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Notre-Dame de Paris Archeological Crypt Tickets

Inside underground archeological crypt, Notre dame, Paris

Notre-Dame Cathedral crypt entrance with exhibition tickets, Paris.

Painitng of Panoramic View of Paris in 1588, from the Roofs of the Louvre displayed at Archeological crypt, Notre Dame, Paris

Discover Parisian origins in this tour of the archeological crypt beneath the Notre-Dame. Enjoy the Seine exhibition and explore the Île de la Cité island remains.

Highlights

Located beneath the esplanade of the Notre Dame Cathedral, the archeological crypt offers an immersive journey into the depths of Parisian history.
Discover the metamorphosis of the prehistoric Île de la Cité island with developing streets and churches as Paris developed over 2000 years!
From Antiquity to the 20th century, the visit unveils the capital's lengthy adventure.
Check out the “Dans la Seine” exhibit – unveiling everyday objects from the river in first century AD.
Did you know? The Notre Dame crypt holds remnants of Paris' oldest port, dating back to the Gallo-Roman era, offering a glimpse into the city's very beginnings.

Inclusions

Entry to the archeological crypt
Access to the current exhibition “Dans la Seine”

Exclusions

Entry to the Notre Dame cathedral and tower

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 1 Jan, 2025.

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Henry

4/5

Oct, 2024

Very educational, and it's good to have the information available in other languages. Our group's children and adults both found the tour to be enjoyable.

Llewellyn

5/5

Aug, 2024

The fact that it was located underground was eerie but fascinating when we were shown the history of Laetitia. The video showing the way the area looked in Roman times was also great and added to the experience. Although the area wasn't massive there was enough to look at and I was intrigued and mesmerised.

Hernando

5/5

Aug, 2024

What I really liked is the privileged site of this archaeological excavation, its historical content and the ease with which it helped me to transport me to the time in which the forms and customs of the time in which they traded, transported goods and passengers are related. It provided me with a very common lesson: what starts well and is kept in permanent improvement, will improve in the future. Despite its good condition, the exhibition is in need of some renovation, in its lighting and museography.

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Delia

5/5

Oct, 2024

The fact that I could see the Monalisa made my experience memorable

Dixie

5/5

Oct, 2024

Interesting exhibits, friendly staff

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Ticket validity

These tickets are valid until 1 Jan, 2025.

Your experience

Discover Parisian history & crypt exhibitions

Discover the very beginnings of Paris City as you tour the archaeological crypt situated beneath the Notre Dame cathedral. Start with an overview of the urban and architectural development of the Île de la Cité – the historical heart of Paris from the first century AD and a result of several small islands that came together as a defense from the Germanic invasion in Paris. Marvel at the remains of the Hôtel-Dieu hospital and the rue Neuve Notre-Dame street – both significant Middle Age constructions around the Notre Dame cathedral. Next, head to one of the several exhibitions about the crypt that take place all year round!

Unveiling Paris’s story through Seine’s artifacts

The archeological crypt offers more than excavated artifacts – running a series of exhibits throughout the year. Be awed at the 150 objects collected from the Seine with each representing an episode of Parisian history at the “Dans la Seine'' exhibit. The exhibition showcases human settlements from the banks of the river in Prehistoric times, and later in antiquity, to the urban development implemented by the Romans. Your young ones can enjoy the storytelling event, "Le Garum venu de Rome". The focus? Discovering the Gallo-Roman period through the museum's archaeological remains!

Operating hours

Archaeological Crypt of the Ile de la Cité

Monday	11:00 AM - 07:00 PM	last entry 06:20 PM
Tuesday	Closed	last entry 06:20 PM
Wednesday	11:00 AM - 07:00 PM	last entry 06:20 PM
Thursday	11:00 AM - 09:00 PM	last entry 08:20 PM
Friday	11:00 AM - 07:00 PM	last entry 06:20 PM
Saturday	11:00 AM - 07:00 PM	last entry 06:20 PM
Sunday	11:00 AM - 07:00 PM	last entry 06:20 PM

Know before you go

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

The Notre Dame Cathedral is closed for renovation until further notice.
There are no toilets inside the location but you can find public washrooms near the venue.