Notre Dame Cathedral: Exterior Guided Tour & Unscheduled Access

Notre Dame Cathedral: Exterior Guided Tour & Unscheduled Access

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Free cancellation available
1h
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Multiple languages

Overview

Experience the majestic Notre Dame Cathedral like never before with this expert-led walking tour of its iconic exterior, followed by free entry to explore the interior at your own pace.

Begin your tour with an insightful walk around the cathedral’s breathtaking façade. Admire soaring Gothic architecture, flying buttresses, legendary gargoyles, and the powerful symbolism carved into every detail. Your local guide brings centuries of history to life.

After the guided portion, you'll be able to enter the cathederial in the general admission line ( this is free ), allowing you to step inside and explore independently. Be captivated by the vibrant stained-glass rose windows, sacred relics including the Crown of Thorns, and the awe-inspiring interior — all with the context and stories shared during your tour.

Why Choose Us?
-Expert-guided tour highlighting Notre Dame’s exterior.
-Expert-led stories that bring the cathedral’s history to life.
-Explore Notre Dame's Interior at your Leisure

Activity location

Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
- 6 Parvis Notre-Dame, Place Jean-Paul II
- 75004, Paris, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

11 Rue Lagrange
- 11 Rue Lagrange
- 75005, Paris, Île-de-France, France

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Notre Dame Exterior Tour

1h
English

Duration: 1 hour: The guided portion of this tour is 50 minutes

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 16:30

Price details

P 2,437.28 x 1 AdultP 2,437.28

Total

Until Sun, Feb 22

What's included, what's not

Free Entry- Use the General Admission - There is no charge for this
Expert Tour Guide
Guided tour of the exterior of Notre Dame
Private transportation
Guided Tour inside of Notre Dame - This is self guided

Know before you book

Service animals allowed
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.
To access the cathedral, you have the option to book a free time slot on the cathedral’s official website. You may also walk in without a booking; however, please be aware that queues can be long during peak times and seasons.
* Please note that exceptional closures of Notre-Dame may occur at the last minute. We invite you to plan your visit in advance and check the official website of Notre-Dame to check if your date is likely to be affected by a closure at the following address: https://www.notredamedeparis.fr/en/. No refunds will be given in the event of the cathedral closing. If the interior is closed, an enhanced exterior tour will be offered for one hour. *

Activity itinerary

Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

1h

Step into history as you enter the awe-inspiring Notre Dame Cathedral, reborn after the devastating fire. Marvel at the breathtaking nave, radiant rose windows, and sacred relics like the revered Crown of Thorns. Gain powerful insights from your guide during the exterior tour, then explore the cathedral's interior on a self-guided journey that promises to leave you deeply moved. Feel the anticipation as you join visitors from around the world to witness the rebirth of this global icon. Entry is through the general admission line, where the wait (sometime long) becomes part of the story—a testament to the significance of this moment. With our expertly guided insights, your visit to Notre Dame will be both rich and unforgettable.

Location

Activity location

Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
- 6 Parvis Notre-Dame, Place Jean-Paul II
- 75004, Paris, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

11 Rue Lagrange
- 11 Rue Lagrange
- 75005, Paris, Île-de-France, France

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