Sacré-Cœur Basilica
religious_site · Paris
- Address
- 35 Rue du Chevalier de la Barre, 75018 Paris
- Prices
- Entering the basilica: Free
The dome climb and crypt are ticketed separately.
- Links
- Google Maps
About
White-domed basilica on the summit of Montmartre hill, with wide views over Paris.
History
It was built between 1875 and 1914 and consecrated in 1919.
Good to know
- Go early: the steps and the viewpoint fill up by midday.
- The dome and crypt are paid extras; check the official site.
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