Notre-Dame, Sainte-Chapelle & Conciergerie Walking Tour
Description
At the heart of Paris lies an island that has been sacred for over 2,000 years. On this expert-guided walking tour of Île de la Cité, discover three of the most extraordinary monuments in Europe — Notre-Dame Cathedral, Sainte-Chapelle, and the Conciergerie — brought to life through storytelling, history, and architectural detail most visitors never find. Notre-Dame now stands fully restored after the 2019 fire, more radiant than it has been in a generation. Early morning slots enter the cathedral before the queues form. Small groups only.
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Itinerary
Historical Tour- Morning Tour (0845 and 0900) you will enter NOTRE DAME first for self-Guided Visit and than join Guide for historical tour of NOTRE DAME and ILE DE LA CITE.
After exploring the cathedral, we will take a short, scenic walk to the banks of the River Seine. Here, we'll spend a few minutes discovering the iconic green stalls of the Bouquinistes, a tradition so special it is protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your guide will explain the fascinating history of these open-air book sellers. You'll then have a moment to browse their unique collections of antique books, vintage prints, and charming souvenirs of Paris.
Our tour concludes infront of Sainte-Chapelle
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(19)
Beautiful place too see. . stained glass windows
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Hi Leo, I just wanted to say thank you for the wonderful tour of Notre-Dame with Leo. Your knowledge and the way you explained the history, architecture, and details made the visit truly special and memorable. We really appreciated how engaging and passionate you were—it brought the whole experience to life for us. Thank you again for such an insightful and enjoyable tour! Best regards, Svetlana
Dear Svetlana, Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure sharing the history and architecture of Notre-Dame with you. I’m thrilled to hear that the stories brought the experience to life—it’s guests like you who make my job so rewarding. I hope the rest of your time in Paris was just as memorable! Best regards, Leo
Our guided tour of Notre Dame was, without question, one of the best tours we have experienced in our over 50 years of traveling. Our guide, Shabrez, was personable and very knowledgeable and provided us with a very full and entertaining overview of many interesting aspects of the cathedral. He made our tour enjoyable by using anecdotes, fun historical facts and involved us in the tour through many clever questions. Shabrez is not only a wonderful guide, he would make a great teacher. Overall it was a memorable experience and we thanked Shabrez for making this tour our top experience in our visit to Paris.
Thank you so much for this incredibly kind and thoughtful review. It truly means a lot to us. We’re honored that your Notre-Dame experience with Scenic Zest Tours stands out as one of the best tours you’ve enjoyed in over 50 years of traveling — that’s a distinction we don’t take lightly. Notre-Dame is more than a cathedral to us — it’s a living story — and we’re delighted that the anecdotes, historical insights, and interactive moments made your visit both engaging and memorable. Thank you again for choosing Scenic Zest Tours and for taking the time to share your experience. We hope Paris holds many more unforgettable moments for you, and we’d be honored to welcome you again in the future.
This tour is Second-to None! Shabrez, our guide, combined his extensive knowledge and exceptional people skills, including his excellent communication, infectious enthusiasm, entertaining storytelling and outgoing personality to bring Notre Dame to life and create a memorable experience, one that will soon not be forgotten. Shabrez was extremely interactive and fun, making sure that all our questions were answered. Unable to answer a query at the time, Shabrez went the extra mile to research it and follow-up the next morning with the information, through text. Enjoying our time and learning so much about Notre Dame, we did not want our time with Shabrez to end! When in Paris, do not let this tour pass you by….it truly is Second-to None!
Thank you so much for such a glowing review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you found the Notre Dame, Sainte-Chapelle & Conciergerie walking tour to be a 'Second to None' experience. It was a sincere pleasure sharing the history and stories of these iconic landmarks with you. Your infectious enthusiasm and great questions made the tour just as memorable for us as it was for you. We hope to welcome you back to Paris for another adventure in the future!
Awesome tour. Got to know so much. Found it really informative and fun at the same time. Enjoyed thoroughly. Highly recommend to everyone.
Thank you so much for this amazing review! We're absolutely delighted.
A mostly walking tour mostly about Notre Dame. No entrance to either Notre Dame or St Chapelle. You walk around Notre Dame and go towards St Chapelle but not close to it.
Thank you so much for the 5-star rating! We are happy you enjoyed the tour. You’ve highlighted exactly what makes this experience unique—as an outdoor walking tour, we focus on the incredible architectural history and the 'stories in the stones' that many visitors miss when they are simply waiting in line to enter. By staying on the move, we are able to share the deep history of the Île de la Cité and the evolution of Notre Dame and its neighbors with a focus on the grand historical context. We appreciate your feedback and were glad to have you with us in Paris!
Shanrez was a great guide. The Notre Dame tour was excellent. He was very knowledgeable and shared so many interesting stories, which really brought the history to life. I do wish the tour had included entrance into Notre Dame and Sainte-Chapelle, but I knew that when I booked. He also followed up by texting us lots of helpful information and recommendations for things to see and do for the rest of our trip, which was much appreciated.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled Shabrez could bring the history of Paris to life for you. While this specific tour focuses on the exterior stories, we are so glad the extra recommendations helped you make the most of your trip. It was a pleasure having you.
Really interesting tour - lots of information very clearly explained, Shabrez answered all the questions that we had. I would highly recommend this tour!
Dear Christine, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing Scenic Zest. I am thrilled to hear that you found the tour to be very informative and interesting. It was my pleasure to answer all your questions and share the rich history of the area with you. Your high recommendation means a great deal to me. I hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Paris! Best regards, Shabrez
Our guide with Scenic Zest was the best we've ever had—truly exceptional. Their storytelling was captivating, and they surprised us with skip-the-line access to Notre Dame, which was a wonderful highlight. Everything was seamless, and their genuine hospitality made the experience unforgettable. We can't recommend them highly enough
Thank you for such incredibly kind words. It was a pleasure sharing stories with you
Our guide with Scenic Zest was the best we've ever had, bringing history to life with captivating stories. They surprised us with skip-the-line access to Notre Dame and ensured our visit to Sainte-Chapelle was seamless. Their genuine hospitality and exceptional service made it truly hard to say goodbye. We wholeheartedly recommend them for an unforgettable experience.
Thank you for this incredibly heartfelt review. Being called the 'best you've ever had' is a huge honor, but hearing it was hard to say goodbye truly means the most.
