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Notre-Dame Exterior Guided Tour with Evening Paris Illuminations

Name: Notre-Dame Exterior Guided Tour with Evening Paris Illuminations
Start: 2026-07-08T16:00:00
End: 2026-07-08T17:00:00
Location: Paris

Guide leading a tour in front of Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris, France.

Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris with surrounding cityscape and Seine River.

Louvre Museum and Seine River illuminated at night, Paris sightseeing cruise.

Cruise boat on Seine River at night with illuminated Parisian buildings.

Duration

1 hr

Open today

8:00am - 6:45pm

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

4.5/5(10,670)

Saurabh S

Solo

Verified booking

2 days ago

Yeah , it was a very memorable , fun, joyous trip cruising from Eiffel tower to several monuments, cathedrals, museums, etc located all around the banks of River Sienne and coming back to the Sparkling Eiffel tower. Best part was it started with the pleasant evening time and ended with the first sparkle of Eiffel tower ! Totally worth it !

Katia R

Family

Verified booking

6 days ago

Excellent value for the money, flexible schedule, and a unique experience, as the tour showcases major attractions from a different perspective. P.S. I went on a Saturday late afternoon; many French people gather along the river for their “happy hour,” and the waves and interactions with the passing boat are very friendly and fun.

Eldena S

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

We had a seat on the top. It was wonderfull. Great to use the main sights. There were people standing, which did stop the view, even though they were asked not to stand by signs on the boat. For the money, it was fantastic to see all the main monuments as we traveled on the river.

Kayleigh F

Family

Verified booking

2 days ago

Easy to locate, friendly staff and great tour. I was surprised at how long the tour lasts, from experience they are usually over quickly but Headout really took their time. Great photo opportunities and fantastic price. Would definitely recommend.

Linda S

Group

Verified booking

3 days ago

We could not enjoy this cruise because of the heat in Paris. Could you please give me the booking number so I can get a refund. My email is landts@comcast.net The booking was for July 22, 5-9 billed under Linda Stehle.

Andrea M

Couple

Verified booking

Yesterday

The cruise was a great way to see major attractions and its even better at sunset/night. It was a great way to end our stay. The only troublesome part is the queue. There are no time slots so you can show up at any time. Sunset/ night rides are the most popular. We got in line around 9:30 and didn't get on until 11pm. If boarding system was set up better, I would give it a five stars.

Enjoy a guided exterior tour of Notre-Dame on Île de la Cité, with insights into its history, Gothic design, and restoration.

Explore the historic heart of Paris in a small group of just 5 guests for a more personal, easy-to-follow experience.

Cruise along the Seine for 1 hour with Bateaux Parisiens and see Paris from the water as the city lights begin to glow.

Choose the cruise timing that suits your plans best, with departures every hour and ticket validity for 6 months.

Listen to onboard audio commentary in 14 languages as you pass some of Paris’s most iconic riverside landmarks.

1-hour Bateaux Parisiens evening sightseeing cruise (route here)

Choice of departure time (cruises departs every 1 hour)

Flexible ticket valid for 6 months

Audio guide in French, English, Hindi, Arabic, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Dutch, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean

Guided tour of the Île de la Cité in English/French/Spanish

Entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris (free admission)

Small 5 pax group

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Grethel R
Group
Verified booking
Last week
It is a fun and enjoyable cruise on the boat. It takes you to all the main areas of Paris through the river and it's enjoyable to hang around and watch all the people sitting at the river front. I didn't realize that you could buy champagne or even take your own champagne with you in the cruise. It would've been more enjoyable if I had some champagne at the time. If you do it, I recommend you take your own champagne to drink on the ship when you're on the top of the ship it does get a little bit hot so I recommend you take a hat or some sort of shade with you.
Mario T
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
The cruise was very enjoyable. One of the best features of the service is that you can use your ticket from 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM during spring and summer—it’s very flexible, which is convenient since Paris is a big city and schedules can vary. The food at the bar was excellent. The trip was phenomenal; you can see Paris’s main attractions from the boat, as well as all the beautiful floating bars and restaurants on the Seine, which are full of friendly people who greet you all the time. A great experience!
Manuela D
Group
Verified booking
Last week
Despite the fact that we booked this for a Canicular Day, the Seine Cruise was incredibily pleasant, the bise of the water made the sunt bearable. The ladyy who desribed the landmarks had an excellent accent in all spoken languages. Another fun thong was people sayting hello on the other boats or on the shore of the river, super fun for kids especially I have really enjoyed this and would definitely book again when I will be back in Paris.
Andrea M
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
The cruise was a great way to see major attractions and its even better at sunset/night. It was a great way to end our stay. The only troublesome part is the queue. There are no time slots so you can show up at any time. Sunset/ night rides are the most popular. We got in line around 9:30 and didn't get on until 11pm. If boarding system was set up better, I would give it a five stars.
Pernille C
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
It was a really nice and relaxing way to see some of Paris' monuments. There was some waiting time in line on land, and more waiting on the boat before departure, but the weather was good, so it didn't matter too much. We sat on the open deck. There isn't much comfort (no cushions), but it’s fine. At times, it was challenging to hear what was being said over the microphone.

See Paris from two classic angles in one easy combo—start with a guided walk around Notre-Dame’s exterior on Île de la Cité, then wind down with a 1-hour evening cruise along the Seine.

Getting started

Meet your guide at the designated point on Île de la Cité and begin your tour in a small group of just 5 guests. After the walking tour, make your way to the Bateaux Parisiens boarding point for your cruise. With departures every hour and a ticket valid for 6 months, you can choose a timing that fits your plans.

What to expect

This experience blends two distinct ways of discovering Paris into one seamless plan. Begin on Île de la Cité, where a guided walk around Notre-Dame’s exterior brings centuries of history, architecture, and restoration efforts into focus through expert storytelling in an intimate group setting. Then, shift pace as you board a Bateaux Parisiens cruise for a relaxed 1-hour journey along the Seine, where illuminated landmarks and multilingual audio commentary offer a scenic, panoramic perspective of the city by night.

Features

Île de la Cité guided tour: Walk around Notre-Dame Cathedral’s exterior with your guide and discover the history, Gothic architecture, and restoration story of one of Paris’s most iconic landmarks.

Small-group experience: With a maximum of 5 guests, the walking tour feels more personal and gives you more room to engage with your guide.

Notre-Dame access: Entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral is free, so you can step inside independently after your guided exterior visit if you wish.

Bateaux Parisiens evening cruise: Board a 1-hour sightseeing cruise and enjoy a scenic ride along the Seine as Paris begins to light up for the evening.

What's not allowed

1-Hour Paris Illuminated Evening Sightseeing Cruise

Large bags are not allowed.

Notre-Dame

Large bags, suitcases, and bulky luggage are not allowed.

Pets are not permitted, except registered service animals.

Smoking, food, and drinks are not allowed inside.

Flash photography, tripods, and professional filming equipment are prohibited.

Additional information

1-Hour Paris Illuminated Evening Sightseeing Cruise

Only small backpacks and standard-sized handbags are permitted inside.

Restrooms are available only on board the boats; there are no facilities at the pontoons.

Paid parking is available nearby, subject to availability.

For a more immersive experience, you’re welcome to bring your own headphones.

Notre-Dame

The cathedral is accessible for visitors with mobility impairments.

Modest attire is required for cathedral entry.

Shorts above the knee, mini-skirts, tank tops, sleeveless shirts, crop tops, low-cut tops, and clothing with offensive imagery or messages are not allowed.

Men are required to remove hats before entering.

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