Nestled in the 5th arrondissement, the Panthéon is an illustrious monument and mausoleum. Its neoclassical facade, adorned with majestic Corinthian columns reminiscent of Greek temples, commands attention. The iconic dome is also a focal point in...
Founded On
1790
Founded By
Jacques-Germain Soufflot, Jean-Baptiste Rondelet
RECOMMENDED DURATION
2 hours
Timings
10am–6pm
TICKETS
From € 13
EXPECTED WAIT TIME - STANDARD
30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
Did you know?
In 2006, the guerilla team "Untergunther" adeptly infiltrated the Panthéon, orchestrating the meticulous restoration of the non-functioning nineteenth-century Wagner clock, which had been dormant for four decades. The restoration was a surprise to the Panthéon's administrator.
In 1842, Alphonse-Louis Poitevin captured one of the earliest photographs featuring the Panthéon. The daguerreotype, a testament to historical preservation, marks a significant milestone in the visual documentation of this iconic monument.
The Panthéon houses Foucault's Pendulum, an enlightening scientific exhibit showcasing the Earth's rotation. This captivating feature serves as an educational element within the monument.