Île de la Cité & Exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral Tour, Paris

very knowledgeable guide, never boring, clear explanation

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On this tour of the Île de la Cité and the exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral, we'll learn about the history of one of the most important monuments in Paris and see the inside of the cathedral with an audio guide in English.

Details

Duration

2 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

English–speaking guide outside Notre Dame
Audio guide in English in the interior of Notre Dame

Not included

Reservation of the free admission to the cathedral of Notre Dame
Earphones

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

21 Rue d’Arcole, 75004 Paris

Where does the activity end?

Notre Dame Cathedral

Reviews of our customers

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August 7, 2026
Damiana
Brescia, Italy
very knowledgeable guide, never boring, clear explanation
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Valentin
Figueres, Spain
Punctual and friendly, he showed us and explained the history of the places we visited with complete clarity and professional interest. He informed an...
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Madrid, Spain
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Cdmx, Mexico
The guide was very friendly and had interesting stories.
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Argentina
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Barcelona, Spain
The guide was very intelligent and dynamic. Despite being in heavy rain, she led the activity very well.
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La Serena, Chile
Leonora the guide was very friendly. Everything was perfect, very good.
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Madrid, Spain
Luz was very attentive and explained everything very well. It was a shame the weather was terrible during the tour and we couldn't see some things pro...
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Laura Martínez Ramiro
Madrid, Spain
We took the tour with Luz and she made the visit very enjoyable, telling us interesting facts and being very attentive throughout the tour.
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Penélope
Spain
Our guide was very attentive, trying to answer all our questions. The visit to the crypt wasn't worth it; we almost didn't get there because it closes...
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Tour Details

We'll meet at the indicated time on Rue d'Arcole, just a few metres from Notre Dame Cathedral. From there, we'll start our walking tour of the Île de la Cité, one of the oldest and most emblematic areas of Paris.

For about an hour, we'll explore the secrets of this little island in the middle of the Seine, considered to be the birthplace of Paris. We'll stroll through its cobbled streets as we relive the past, from the Roman foundation of Lutetia to the Gothic Paris of the Middle Ages.

The star of the visit will undoubtedly be the Notre Dame Cathedral. We'll stop in front of its façade to admire its sculptures, gargoyles and rose windows. While we admire the exterior of the church, we'll explain the symbolism of its architecture and the different stages of its construction. A fascinating history lesson!

We'll also tell you about the impact of the 2019 fire and the restoration work that has been carried out since then. You'll be impressed!

Once you have finished your guided tour of the exterior, you'll have the opportunity to continue exploring the interior of Notre Dame by yourself, thanks to a handy audio guide, which you can download to your phone via an app. This tool will allow you to learn about the stories, legends and architectural details of this icon of European Gothic architecture as you stroll through its naves at your own pace. Admission to the cathedral is completely free of charge.

A visit to the interior of Notre Dame with an audio guide typically lasts about an hour.

Tour Details

We'll also tell you about the impact of the 2019 fire and the restoration work that has been carried out since then. You'll be impressed!

A visit to the interior of Notre Dame with an audio guide typically lasts about an hour.

Île de la Cité & Exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral Tour