This 90-minute tour offers a detailed exploration of Notre-Dame led by an expert licensed guide. The tour begins with a guided walk around the exterior, where your guide will provide historical context for the building's magnificent architecture. They'll explain the significance of its famous gargoyles and discuss the impact and progress of the post-2019 fire restoration.

The second part of the tour is a full hour inside the cathedral. With audio headsets, you will be able to clearly hear your guide as they lead you through the nave, chapels, and more. This guided experience inside is designed to highlight the details you might miss on your own. You'll learn about the architecture, see the scale of the stained-glass windows up close, and hear stories about the art and historical events that have unfolded within these walls.

This is an opportunity to truly understand the history and resilience of one of the world's most famous cathedrals. You can also add on a scenic Seine river cruise to see Notre-Dame and many more Parisian landmarks from the water.

Why you’ll love this…

You'll discover the cathedral's intricate exterior
The stunning art and stained glass will dazzle you
You can hear stories of its pivotal role in French history
There's an upgrade option to see Paris from the Seine on a narrated cruise

Important to know

Accessibility:

This tour is accessible for both wheelchairs and strollers

Know in advance:

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. The ticket you purchase is for a guided tour
The boat tour is narrated in both English and French and can be taken anytime during your trip
For the Seine river cruise upgrade (if option selected): Your guide will give you instructions on where to find the boat. Your ticket is good for a one-hour cruise on the Seine up to a year from the date of your tour. Make sure to arrive on time for your tour to receive your ticket — if you miss your tour, you won’t be able to pick up your cruise ticket. Reservations aren’t required for the cruise. Just show up 20 minutes early with your ticket. The boat ride is roundtrip, starting and ending at this meeting point near the Eiffel Tower.

Cancellation policy

Please note that this experience is non-refundable, even if cancelled in advance.

What’s included

Audio-guided tour
Guided walking tour

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Notre Dame, Paris, France

Meeting point:

Meet your guide in front of the statue of Charlemagne. Your guide will be holding an orange sign that says ExperienceFirst. Plan to show up 15 minutes early. The tour starts promptly, and you may not be able to catch up if you arrive late.