Discover the Basilica of Saint-Denis, a Gothic jewel and the burial place of France's monarchs!
Step into one of France’s most iconic monuments, located just outside Paris. Built over the tomb of Saint Denis, an early Christian martyr and missionary, the basilica became a major spiritual and political site of the French kingdom.
Explore this architectural masterpiece of Gothic art, with its soaring nave, luminous choir and monumental rose windows – among the earliest of their kind in Europe.
You’ll access the royal necropolis, where nearly 70 sculpted tombs and effigies of kings and queens await, from Dagobert to Louis XVIII. This unique collection will guide you through centuries of royal dynasties and French history.
Your ticket also includes entry to La Fabrique de la Flèche, a new immersive space located at the base of the monument. Learn about the reconstruction of the northern spire (destroyed in 1847) through interactive exhibits, models, videos, and tools used by today’s heritage artisans.
The visit is self-guided, with explanatory panels throughout the site to enrich your experience.












