Paris Sights

Basilique du Sacré Cœur

#6 of 1481 things to do in Paris

#23 of 51500 things to do in Europe

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  • Address
    • place du Parvis du Sacré Cœur 18e
  • Transport
    • Anvers
  • Website
  • Phone
    • 01 53 41 89 00
  • Price
    • basilica free, dome €5
  • Hours
    • 6am-10.30pm

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Lonely Planet review for Basilique du Sacré Cœur

Perched at the very top of the Butte de Montmartre, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart was built from contributions pledged by Parisian Catholics as an act of contrition after the humiliating Franco-Prussian War of 1870–71. Construction began in 1873, but the basilica was not consecrated until 1919.

Some 234 spiralling steps lead you to the basilica’s dome, which affords one of Paris’ most spectacular panoramas; they say you can see for 30km on a clear day.

 

Traveller reviews for Basilique du Sacré Cœur (6)

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    beautiful basilica, beautiful location

    pajejohnson recommends this,

    this basilica is located on top of a hill that overlooks the city. very pleasant view! It is free to walk around inside. One of my favorite destinations of Paris. An amazing walk-through park below the basilica! a must see!

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    walk up the tower

    melyuan recommends this,

    The view of Paris from the top is fantastic. It's always a hoot to crawl around the turns of the staircase and try and keep your footing on the un-even stones, worn away by thousands of visitors feet.

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    A heavy but rewarding walk

    anshjain recommends this,

    I had walked up there. The church was gigantic and me and my family were filled with awe on its sight.
    The church is stunning! Get inside and take in the view!

    The funicular ride down was fun!

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    Bottom of the Steps

    paulayruben recommends this,

    We rented an apartment to the east of the basilica. Every afternoon, we walked the steps to take in the view of the city. It was late October, and the view and mix of people changed each day. What a great place to add to anyone's list!

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    Sacré-Cœur, it's the vibe

    dmcclurg recommends this,

    Every time i've been to Paris it's my first stop, i never get tired of looking across the city from Sacré-Cœur.

    I'd say a must for everyone visiting this city.

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    all about the steps

    djebru recommends this,

    I can't remember if i went inside Sacre Coueur the first time i went to Paris, but i know i didn't the second. The climb up the steps is free, the view's beautiful, and the church is pretty from the outside.

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