Guided Tours

Notre Dame & the Île de La Cité Guided Walking Tour + Sainte Chapelle Tickets (Optional)

Participants check out a map on a guided tour of Notre Dame islands in Paris

Participants on a guided tour relax near the Seine River

Participants on a guided tour of Notre Dame islands

Explore the wonders of Notre Dame and the picturesque islands of Paris with a skilled local guide on a captivating 2-hour walking tour.

Highlights

See the imposing 13th-century Gothic structure of Notre Dame Cathedral and learn how construction began in 1163, taking over a century to complete.
Accompanied by an expert local Parisian guide, fluent in English, delve into the history of Paris, including the 2019 Notre Dame fire.
Explore the oldest bridge in Paris, visit Marie-Antoinette's revolutionary prison, and wander through the vibrant flower market.
Add more to your day with the Standard ticket, enjoy priority entry to Sainte Chappelle, or go on an hour-long Seine River Cruise with the premium ticket.
Fun fact: Notre Dame de Paris was constructed over nearly 200 years, from 1163 to 1345. The cathedral is a masterpiece of French Gothic architecture.

Inclusions

2-hour guided walking tour of Notre Dame and the Islands
English-speaking Parisian guide
1-hour Seine River Cruise (optional)
Skip-the-line ticket for Conciergerie (optional)
Tour of Latin Quarter & Île de la Cité (optional)
Skip the line ticket for Sainte-Chapelle (optional)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Steely

5/5

Oct, 2024

Adam was a phenomenal tour guide. One of the guides I have experienced. He had a depth of knowledge or Ile de Cite , St Chappelle all things surrounding French history. We learnt a ton in the few hours and that will stay with us long past the tour ! Thank You

Nancy

5/5

Oct, 2024

Tour guide Adam was the best guide we have ever had and we have traveled all seven continents! He was sharp, funny and passionate about history--loved his presentation! Loved being a part of Tesm Adam!

Janet

5/5

Oct, 2024

Daniel was informative and fun and conducted the tour at a nice pace. We learned interesting historical information and greatly enjoyed our walking tour.

Susan

5/5

Aug, 2024

Carol was an excellent tour guide. She was a good storyteller, explaining the history of Paris. She was also very kind--it started to rain heavily near the start time for our tour, and she waited for us while we dashed across the bridge to a souvenir shop to buy umbrellas.

Matteo

5/5

Aug, 2024

wonderful experience, saw wonderful places. Very knowledgeable and nice guide, made us discover many interesting things. Thank you

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Your experience

Stroll through the heart of Paris

Explore the remnants of the renowned Notre Dame Cathedral following the 2019 fire and be captivated by one of Paris' most iconic and historic structures during a two-hour guided walking tour. Gain insights on how construction began in 1163 and took over a century to finish, the tragic events, and the promising future of this cathedral with a Parisian local guide who will be throughout the tour.

Serene escape in the city of lights

You will also encounter the oldest bridge in Pari, swing by the flower market, and stroll along the riverbanks adorned with bookshops as iconic as Shakespeare and Company bookstore. This literary haven has been a magnet for writers and readers since the 1920s, welcoming legendary figures like Hemingway and Fitzgerald.

Delve into a quaint island that provides a serene retreat from the hustle-bustle of the city (and happens to be the home of one of Paris's top-notch ice-cream artisans!).

Sprinkle more Parisian Magic

Opt for upgrades and continue your exploration along the charming lanes of Île de la Cité, a triangular square that beckons to be admired. With the Standard option, get priority entry to Sainte Chapelle and admire the craftsmanship of each stained-glass window at your own pace. Add a visit to the revolutionary prison of Queen Marie-Antoinette and a 1-hour Seine River Cruise with the Premium option.

Know before you go

What to bring

This tour includes a reasonable amount of walking. Please ensure you wear comfortable shoes.

What’s not allowed

Kindly note that the utilization of flash photography and tripods is not permitted during this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is pram/stroller accessible.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at Paris Today.
Address: 2 Quai de Gesvres, 75004 Paris, France.
Guide Identifier: Your guide will be wearing their guide card with an orange lanyard.

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