Visiting timetableClosed (New Year’s Day)
Thursday, January 1, 2026
16 Rue du Repos, 75020 Paris, France

Père Lachaise Opening Hours & Schedule

Plan your visit with seasonal opening times, gate information, and occasional closures due to severe weather or maintenance.

We are currently closed

Today: Closed

Opens in 16h 26m

Regular Opening Hours
DayHoursStatus
Monday08:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Open
Tuesday08:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Open
Wednesday08:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Open
Thursday08:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Open
Friday08:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Open
Saturday08:30 AM - 05:30 PM
Open
Sunday09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Open
Seasonal Timetable

Spring & Summer (Mon–Fri)

03/16 – 11/05

08:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Open
Monthly Timetable

July Saturdays (Summer)

08:30 AM - 06:00 PM

Open

July Sundays (Summer)

09:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Open

August Saturdays (Summer)

08:30 AM - 06:00 PM

Open

August Sundays (Summer)

09:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Open
Specific Date Ranges

New Year’s Day

01/01 – 01/01

Closed

Closed

Christmas Day

12/25 – 12/25

Closed

Closed
Special Events & Holidays

Labour Day

05/01

Closed

Closed

Bastille Day

07/14

Closed

Closed

Assumption Day

08/15

Closed

Closed

All Saints' Day

11/01

Closed

Closed

Armistice Day

11/11

Closed

Closed
Important Information

Gates close progressively by season; plan to exit before posted closing times. Some gates may close earlier than others.

Morning and late afternoon offer gentler crowds and beautiful light. Spring and autumn add color and calm.

For guided tours, booking in advance is advised, especially on weekends and holidays.

Entry is generally free every day; tours are paid. Ceremonies and funerals have priority — please be respectful and adjust your route as needed.