Notre-Dame Tour with Access to the Cathedral
Description
Discover the heart of Paris on a guided walking tour of Ile de la Cité, starting at historic Pont Neuf. Explore hidden gems like Place Dauphine, stroll past the Conciergerie and Sainte-Chapelle, and hear stories of kings, revolutionaries, and medieval life. Your guide will share the history and symbolism of Notre-Dame de Paris before leading you to the cathedral. Inside the newly reopened masterpiece, admire its stained glass, soaring vaults, and centuries of history revealed through its restoration. Depending on the option you choose: Guided Ile de la Cité Walk + Guided Visit Inside Notre Dame Enjoy a guided walk on Ile de la Cité, then explore Notre Dame with a certified guide who brings its art, architecture, and restoration to life. Ile de la Cité Walk + Notre Dame Escorted Entrance (Group or Semi-Private) Walk Ile de la Cité with your guide before receiving escorted entry to Notre Dame, where you explore the restored cathedral on your own.
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Itinerary
Explore the heart of medieval Paris, learning how this small island became the birthplace of the city.
Stroll along the riverbanks and take in beautiful views of historic bridges and Parisian life by the water.
Admire the striking Gothic exterior of this royal chapel as you pass by, known for its soaring architecture and magnificent stained-glass windows.
Discover this former royal palace and prison, where the French Revolution left its mark and Marie Antoinette spent her final days.
Explore the legendary Notre-Dame de Paris with priority access to its beautifully restored Gothic interior. After an introduction from your guide outside, you’ll step inside to admire soaring ceilings, radiant stained glass, and centuries of history in one of Paris’s most iconic landmarks. Recently reopened after extensive restoration, Notre-Dame is once again a must-see for every visitor. Depending on the option you choose, you can either: - Group Tour or Semi-Private Tour (max 5 guests): enjoy a self-guided visit inside the cathedral after your guide’s introduction, giving you time to explore at your own pace. - Guided Visit Inside Notre Dame: continue inside with your guide for an escorted cathedral visit, offering deeper insights and a more personal experience.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The entrance to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is free and open to all. The services offered are independent of access to the interior of the building.
- Please note that Notre Dame de Paris remains an active place of worship. As such, access may be limited or the tour subject to change or cancellation without prior notice due to religious services.
- Extra measures may be implemented due to heightened global security. As a result, we may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering Notre Dame Cathedram. Extra measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought inside. Luggage and large bags are prohibited. Please note that all visitors will undergo security checks upon entry.
- The tour including the Cathedral lasts 1h30 and consists of a 1-hour guided walk followed by approximately 30 minutes of self-guided time inside the Cathedral.
- If option is selected, you can upgrade your tour with a Guided Visit Inside Notre Dame - 30 min walking tour and 1h guided tour of the Cathedral
- This tour involves a fair amount of walking, comfortable shoes are recommended.
Reviews(720)
Ami was fun and had lots of interesting stories to tell. It’s great to get some back story when seeing all the sites around the chapels
Abi was very congenial and informative. She encouraged questions and asked thought provoking questions.
Miriam was our guide and she was great and funny in same time. Good tour. Worth of money.
Riti was exceptional! Amazing tour experience.
We had an excellent experience with Karine. She was very knowledgeable and engaging, and responded fully to all the group's questions. We learned a lot about French history in a short period of time. She also was adept at guiding us through the huge crowd at Notre Dame cathedral. Overall, we benefited from having only 5 participants in our group, which allowed more individual time with Karine. We would highly recommend this tour to others.
Sonia was great. Very nice and informative.
A nice learning experience about Notre Dame. We prefer the guided tours so you can learn things you wouldn’t normally know. You also have the opportunity to ask questions.
Our guide Melanie took our small group (9) on a great tour of the island and the grounds of Notre Dame. She was able to also give us a great deal of the history that made this place.
Sidi was a great tour guide with lots of energy and knowledge about the area. Loved the tour and would highly recommend!
Sidi was an incredible guide, knowledgeable and very engaging. nice to hear all the history behind
