Guided Tours

Notre-Dame Guided Tour with Cathedral Free Entry

Name: Notre-Dame Guided Tour with Cathedral Free Entry
Start: 2026-11-01T15:15:00
End: 2026-11-01T16:15:00
Location: Paris

4.4/5(617)

Conter C

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

During our guided tour of the exterior of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, we were lucky enough to be accompanied by a guide who was both very knowledgeable and exceptionally pleasant. All the information provided was precise and detailed, and we learned a lot about the history and architecture of Notre-Dame. Everything took place in a very warm and friendly atmosphere, thanks to our guide's availability, kindness, and sense of humor, whom we warmly thank once again.

Rabiller M

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Outdoor tour of Notre Dame in Paris. We got a summary of the history of Paris followed by an explanation of Notre Dame's facade. Emma was a wonderful guide, very cheerful and funny. I highly recommend her. The only downside was that the 15-minute wait in line to get in turned into 45 minutes, but you forget all about it once you're inside the cathedral. Thanks Emma!

Bruce A

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Our guide (Rashmi) was wonderful. Very clear (my wife is a little deaf) and very knowledgeable. Also she pre-emtoed our every question without talking down to us. A winner. The only problem was that I think she had been given a differentr meeting point to the one we were given. But that hiccup was soon overcome.

Kristina G

Solo

Verified booking

5 days ago

I was so lucky, first to have Yuri for a guide and secondly to have a "private" tour with him. As an ex-guide and person who loves history, architecture and art, I have learned so many new interesting facts. Am very happy with my choice and strongly recommend it. Thank you Yuri:)

Kolchory C

Group

Verified booking

5 days ago

We loved our guide's explanations. Very professional and fascinating to listen to. During the self-guided tour of the cathedral, her explanations still resonated. Kudos to her! I recommend this tour. The meeting point is very easy to find. Another plus for you.

Dorothy M

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Our guide, Sylvie, was very knowledgeable about Notre Dame. Her presentation was both entertaining and interesting. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed her sense of humor and interaction with the others in our group.

Discover Notre-Dame's Gothic exterior with an expert guide, from its sculpted portals and Gallery of Kings to its rose windows, gargoyles, and flying buttresses.

Hear stories of Victor Hugo, the devastating 2019 fire, and the cathedral's remarkable restoration as you uncover over 850 years of history.

After your guided exterior tour, your guide assists you with free entry to the cathedral, where you can explore the restored interior independently.

Choose a regular shared-group tour in English, French, Spanish, Italian, or German, or a small-group tour in English or French, with official audio headsets on select options.

Entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral is free for all visitors. Your booking covers the expert-guided exterior tour and entry assistance, not cathedral admission.

Cathedral guided tour & free entry

Assisted entry for a self-guided interior visit (as per option selected)

Guided interior tour with headsets (as per option selected)

Professional English, Spanish, French, Italian or German-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Shared group of 15 guests or small-group (as per option selected)

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Patricia C
Solo
Verified booking
Oct 2026
ALEX IS A PERFECTLY WONDERFUL GUIDE KNOWING MILLIOBS OF DETAILS ABOUT THE MAGNUFICENT STRUCTURE. HE is VERY PATIENT WITH QUESTIONS I ASKED AND A VERY SWEET MAN. C'est magnufique!!!
Conter C
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
During our guided tour of the exterior of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, we were lucky enough to be accompanied by a guide who was both very knowledgeable and exceptionally pleasant. All the information provided was precise and detailed, and we learned a lot about the history and architecture of Notre-Dame. Everything took place in a very warm and friendly atmosphere, thanks to our guide's availability, kindness, and sense of humor, whom we warmly thank once again.
Andrea K
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
We had a nice Dutch woman as our guide, who explained a lot about Notre-Dame very well. Unfortunately, the tour inside Notre-Dame was missing, which apparently wasn't part of the guided tour. However, after waiting for 15 minutes, we finally got inside and could easily recognize the things she had explained earlier. Please update the tour with the correct title.
Rabiller M
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Outdoor tour of Notre Dame in Paris. We got a summary of the history of Paris followed by an explanation of Notre Dame's facade. Emma was a wonderful guide, very cheerful and funny. I highly recommend her. The only downside was that the 15-minute wait in line to get in turned into 45 minutes, but you forget all about it once you're inside the cathedral. Thanks Emma!
Bruce A
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Our guide (Rashmi) was wonderful. Very clear (my wife is a little deaf) and very knowledgeable. Also she pre-emtoed our every question without talking down to us. A winner. The only problem was that I think she had been given a differentr meeting point to the one we were given. But that hiccup was soon overcome.

Your experience

Discover Notre-Dame's Gothic architecture on an expert-guided exterior tour, followed by assisted free entry to explore the cathedral's restored interior independently.

Getting started

Meet your professional guide at the designated meeting point near Notre-Dame Cathedral on the Île de la Cité. Join your selected shared or small-group tour and begin exploring the cathedral's exterior as your guide introduces its history, architecture, and restoration.

What to expect

Notre-Dame Cathedral

Explore Notre-Dame's Gothic exterior with an expert guide, uncovering the stories behind its sculpted façades and 850-year history. After the tour, your guide assists you with entry to the cathedral, where you can explore the restored interior independently.

Features

Expert-guided exterior tour: Discover Notre-Dame's sculpted portals, Gallery of Kings, rose windows, gargoyles, and flying buttresses with a professional guide.

History and restoration: Hear stories of Victor Hugo, the 2019 fire, and the cathedral's remarkable restoration and reopening.

Tour options: Choose a regular shared-group tour in English, French, Spanish, Italian, or German, or a small-group tour in English or French. Official audio headsets are available on select options.

Free cathedral entry: After the exterior tour, your guide assists you with entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral. Admission is free for all visitors.

Self-guided interior visit: Explore the restored cathedral at your own pace after entry. Your guide does not accompany you inside, and no interior guided tour is included.

Please note: You're paying for the expert-guided exterior tour, not cathedral admission. Entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral is free.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID for entry.

What’s not allowed

Do not bring large bags, suitcases, or oversized luggage.

Do not bring pets, except for registered service animals.

Do not smoke, eat, or drink inside the cathedral.

Do not use flash photography, tripods, or filming equipment.

Do not make loud conversations or phone calls; please keep the atmosphere peaceful.

Accessibility

The cathedral is accessible for visitors with mobility impairments.

Wheelchairs are available on request at the entrance, subject to availability.

Accessible toilets are available within the cathedral.

Additional information

Wear modest attire to enter the cathedral; avoid short shorts, mini-skirts, sleeveless or revealing tops, and offensive imagery. Men must remove hats.

Good to know: Notre-Dame Cathedral is free to enter. You're paying for the convenience of an expert exterior-guided tour that brings the cathedral's history, art, and architecture to life.

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

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.