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Notre-Dame Interior or Exterior Tour with Scheduled Group Access

4.5(451)1 hour
VIATOR4.4(134)TRIPADVISOR4.6(317)

Description

Discover 850 years of history at the newly reopened Notre-Dame Cathedral. Learn about its Gothic architecture, sacred art, and role in Parisian culture through one of three guided options: Interior Guided Tour (Exterior + Interior Guided): Start with a 30-minute guided walk around the Cathedral, then enjoy scheduled access for a 30-minute guided visit inside. Stay as long as you wish afterward. (Max. 25 guests.) Exterior Guided Tour with Interior Access: Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the exterior, then use your scheduled access to explore the interior on your own. (Max. 25 guests.) Semi-Private Guided Tour: A small-group experience (max. 5) combining a 30-minute guided tour outside and 30 minutes inside via regular entry, offering a relaxed and personal pace. The tour is available with an English- or French-speaking guide, depending on the selected option. Admission to Notre-Dame is free as it’s a place of worship; charges apply only for guided services.

Tour Options

Semi-private Tour in English
  • Semi Private Max 5 Guests Notre-Dame Semi Private Tour: Notre Dame semi private exterior and interior tour with regular access with an English guide.
Notre Dame Outside Guided Tour
  • Outside Tour + Regular Access: Enjoy an exterior walking tour of Notre-Dame, followed by regular access to explore the cathedral at your own pace. Duration: 45 minutes
Interior Tour-Scheduled Access
  • 25 pax group Notre-Dame de Paris Tour: Exterior and Interior tour with scheduled access
Semi-private Tour in French
  • Semi Private Max 5 Guests Notre-Dame Semi Private Tour: Notre Dame semi-private exterior and interior tour with regular access and a French guide.
Exterior Tour-Scehduled Access
  • 25 pax group Exterior with Scheduled Access: Scheduled Access to Notre-Dame includes a cathedral’s exterior walking tour. Inside you will be exploring on your own.

Itinerary

Explore the newly reopened Notre-Dame Cathedral with or without a licensed guide. Admire the soaring Gothic arches, radiant stained glass, and sacred artworks. Learn about 850 years of history, from medieval Paris to Napoleon’s coronation and Victor Hugo’s famous novel. Choose a self-guided group entry or a guided visit led by a certified professional guide (up to 25 people), officially authorized to interpret France’s historic monuments. Enjoy a smooth and organized experience via the official group rentry, allowing you to focus on history, architecture, and the spirit of this sacred space. L’entrée à la Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris est libre et gratuite. Les prestations proposées sont indépendantes de l’entrée dans l’édifice. Entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral is free and open to all. The services offered are independent from entrance to the site.

Highlights

Guided tour with an English-speaking guide
Access to both exterior and interior areas of Notre-Dame Cathedral, depending on the chosen option
Max 5 guests for semi-private tours
Small-group sizes: Max 25 guests for group tours
Regular standard access to the Cathedral (for semi-private tours)
Scheduled access only with Group tours ( Exterior and Interior)

What's included

Included
Guided tour with an English-speaking guide
Access to both exterior and interior areas of Notre-Dame Cathedral, depending on the chosen option
Max 5 guests for semi-private tours
Small-group sizes: Max 25 guests for group tours
Regular standard access to the Cathedral (for semi-private tours)
Scheduled access only with Group tours ( Exterior and Interior)
Not included
Tips
Scheduled access for Semi-private groups
Transportation to/from the meeting point
Food and beverages
Access to restricted areas of the Cathedral (e.g., towers, crypt)

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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.
  • The cathedral is a place of worship and follows religious monument rules. Guests are required to dress modestly — no short skirts, shorts, sleeveless, low-cut tops.

Reviews(451)

4.5
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