Visit

A living heritage. Every space in the Comédie-Française speaks of its history, its richness and specificity stemming from more than three centuries of continuous activity. The library-museum team, under the direction of its curator-archivist, is responsible for the preservation and promotion of the exceptional heritage of the House of Molière.

Family tours

The house of Molière
Come discover the Salle Richelieu with a special family tour! Take a fun, interactive walk through a historical theatre and find out what’s going on backstage, travel through the centuries from Molière’s time to our own, and gather helpful information for audience-members-to-be.
Suitable for age 8 and up

Rate Full price 12€ - Under 15 years old 8€ - Beneficiary of welfare support 6€
When Saturday and Sunday morning at 11 am
Duration 1h

Historical tours

All of the Comédie-Française’s areas have their own history. The torch having been passed on for over three centuries, the house has gathered an exceptional collection of pictures and sculptures depicting the Comédie-Française’s authors, actors, or daily life. Discover this unique collection at the Salle-Richelieu with guided tours about the history and innerworkings of the Troupe from 1680 to our current time.
Suitable for age 15 and up

En français
Tarif Plein tarif 15€ - Moins de 28 ans ou demandeur d'emploi 12€ - minima sociaux 8€
Quand Le samedi à 10h et le dimanche à 10h et 10h30
Durée 1h30

Information and reservations

In English
Rate Full price 15€ - Under 28 years old or jobseeker 12€ - Beneficiary of welfare support 8€
When Saturday at 10:30 am
Duration 1h30

Information and reservations

Important

  • If you are in a wheelchair, to facilitate your visit, please contact the theatre at the following address: accessibilite@comedie-francaise.org
  • Meeting point for visits: 1 Place Colette, 75001 Paris
  • Visitors must arrive on time, with their tickets and proof of eligibility for reductions. The proof of eligibility must be presented to the guide along with the tickets.
  • No duplicates or exchange of tickets is possible.
  • The tour begins under the peristyle of the Comédie-Française, next to the ticket desk.
  • Visitors may not leave the visit before the end.
  • Photography is prohibited during the visit.

Tours of the Salle Richelieu in French sign language

In collaboration with Accès Culture, the Comédie-Française offers tours in French Sign Language to help you discover this one-of-a-kind theatre house.
Suitable for age 8 and up

Rate 8€
When Saturday 6th of December at 10:30 A.M.
Duration 1h30

How to book
accessibilite@comedie-francaise.org
Tel. +33 1 44 58 15 14
Monday to Friday from 11 am to 5 pm

With the support of the General Delegation for the French Language and the Languages of France (Ministry of Culture and Communication).

Special interactive touch tours

Take a historical tour of the Salle Richelieu’s public areas
Discover the history of the Comédie-Française and its three pillars: the Troupe, the Repertoire and the Alternating Productions. A sensory journey where smell and touch help you discover the Salle Richelieu.
Suitable for age 8 and up

Rate 8€
When Sunday 23rd of November at 10:30 A.M.
Duration 2H

Take a historical and technical tour of the Vieux-Colombier
Learn more about the theatre’s history by getting on stage and behind the scenes, and discover the backstage areas and dressing rooms. Find out about the crafts and technical trades that make the show through a sensory experience.
Suitable for age 8 and up

Rate 8€
When Sunday 7th of December at 10:30 A.M.
Duration 2H

How to book
accessibilite@comedie-francaise.org
Tel. +33 1 44 58 15 14
Monday to Friday from 11 am to 5 pm

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    the 25-26 season

  • Smart glasses

    English subtitles

SAISON 2025-2026

Attention : en raison d'une forte demande, les cartes "famille" et "adulte" 2025-2026 ne sont plus disponibles.

Les réservations pour les Cartes et les Individuels se feront uniquement sur Internet et par téléphone au 01 44 58 15 15 (du lundi au samedi de 11h à 18h). Aucune place ne sera vendue aux guichets avant septembre pour la saison 2025-2026

VIGIPIRATE

En raison des mesures de sécurité renforcées dans le cadre du plan Vigipirate « Urgence attentat », nous vous demandons de vous présenter 30 minutes avant le début de la représentation afin de faciliter le contrôle.

Nous vous rappelons également qu’un seul sac (de type sac à main, petit sac à dos) par personne est admis dans l’enceinte des trois théâtres de la Comédie-Française. Tout spectateur ou spectatrice se présentant muni d’autres sacs (sac de courses, bagage) ou objets encombrants, se verra interdire l’entrée des bâtiments.

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