Paris Notre Dame & Île de la Cite: Max 6 People Group or Private
Description
Right in the center of the Seine you will find beautiful Île de la Cité, the birthplace of Paris and home to its beloved Notre Dame Cathedral. This Ile de la Cite Tour will take you through this storied island’s gorgeous Gothic churches and historic buildings, either in a semi-private small group of MAX 6 PEOPLE, guaranteed, or in your very own private tour - both options are available! Hear stories of Notre Dame and learn of the Parisian pride and the city’s efforts to rebuild this icon; see Place Dauphine, Conciergerie, Île Saint-Louis, Pont Marie in Le Marais and more with your local expert guide.
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Itinerary
Your journey begins on Rue Galande in the vibrant Latin Quarter.
Begin your tour in the lively Latin Quarter, where you’ll discover the historic atmosphere of medieval Paris along one of the area’s most charming streets.
Your tour continues to one of the most beloved spots of Paris, the Medieval masterpiece known as the Notre Dame Cathedral. Although Parisians are still shocked by the devastating 2019 fire, they are working tirelessly to rebuild this masterpiece for future generations.
Pause outside two of Paris’s oldest churches while your guide introduces the key features of Gothic architecture found throughout the city.
You will pause here to observe Saint-Séverin, learning to identify Gothic features and compare them with those of Notre-Dame Cathedral.
Wander through the island’s historic streets as your guide shares stories that reveal daily life in medieval Paris.
Stroll along the Seine to view these historic landmarks while learning about the rise of the French monarchy and the imprisonment of Marie Antoinette.
Step into one of Paris’s most elegant squares, offering a peaceful contrast to the busy streets nearby.
Finish your tour on Paris’s oldest bridge, where sweeping views of the Seine provide the perfect conclusion to your journey through the city’s history.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Places of worship have strict dress code requirements for entry. All participants are required to have shoulders and knees covered (no tank tops or short dresses) to enter
- Notre-Dame is an active place of worship and may occasionally close without prior notice for liturgical services. In such cases, your guide will adapt the itinerary to include an exterior visit of the cathedral and an interior visit of Saint-Séverin Church. Please note that no compensation will be provided under these circumstances.
Reviews(43)
Ife was our fabulous guide! I learned so much and it was incredibly enjoyable and instructive! Highly recommend!
Ife was a wonderful tour guide. He gave us great info and was very interesting and engaging, friendly and kind. Loved our time with him!
Ruth was a very friendly guide. She was prompt to our meeting spot and began on time. She was extremely knowledgeable about Ile de la Cite and Notre Dame. She made sure to take time to explain information slowly so we could comprehend everything. She allowed us ample time to look at, study and photograph the things we were seeing on the tour. She allowed time along the way and at the end for questions, too. Very enjoyable, educational and fun tour! Thank you, Ruth!
Adam was amazing! Knowledgeable, friendly and informative. Would highly recommend!
Adam was amazing. So informative and learned so much that we would not have known without a guide. Highly recommend him for any of your Paris tours but especially Notre Dame! Thanks Adam.
This was a delightful tour! We loved walking through the city and Notre Dame with Diane Roger. She was prompt, professional and very informative. We enjoyed getting to know her perspective on the history of Notre Dame and the Ile de la Cite. She was more than gracious and gave us great recommendations for restaurants as well!
Fabulous tour with Jennifer, the Liv Tours guide. Friendly, knowledgeable and passionate about Paris, we learnt so much from her. Loved this tour and our guide; would highly recommend
Perfect tour with Maria. Very interesting, fun and entertaining! Super advised!
Our guide, Sophia, was incredibly knowledgeable about the architecture and history of Paris. She spoke wonderful English and was extremely nice. My husband and I have been on several Liv Tours in Italy, and this one did not disappoint!
Such a fun tour. Linda was delightful and so knowledgeable. She shared the history and legends of the sites in a way that brought them to life and engaged us in the drama and excitement of history. She shared insights into local communities that we could only learn from an experienced and passionate Parisian. We had so much fun and wished the tour could go on longer.
