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Notre-Dame Outdoor Guided Walking Tour with Crypt Entry

Notre Dame de Paris facade with tourists on walking tour, entry to cathedral's crypt.
Notre Dame de Paris facade with tourists on an outdoor walking tour, includes crypt entry.
Archaeological crypt entrance at Notre Dame de Paris, France.
Notre Dame de Paris facade with tourists on walking tour, includes crypt entry.

Learn about the rich history of Notre-Dame Cathedral on a guided walking tour of its exterior, and visit the Archaeological Crypt for a deeper exploration.

Highlights

  • Take a walking tour around Notre-Dame to admire its stunning Gothic architecture, intricate facade, and the charm of Île de la Cité, featuring highlights like the flying buttresses and rose windows.

  • Learn about the horrific night of the fire, firsthand from your local guide (English or Spanish-speaking guide), and relive the fears of that night.

  • Admire the intricate French Gothic architecture of the cathedral, including its stunning facade, iconic gargoyles, and beautifully detailed exterior.

  • Continue on a self-guided tour of the Archeological Crypt, a museum that displays restored remains and exhibitions on urbanism or ancient construction methods.

Inclusions

  • Walking tour of Notre-Dame

  • Walking tour of Ile de la Cité

  • English or Spanish-speaking guide (as per the option selected)

  • Entry to the Archeological Crypt

Cancellation policy

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

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Guests from United States, Italy, Spain and over 13 countries have loved this experience
Carlos Perez

Carlos

5/5

Dec, 2024

Love the experience our tour guide Matt was awesome. It was well worth doing this. You get a lot of value for your money. I was able to learn a lot more about Notre Dame and a bit of history about France , given my visit to France, a deeper death to my knowledge of Paris and Notre Dame
Ludo Hellebrekers

Ludo

4/5

Sep, 2024

An interesting and informative tour guided by Katie was well worth the time and effort. Despite the weather that didn't really work with us.
Silvia Viidik

Silvia

5/5

Sep, 2024

I loved the knowledge and energy Joanna brought. And her attentiveness towards me as a wheelchair user. Everybody recommends talking to French people during the Paris-visit to get the true "French touch" - we received it in the purest form from Joanna. Thank you!
Jose Pedro Jiménez López

Jose

5/5

Sep, 2024

The guide Adriana, a book of wisdom, nice, attentive, kind, all a charm that made the visit very enjoyable. Notre Dam was amazing, a pity not to have been able to see it inside, due to the current circumstances.
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Kimberly Rankin

Kimberly

5/5

Jul, 2024

The little we could see of Notre Dame our guide gave us a tour packed with information. She was fun, answered questions, asked questions, was direct and most important, made sure everyone heard and understood what she was saying. She not only talked about notre Dame, she talked about some of the history of Paris as well.

Notre-Dame

When you visit Paris, certain sights are not to be missed, and one of them is Notre-Dame. Rich in its history and bright in its future, Notre-Dame has numerous stories to tell. Hear these fascinating facts through your local, experienced guide and engulf the culture of this city. Despite the fires of April 2019, Notre Dame still stands strong and uplifts the heritage it has to offer. This striking cathedral began construction in 1163 and took over a century to complete and is now Paris’ most iconic and historical building.

Past and present

Walk with your guide to the scene of the fire and hear first-hand perspectives about the historic event. Relive the night, when the world watched in horror as the cathedral caught fire and ashes filled the sky; learn about not only what was lost but also saved. Marvel at the iconic gargoyles and exemplary features of the well-known facade.

Notre-Dame has re-opened its gates. The restoration has mainly focused on meticulously repairing the Cathedral's iconic features, including the spire, roof, stained glass windows, and stonework.

A walking tour around Île de la Cité takes you through one of Paris' most historic and picturesque areas, offering views of iconic landmarks like Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Sainte-Chapelle, and the Conciergerie.

Archeological Crypt of Notre-Dame

Head toward Point Zero, the geographic center of Paris, believed to bring good luck. Pause at the entrance to the crypt, then descend beneath Notre-Dame to explore the very foundations of Île de la Cité—the birthplace of Paris—at your own pace.

What to bring

  • It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes for this tour.

What's not allowed

  • Keep in mind all types of weapons, knives, scissors, alcohol, narcotics, sharp metallic tools or objects are not allowed in this experience.

  • Smoking, eating, drinking, and bringing animals (except for medical assistance animals) are prohibited.

  • Phone calls are prohibited inside the Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Additional information

  • The Cathedral is primarily a place of reflection. Please speak softly and respect the sacred atmosphere here.

  • There are no toilets inside the location but you can find public washrooms near the venue.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

  • Meet your guide at Statue of Charlemagne.

  • Address: Île de la Cité, France.

  • Landmark: If you are facing the crypt and Notre Dame, the meeting point is on the right side.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

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