Paris City Passes — Compared
Every Go City Paris pass reviewed and compared in one place. Find the right pass for your trip length, budget, and what’s on your Paris must-do list.
Paris has two Go City pass formats — a flexible credits pass and a consecutive-day all-inclusive. Both cover a similar pool of 25–30+ attractions. The right choice depends on how long you’re staying and how you like to travel. This guide covers both in full, with a side-by-side comparison to help you decide quickly.
All-Inclusive Pass
Explorer Pass
Comparison
- Staying 2–5 days and want to see as much as possible
- First-time visitor who wants all the iconic landmarks
- Prefer unlimited access without counting credits
- Travelling with family who want flexibility day-to-day
- Want Versailles included without extra decisions
- Staying 4+ days or splitting time between cities
- Have a clear shortlist of 3–5 specific attractions
- Prefer a relaxed, spread-out pace
- Returning visitor who’s already seen some classics
- Want a lower upfront cost with flexibility over 30 days
| Paris Pass Plus | Explorer Pass | |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Unlimited · 2–5 consecutive days | Choose 2–7 attractions |
| Starting price | from €79 | from €59 |
| Validity | Consecutive calendar days | 30 days — non-consecutive |
| Includes Versailles | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes (as a credit) |
| Best trip length | 2–5 days, packed | 4+ days, relaxed pace |
| Max savings | Up to 40% | Up to 30–40% |
| Includes Metro | ✗ No | ✗ No |
Prices are indicative. Always verify the current rate at checkout. Both passes require advance reservations for popular attractions such as the Eiffel Tower and Versailles.
🗼 Eiffel Tower (summit)
Both passes include summit access — the highest of the three levels. Visit at dusk for the unforgettable transition from golden hour to Paris’s glittering evening light show. Book your slot immediately after purchase.
🎨 The Louvre Museum
The world’s most visited art museum, home to the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and over 35,000 works. Allow a minimum of three hours and book timed-entry in advance — all visitors must reserve a slot.
🏰 Palace of Versailles
Louis XIV’s magnificent château sits 40 minutes from central Paris by RER. Dedicate a full day — the State Apartments, Hall of Mirrors, and vast gardens alone take 6–7 hours. Reserve timed entry early.
🖼 Musée d’Orsay
Housed in a converted railway station, the d’Orsay holds the world’s finest collection of Impressionist art — Monet, Renoir, Degas, Van Gogh, and Cézanne. Closed Mondays; busiest at weekends.
⛵ Bateaux Parisiens Seine Cruise
A classic Paris experience — gliding past Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and the Eiffel Tower from the water. Best enjoyed at sunset or after dark when Paris is illuminated. One of the most memorable inclusions.
⛪ Sainte-Chapelle
One of Paris’s most breathtaking Gothic interiors. The upper chapel’s 15 towering stained-glass windows and rose window are among the most beautiful sights in France. Often overlooked — never forgotten.
The Eiffel Tower summit and Palace of Versailles require timed-entry reservations even with a pass. Book both immediately after purchase — summit slots in summer fill weeks ahead.
- The Eiffel Tower is the single most important advance booking — summit slots in July and August can sell out weeks ahead. Book immediately after receiving your pass.
- Versailles deserves a full day — don’t try to combine it with other major attractions. The palace, state apartments, and gardens alone will fill the day.
- The Louvre is closed on Tuesdays; Musée d’Orsay is closed on Mondays — plan your itinerary around these closed days to avoid wasted visits.
- Download the Go City app before you arrive — your pass QR code lives here. Use it to check opening hours, book timed-entry slots, and plan your days.
- Paris is highly walkable — the Louvre, Tuileries, d’Orsay, Sainte-Chapelle, and Notre-Dame are all within easy walking distance along the Seine.
- Paris passes do not include public transport — buy a Navigo Easy card or Metro tickets separately. A weekly Navigo pass is worth it for stays of five days or more.
