Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey Tickets

Step into Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey and explore its past

Whether you opt for an immersive digital experience or prefer a classic self-guided tour, there’s something for everyone.

Getting Started

Begin at the newly renovated visitor center on the mainland. Collect your informative visitor booklet, available in 12 languages, and get oriented with helpful displays and maps before crossing to the island. If you choose the immersive Revelacio AR tablet, you can collect the tablet and headset after a ticket check and ID deposit.

What to Expect

• Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey: Enter the 1,300-year-old hilltop abbey and explore at your own pace. Wander through its dramatic cloisters, grand halls, and echoing refectories, with multilingual information boards and architectural highlights throughout.

• Tablet Experience (Optional Add-On): With the Revelacio tablet, history comes to life through immersive 3D reconstructions, period re-enactments, and interactive storytelling; perfect for comprehensive, self-guided exploration.

Features

• The information booklet, available in 12 languages, includes historical facts, architectural insights, and helpful site navigation tips.

• Multilingual information boards throughout the Abbey highlight the history and significance of key rooms and periods.

• Ideal for those who prefer a more traditional, quiet, or independent visit.

Immersive Tablet Features

• Three Themed Routes: Discovery (45 mins), Exploration (90 mins), and Children’s Quest (family-friendly).

• See the Abbey in its medieval prime with 3D reconstructions, from the scriptorium to the monastic kitchen.

• Relive moments like King Louis IX’s banquet or the Abbey’s prison years with immersive reenactment.

• The Discovery route is available in 10 languages, and the Exploration and Children’s routes are available in 5 languages.

Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey Tickets

Discover the stunning Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey on this self-guided tour that includes access to the castle's grand naves, serene cloisters, and panoramic terrace. The abbey, built in 708 AD, stands atop a rocky tidal island covering an area of approximately 15 acres with a height reaching up to 269 feet above sea level. Visitors can explore three distinct routes: Discovery for general sightseeing, Exploration for detailed historical insights, and Kids’ Quest for family-friendly fun. The tour features multilingual content available in up to ten languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, and Japanese. Guests have 2-3 hours to fully immerse themselves in the abbey's rich history through Revelacio tablets and headsets that offer immersive 3D reconstructions of the site at different periods throughout its existence. The abbey is a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized for its architectural significance and religious importance, attracting millions of visitors annually.

Explore Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey

Your tour stops at Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey where you will experience one of the most iconic landmarks in France. Built in 708 AD by Bishop Aubert, the abbey has been a pilgrimage site for centuries and is renowned for its Gothic architecture and historical significance. The structure covers an area of approximately 15 acres with a height reaching up to 269 feet above sea level. Visitors can marvel at specific features such as the grand nave, the Romanesque bell tower, and the cloister gardens while learning about key events like the abbey's role during the Hundred Years' War (1337-1453) and its restoration efforts in the 20th century. Guests typically spend around two hours exploring the site, allowing ample time to appreciate the intricate details and panoramic views from the terrace. What sets Mont-Saint-Michel apart is its unique location as a tidal island combined with its architectural grandeur, making it a must-see destination for anyone visiting Normandy.

Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey Tickets

Your tour stops at Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey where you will experience one of the most iconic landmarks in France. Built in 708 AD by Bishop Aubert, the abbey has been a pilgrimage site for centuries and is renowned for its Gothic architecture and historical significance. The structure covers an area of approximately 15 acres with a height reaching up to 269 feet above sea level. Visitors can marvel at specific features such as the grand nave, the Romanesque bell tower, and the cloister gardens while learning about key events like the abbey's role during the Hundred Years' War (1337-1453) and its restoration efforts in the 20th century. Guests typically spend around two hours exploring the site, allowing ample time to appreciate the intricate details and panoramic views from the terrace. What sets Mont-Saint-Michel apart is its unique location as a tidal island combined with its architectural grandeur, making it a must-see destination for anyone visiting Normandy.

Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey Tickets

Your tour stops at Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey where you will experience one of the most iconic landmarks in France. Built in 708 AD by Bishop Aubert, the abbey has been a pilgrimage site for centuries and is renowned for its Gothic architecture and historical significance. The structure covers an area of approximately 15 acres with a height reaching up to 269 feet above sea level. Visitors can marvel at specific features such as the grand nave, the Romanesque bell tower, and the cloister gardens while learning about key events like the abbey's role during the Hundred Years' War (1337-1453) and its restoration efforts in the 20th century. Guests typically spend around two hours exploring the site, allowing ample time to appreciate the intricate details and panoramic views from the terrace. What sets Mont-Saint-Michel apart is its unique location as a tidal island combined with its architectural grandeur, making it a must-see destination for anyone visiting Normandy.

Tour Highlights

• Discover the Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel at your selected time slot
• Enhance visit with Revelacio tablet and headset featuring 10 languages
• Explore grand naves, serene cloisters, panoramic terrace for 2-3 hours
• Learn about abbey's history through multilingual content in 10 languages
• Enjoy family-friendly Kids’ Quest experience along designated routes
• Experience immersive 3D reconstructions throughout the site’s areas
• Access to castle atop island with guided audio tour and tablet headset
• Convenient self-guided exploration including Revelacio tablets and headsets

Perfect for history enthusiasts, architecture lovers, and families, this self-guided tour provides an in-depth exploration of Mont-Saint-Michel's rich heritage through its multilingual content. The 2-3 hour format allows you to delve into the grand naves, serene cloisters, and panoramic terrace, giving you a comprehensive understanding of the abbey’s historical significance while enjoying its architectural marvels.