Notre Dame Cathedral Small-Group Interior & Exterior Guided Tour
(12) Reviews
Paris
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
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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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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.
Highlights
1 hour and 45 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 45 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
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
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
Paris Today
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.
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
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Seine River
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.
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Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
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.
1 hour and 30 minutes
Notre Dame Cathedral Small-Group Interior & Exterior Guided Tour
(12) Reviews
Paris
About
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.
Highlights
1 hour and 45 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 45 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
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
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
Paris Today
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.