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Carcassonne Castle & Ramparts Tickets

Carcassonne Castle ramparts with tourists exploring medieval fortifications in Carcassonne, France.

Carcassonne castle museum artefact display with medieval armor and weapons.

Carcassonne Castle ramparts with tourists exploring medieval stone walls in Carcassonne, France.

Benefit from entry into France’s impressive historic attraction, the Carcassonne Castle, and take in its fortified walls, ramparts, and galleries!

Turn back time to the 13th century and discover the popular Cité de Carcassonne for a historical treat.

Once claimed by Romans, Saracens, Visigoths, and Crusaders, it is now your time to explore its hidden treasures.

Walk past fortified walls, watchtowers, ramparts, the Great Well, the Salle Pierre Embry, and the Count’s Castle.

Climb the square Bishop’s Tower, the sturdy construction that straddles both city walls.

Fun fact: Carcassonne was the first fortress to use hoardings in times of siege.

Entry to Carcassonne Castle & Ramparts

Access to the castle courtyards, archaeological museum, and ramparts

Multilingual leaflets available in French, English, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, or Polish

Guided tour

Transfers

Audio guide (available for rent on-site for 3 Euros)

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Guests from Spain, United Kingdom, United States and over 46 countries have loved this experience
Sevellec
4/5
Nov, 2024
Very practical and quick to reserve tickets online, and above all, to avoid wasting time in the queue (which is quite long during school vacations and the summer season) at the ticket office.
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Markus
4/5
Nov, 2024
The ticket was available very quickly, so I was able to visit the most beautiful castle I've ever been to. Fantastic views and lots of wonderful photo opportunities.
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Jayne
5/5
Sep, 2024
Amazing! Didn't realize you could walk around rhe whole main wall and get a feel of what if would be like to live in carcassonne. Not to mention all the cafe and restaurants, again thought there would be a gift shop but we spent a good part of the day there , eating, exploring and shopping
Donald
5/5
Sep, 2024
You think you know what to expect from the tourist pictures, but is so vast and impressive that cameras cannot do it justice. Great signage and information boards help put it all in context. A wonderful experience and such a world treasure to be respected and cherished.
Sarah
5/5
Aug, 2024
Entry went smoothly and we really enjoyed the tour. There was always something to read, just the right amount of information and not too much, so that we had time to let the atmosphere and impressions sink in. Highly recommended.
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Travel back in time to the 13th century and drink in views of the citadel that was once claimed by Romans, Visigoths, Saracens, and Crusaders! Look out for the massive 13th-century fortified walls, ramparts, watchtowers, and a castle that will bring this citadel’s remarkable history to life!

Step into the world of medieval trade and travel at the Cité de Carcassonne, much like the beloved board game, Carcassonne! Walk past the double wall boasting 52 watchtowers, the Great Well, and the Count’s Castle, Château Comtal. Carcassonne was slated for demolition in the 19th century, but you can still walk the ramparts today, thanks to one of Europe’s largest restoration projects.

What to bring

It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes for the day-long tour.

What's not allowed

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Smoking is prohibited inside the castle.

Additional information

Entry is free for disabled guests with an accompanying adult, jobseekers (on presentation of a certificate less than 6 months old), and holders of a valid education pass or culture pass.

To avoid large crowds at the entrance, it is recommended to arrive 1 hour after the monument opens.

The museum will remain closed for safety reasons.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

If you have purchased reduced-price or free tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

Ticket redemption point

Redeem your ticket at Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne.

Address: 1 Rue Viollet le Duc, 11000 Carcassonne, France.

Get directions to the redemption point