on Sundays?
elizabeth
London, UK80 contributions
Sorry I just picked up your message, but someone has answered your question. But anyway, always look at their website for basic information like this. As not everyone would have known your answer and nor did I.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre
- Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre is open:
- Sun - Sat 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
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