Notre Dame Cathedral Small-Group Interior & Exterior Guided Tour

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   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.

   15 minutes•Admission free

2. 2

   1st Arrondissement

   Ile de la Cité

   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.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free•See on map

3. 3

   4th Arrondissement

   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.

   1h 30m•Admission free•See on map

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.

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Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• 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.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• Please meet your guide 15 minutes prior to the starting time of the tour. Entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral is organized through the general public line and must respect the schedule; late arrivals cannot be guaranteed. Please note that this voucher does not grant direct access to the cathedral. Your guide will manage the group entry at the site. Please present your booking voucher on your mobile phone to the guide at the meeting point — no need to print it.

Cancellation and refunds

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.