About
Sainte-Chapelle, also known as the Holy Chapel, is a Gothic chapel in Paris, France, standing at 8 Boulevard du Palais in the 1st arrondissement. It was built by Louis IX to house Christian relics, among them the crown of thorns said to have been worn by Christ.
What to see
The chapel is known above all for its stained glass windows. Their colour and light fill the interior, and they are the reason many visitors come. The building's Gothic architecture, with its tall, slender forms, gives the windows room to dominate the space.
Planning a visit
- Address: 8 Boulevard du Palais, 75001 Paris
- Contact: +33 1 53 40 60 80
- Kind of visit: a church and attraction, suited to a short, focused stop
Because the chapel sits in the heart of the city, it pairs naturally with a walk around the Île de la Cité and the surrounding historic quarter of Paris, in the wider Île-de-France region. Check opening arrangements and any ticketing details directly with the site before you go, using the phone number above.
