Highlights
- Step inside the restored Notre-Dame with cathedral access
- Stroll Île de la Cité, birthplace of Parisian history and legend
- Choose Escorted Entrance to Notre Dame or Guided Visit Inside the Cathedral
- See Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie from the outside
- Hear vivid stories of kings, rebels, saints, and revolutionaries
Description
Be among the first to visit the restored Notre-Dame Cathedral on this unforgettable guided experience in the heart of Paris. Over 1.5 hours, wander the cobbled streets and historic landmarks of Île de la Cité, the island where Paris was born, before stepping inside the world’s most iconic Gothic masterpiece.
Your journey begins at Pont Neuf, the city’s oldest bridge, with sweeping views of the Seine and Notre-Dame’s towers. From here, your expert guide leads you across the island, revealing centuries of Parisian history—from medieval monarchs and revolutionaries to hidden courtyards and quiet squares. Stroll past landmarks like the Conciergerie, once a royal palace turned prison, and admire the dazzling stained glass of Sainte-Chapelle from the outside.
The highlight awaits as you enter Notre-Dame Cathedral itself. After years of painstaking restoration following the 2019 fire, the cathedral once again opens its doors, revealing soaring vaults, luminous chapels, and sacred relics. A triumph of resilience and craftsmanship, Notre-Dame reclaims its place as the soul of Paris.
Depending on the option you choose, you’ll either enjoy access with time to explore the interior at your own pace or upgrade to a guided interior tour led by an expert who reveals the masterpieces, symbolism, and restoration work that brought Notre-Dame back to life.
Includes
Access to the restored interior of Notre-Dame Cathedral
1.5-hour guided tour with expert English-speaking local guide
Group/semi-private option: explore Notre-Dame interior at your own pace
If selected, upgrade your tour with a Guided Visit Inside Notre Dame
Guided walking tour of Île de la Cité
See the exteriors of Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie
Excludes
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities (optional)
Access to the cathedral towers
Important Information
- The duration of the tour includes a 1-hour guided walk and approximately 30 minutes of self-guided time in the Cathedral
This service ends at Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral
Except for a few specific areas within the cathedral, non-flash photography is permitted. Photography poles are prohibited
This tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for those requiring special assistance or those with strollers or baby carriages
The entrance to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is free and open to all
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
