Paris · Montmartre
Sacré-Cœur Basilica
The white basilica on the Montmartre hill. Entry to the nave is free, and the front steps look over the whole city. The dome climb is a separate visit.
- 1 h 30
- Free
- Booking: not needed
- Montmartre
Data checked on October 4, 2026
The basilica was built on the Butte Montmartre in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The nave is free to enter, and the white domes show from many parts of the city. The steps in front are the best-known viewpoint in the district, and the hill around them is full of narrow streets. The dome climb is a separate visit up a narrow stair.
What to look for
- The view over Paris from the front steps
- The large mosaic above the altar
- The streets and stairs of Montmartre behind the basilica
- The funicular, as an alternative to the steps
Opening hours
| Monday | 6:30 am–10:30 pm | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 am–10:30 pm | |
| Wednesday | 6:30 am–10:30 pm | |
| Thursday | 6:30 am–10:30 pm | |
| Friday | 6:30 am–10:30 pm | |
| Saturday | 6:30 am–10:30 pm | |
| Sunday | 6:30 am–10:30 pm |
The basilica is open every day from 06:30 to 22:30. Dome hours are listed separately and we did not check them.
Source: Basilique du Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre, checked October 4, 2026
Tickets and booking
Free. Entry to the basilica is free.
Getting there
Anvers on Métro 2 is a short, steep walk to the foot of the hill, and Abbesses on Métro 12 is a similar distance.
Tip
Early morning is the quietest time on the steps.