Mont Saint-Michel Tickets & Tours
Escape the hustle and bustle of Paris and visit Mont-Saint-Michel, a tiny little island commune in Normandy. Spend your time here exploring the impressive 8th-century Abbey as well as the little cafes and shops. You can wander through narrow cobblestone streets, discover centuries-old architecture, and experience the dramatic changing tides that transform the island's accessibility.
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Visit a crucial medieval pilgrimage site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site on an island off the coast of Normandy, Mont Saint-Michel.
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Find out how this Abbey became one of the first to be granted the status of UNESCO World Heritage Site on a leisurely stroll.
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With the information booklet available in 12 different languages, learn about the history of this Abbey in detail and why it was called the 'City of Books.'
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Climb the cobbled streets to reach the Abbey where you can wander around the cloisters, and gardens, each offering a glimpse into the lives of the monks and the island's religious roots.
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Visit a crucial medieval pilgrimage site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site on an island off the coast of Normandy, Mont Saint-Michel.
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Find out how this Abbey became one of the first to be granted the status of UNESCO World Heritage Site on a leisurely stroll.
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With the information booklet available in 12 different languages, learn about the history of this Abbey in detail and why it was called the 'City of Books.'
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Climb the cobbled streets to reach the Abbey where you can wander around the cloisters, and gardens, each offering a glimpse into the lives of the monks and the island's religious roots.
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These combined tickets to a self-paced audio-guided tour of Mont Saint-Michel and Mont Saint-Michel Abbey allow you to see more while saving more money.
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Explore at your own pace with an audio guide available in 5 languages, as reinforced stone cliffs, dramatic high tides, and cobbled streets create the perfect backdrop for your visit.
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Soak in the stunning architecture that blends Gothic and Romanesque styles, the views of the bay, and the church's serene ambiance.
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These combined tickets to a self-paced audio-guided tour of Mont Saint-Michel and Mont Saint-Michel Abbey allow you to see more while saving more money.
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Explore at your own pace with an audio guide available in 5 languages, as reinforced stone cliffs, dramatic high tides, and cobbled streets create the perfect backdrop for your visit.
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Soak in the stunning architecture that blends Gothic and Romanesque styles, the views of the bay, and the church's serene ambiance.
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Unleash your explorer spirit with this 2-hour guided walking tour of Mont Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring unique tidal island geography and rich history.
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Accompanied by a licensed local guide, you get to unlock the past with engaging stories and get insights into the village's culture.
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The included shuttle service will allow you to enjoy a worry-free, scenic ride to the village, letting you focus on the adventure ahead.
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Beyond history, soak up the charm of the village's cobblestone streets, quaint houses, and stunning coastal views from the ramparts. It is a visual treat.
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You can opt for the guided tour in your preferred language, in English or French.
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Unleash your explorer spirit with this 2-hour guided walking tour of Mont Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring unique tidal island geography and rich history.
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Accompanied by a licensed local guide, you get to unlock the past with engaging stories and get insights into the village's culture.
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The included shuttle service will allow you to enjoy a worry-free, scenic ride to the village, letting you focus on the adventure ahead.
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Beyond history, soak up the charm of the village's cobblestone streets, quaint houses, and stunning coastal views from the ramparts. It is a visual treat.
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You can opt for the guided tour in your preferred language, in English or French.
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Explore Mont Saint-Michel on a full-day trip with an expert guide who shares the island’s history to its UNESCO World Heritage status.
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Get round-trip transfers from Paris in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach with your guide providing insights into the region.
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Walk through the island’s cobblestone streets, visit medieval buildings, and discover local shops and eateries, with free time to explore at your own pace.
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Gain direct entry to Mont Saint-Michel Abbey and view its gothic architecture using an informative self-guided audio tour.
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Enjoy a journey through Normandy, known for its historic villages, providing a deeper understanding of the area before reaching Mont Saint-Michel.
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Explore Mont Saint-Michel on a full-day trip with an expert guide who shares the island’s history to its UNESCO World Heritage status.
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Get round-trip transfers from Paris in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach with your guide providing insights into the region.
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Walk through the island’s cobblestone streets, visit medieval buildings, and discover local shops and eateries, with free time to explore at your own pace.
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Gain direct entry to Mont Saint-Michel Abbey and view its gothic architecture using an informative self-guided audio tour.
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Enjoy a journey through Normandy, known for its historic villages, providing a deeper understanding of the area before reaching Mont Saint-Michel.
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Visit the UNESCO-listed Mont Saint-Michel Abbey with round-trip transfers from Paris, and admire its Gothic architecture and peaceful gardens.
