La Conciergerie (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is La Conciergerie?
What makes it 40% Baby-Friendly: Babies are allowed but 14 entrance steps, no elevator, no changing table and tight toilets make strollers hard; use carrier or skip if nap or diaper time is critical.
Positives:
- Compact layout: The small site covers few rooms so you can see highlights quickly with a baby.
- Close café options: Île de la Cité has several cafés just steps away for feeding or a rest.
Challenges:
- Steep stone steps: No elevators; you must fold and carry strollers up 14 entrance steps.
- Limited baby facilities: Restrooms lack changing tables; bring a portable changing mat.
What is La Conciergerie?
- A Gothic riverside fortress and former royal palace on the western tip of Paris’s Île de la Cité
- A revolutionary-era prison where nearly 2,800 detainees, including Marie Antoinette, were held, tried and sent to the guillotine
- A national monument preserving two vast medieval halls, vaulted royal kitchens and the iconic 14th-century Clock Tower
What is so special about La Conciergerie for with baby?
- Use a baby carrier to navigate staircases and tight halls.
- View Marie Antoinette’s cell and Hall of Guards in a short visit.
- Rely on nearby cafés for feeding and diaper changes.
Note: La Conciergerie is 40% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Things to Do in Paris for a more suitable experience.
Recommended visit duration: 0.5-1 hour
Why 0.5-1 hour visit duration is ideal for with baby: With a baby and no stroller access, limit visit to the main halls in under an hour.
Baby-Friendly Activities in La Conciergerie
Use a baby carrier:
Navigate the medieval halls using a soft-structured or sling carrier.
Tip: Fold strollers at the entrance and carry them up stone steps.
Spot Marie Antoinette’s cell:
View the barred window where Marie Antoinette was held.
Tip: Stand by the rope barrier for a clear sight and set baby on hip.
Café break nearby:
Visit local cafés on Île de la Cité for feeding and changing breaks.
Tip: Bring a portable mat and check café tables for extra space.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to La Conciergerie
- Bring a lightweight carrier: A soft carrier helps you move through tight staircases without folding a stroller often.
- Visit at opening hour: Arrive early to avoid crowds and have quiet spaces for feeding your baby.
- Pack essentials: Carry diapers, wipes, and water in a small backpack for quick access.
Reviews of La Conciergerie
Maryam Albalushi
The experience was well organized especially the 3D visuals that can show you how the chambers and other places looked like back in the days!
Troy Jenkinson
What an amazing place. Highly recommend going before going to Versailles. Great interactive handheld devices allow you to see what it would have looked like.
Kamille DG
If you love history and is fascinated by Marie Antoinette’s journey then definitely go here. They have various books about Marie Antoinette and the French Revolution in different languages and good souvenir items as well. The pad they give you before you start your tour was helpful.
DNA K
The jail where Marie Antoinette was held before her execution and Kongs Palace from 14th century. Amazing history to be seen with a tablet guide, that shows images from the time... it's actually larger than ot seems. There is a toilet inside unlike most of tourist attractions. This place is a must!!
金兰吕
They have a visual guide shows you how the life was like in the past, which is very interesting to learn, it is easy to use and very informative. I am too busy playing it and totally forgot to take pictures. With museum pass, you can skip the line. Strongly recommend.
When is the best time to visit La Conciergerie (Paris, France)?
In winter, halls can be chilly; dress baby in layers. In summer, carry water and take shade breaks at nearby cafés.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Adult admission (2×€11.50) | EUR 23 |
| Café snack | EUR 10 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 33 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: 2 Bd du Palais, 75001 Paris, France
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