Notre Dame Cathedral Small-Group Interior & Exterior Guided Tour
- 1h 45m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Step inside the story of Notre-Dame Cathedral with a licensed guide leading a small group of no more than 9 guests. Explore the cathedral inside and out as you discover its Gothic masterpieces, hidden symbolism, and remarkable history, from medieval Paris to the dramatic events of the 2019 fire and restoration. With scheduled group access and expert commentary throughout, experience Notre-Dame in a more meaningful and memorable way.
Inclusions
What's included
- Learn fascinating stories about the cathedral’s rich history and Gothic design
- Benefit from scheduled access for your small group
- Discover the ongoing restoration following the 2019 fire
- Enjoy a small, intimate group experience with 9 guests or fewer
- Explore Notre Dame Cathedral inside and out with a fully guided tour
What's not
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
We start our tour with a short stroll across the beautiful Ile de la Cite, an island in the River Seine which is home to some of the best medieval and gothic architecture in Paris, including of course Notre Dame Cathedral.
Ile de la Cité sits on the Seine River, in the heart of the city. We'll cross the river on our way to Notre Dame Cathedral.
Discover the newly restored Notre-Dame Cathedral in the company of an expert local guide. Begin outside with an introduction to the cathedral's magnificent Gothic façade, where your guide will reveal the stories behind its sculpted portals, flying buttresses, gargoyles, and centuries of history. Learn how Notre-Dame became the spiritual heart of Paris and one of the most celebrated monuments in the world. You'll then enter the cathedral with your group's scheduled access. Using individual headsets, you'll continue to follow your guide's commentary as you explore the interior together. Inside, admire the soaring vaulted ceilings, towering stone columns, and the spectacular stained-glass windows, including the famous Rose Windows. Discover the cathedral's remarkable journey through the centuries, from medieval craftsmanship and royal ceremonies to the devastating 2019 fire and the extraordinary restoration that has returned Notre-Dame to its former glory.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide inside Paris Today boutique, 2 Quai de Gesvres, 75004 Paris (Metro Hôtel de Ville). Look for the guide with an orange lanyard. Please arrive 15 min early. Dress respectfully: no shorts, sleeveless shirts, or inappropriate attire.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 9 travellers
- Operated by
- Memories France
- 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 Notre-Dame is a church, please dress accordingly. Ensure your shoulders are covered and that shorts and skirts are below the knee. The staff at Notre-Dame reserve the right to refuse entrance to visitors not dressed appropriately.
How it compares in Paris
- Its from-price is 56% below the median of the 640 city tours we list in Paris.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 171 of 640.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Paris
Paris pairs grand boulevards and riverside monuments with café terraces, art collections of global stature and neighbourhoods that feel like villages.
The Seine runs through the heart of the city, past the Île de la Cité with Notre-Dame and the Sainte-Chapelle, the long façade of the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay in its former railway station. Downriver, the Eiffel Tower rises over the Champ de Mars, and the Arc de Triomphe crowns the Champs-Élysées.
Top-ranked sights in Paris: Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower, 4th Arrondissement.
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