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Learn about the island's history with a self-guided audio tour, available in 5 languages, featuring 17 curated recordings.
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Explore the 8th-century Abbey, walk along cobbled streets, and enjoy breathtaking bay views.
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Visit the UNESCO-listed Mont Saint-Michel Abbey with round-trip transfers from Paris, and admire its Gothic architecture and peaceful gardens.
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Learn about the island's history with a self-guided audio tour, available in 5 languages, featuring 17 curated recordings.
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Explore the 8th-century Abbey, walk along cobbled streets, and enjoy breathtaking bay views.
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Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mont Saint-Michel Abbey and enjoy convenient round-trip transfers from Paris.
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Experience the ease of round-trip transfers from Paris to Mont Saint-Michel in an air-conditioned coach, taking in picturesque French countryside views.
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Discover how the island has resisted numerous attacks throughout the years as you explore its meandering ramparts and towers with your guide.
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Around 708 AD, the Abbey of Mont Saint-Michel was constructed, primarily in the Gothic style. Explore the Abbey at your own pace.
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Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mont Saint-Michel Abbey and enjoy convenient round-trip transfers from Paris.
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Experience the ease of round-trip transfers from Paris to Mont Saint-Michel in an air-conditioned coach, taking in picturesque French countryside views.
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Discover how the island has resisted numerous attacks throughout the years as you explore its meandering ramparts and towers with your guide.
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Around 708 AD, the Abbey of Mont Saint-Michel was constructed, primarily in the Gothic style. Explore the Abbey at your own pace.
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Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed island of Mont Saint-Michel and its bay with an audio guide available in English, French, Italian, Spanish, or German.
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You'll stay on track with the help of an offline map within the app, guiding you to the abbey while sharing insights about the island's history en route.
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Walk around Mont Saint-Michel's base on foot, a medieval fortified rocky outcrop surrounded by a vast bay with one of Europe's largest tides.
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Climb narrow streets and staircases to reach the abbey and enjoy panoramic views from the top of Mont Saint-Michel.
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Fun fact: Mont Saint-Michel inspired Victor Hugo's "Les Travailleurs de la Mer" and numerous other literary and artistic works throughout history.
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Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed island of Mont Saint-Michel and its bay with an audio guide available in English, French, Italian, Spanish, or German.
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You'll stay on track with the help of an offline map within the app, guiding you to the abbey while sharing insights about the island's history en route.
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Walk around Mont Saint-Michel's base on foot, a medieval fortified rocky outcrop surrounded by a vast bay with one of Europe's largest tides.
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Climb narrow streets and staircases to reach the abbey and enjoy panoramic views from the top of Mont Saint-Michel.
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Fun fact: Mont Saint-Michel inspired Victor Hugo's "Les Travailleurs de la Mer" and numerous other literary and artistic works throughout history.
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About Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey
Mont Saint-Michel Abbey is a masterpiece of medieval architecture perched atop the rocky island of Mont Saint-Michel in Normandy, France. Dedicated to the Archangel Michael, the abbey has served as a place of worship, pilgrimage, and fortification since its founding in the 8th century. Its stunning Gothic spires, intricate cloisters, and soaring arches stand as a testament to the engineering and artistic brilliance of the Middle Ages. Overlooking sweeping tidal landscapes, the abbey offers visitors a spiritual and historical journey, making it one of the most iconic landmarks in France.
Mont-Saint-Michel’s tides can vary by up to 14 meters, the highest tidal range in Europe.
The abbey was built over 500 years, blending Carolingian, Romanesque, and Gothic architectural styles.
During the French Revolution, the abbey was repurposed as a prison.
The site inspired the design of Minas Tirith in The Lord of the Rings movies.
The bay surrounding the island is a natural habitat for diverse bird species, making it a haven for birdwatchers.
Why visit Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey?
Plan your visit
Main entrance
Access the island via the main causeway, which is walkable during low tide and serviced by shuttle buses during high tide.
Last entry: 60 minutes before closing.
You will find several souvenir shops scattered around the island, particularly along the Grande Rue (the main street). There is also a small souvenir shop within the Abbey itself, where visitors can purchase books, postcards, and other souvenirs related to the history of the abbey and the site.
Toilets are available at several locations around Mont Saint-Michel, including near the entrance to the Abbey and at the base of the island (near the parking lots). There are also public toilets in the village of Mont Saint-Michel.
There is an information desk located near the entrance to the Abbey, where you can get maps, brochures, and detailed information about the history of Mont Saint-Michel Abbey. Staff here can answer any specific questions and help with bookings for guided tours.
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