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Notre Dame District Guided Tour with Interior Audio Guide

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Overview

Discover the Fascinating History of Paris on a Guided Walking Tour of the Iconic Notre-Dame District

Join us for a captivating walking tour through the historic Notre-Dame district (entrance to the cathedral not included). Immerse yourself in the rich cultural and historical heritage of Paris, guided by a passionate expert, and then admire the cathedral’s newly renovated interior.

Along the way, you’ll be transported into an authentic Parisian atmosphere, with stunning views of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Upon reaching the forecourt of Notre-Dame, your guide will provide you with an audio guide, allowing you to explore the cathedral’s meticulously restored interior at your own pace.

With our exclusive audio guide provided, every detail of the cathedral’s décor, stained-glass windows, and restored features will come to life before your eyes.

What's Included

Notre-Dame crypt entrance (if option selected)
Notre-Dame exterior guided tour to admire its façade and towers
Île de la Cité guided tour to discover its landmarks such as the iconic Sainte-Chapelle
Notre-Dame interior audio guide via web app on your device (available in 10 languages)

Transport to/from meeting point
Food and drinks
Cathedral entrance (available options to enter the monument: walk in or online ticket booking)
Headset

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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Rue d'Arcole
75004 Paris, France

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Parvis Notre Dame - Place Jean-Paul II
75004 Paris, France

Archaeological crypt on the Ile de la Cité

What To Expect

Ile de la Cite

Your tour will start on the Ile de la Cite, one of the two islands on the Seine River.

Admission Ticket Free

Place Louis Lepine

The Parisii: Origins and heritage of Paris Roman conquest: Lutetia replaces Parisii Decline and Christianization Barbarian invasions Historical legacy: Lutetia becomes Paris "The Parisii and Nautes laid the foundations of Paris, combining wealth, commerce and spirituality. Their legacy remains visible in the modern city, a fascinating link with its ancient past. "

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sainte-Chapelle

1. The Palais de Justice 2. Immerse yourself in the history of the Conciergerie 3. The star: the Sainte-Chapelle! Some fun facts! A quick construction site: The construction of the Sainte-Chapelle took only 7 years, a record for the time! Unique acoustics: Today, classical music concerts are held there, offering a magical experience under the magnificent stained glass windows.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Conciergerie

Let’s discover the Conciergerie clock Installed in 1370, during the reign of Charles V, it was the first public clock in the capital. Two golden statues frame the clock, representing fundamental principles: On the left, the Law, imposing, which symbolizes order and rules. On the right, Justice, with her sword and scales, embodying impartiality.

3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pont au Change

A name full of history: This bridge takes its name from the money changers who, in the Middle Ages, set up their shops there. These specialized merchants exchanged coins and currencies, making this place a strategic center for the Parisian economy.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Quais de la Seine

The mystery of Friday the 13th and the Île de la Cité The origins: a medieval drama It all begins on Friday, October 13, 1307, when King Philip the Fair orders the arrest of all the Templars in France. These once powerful knights are accused of heresy and corruption. This event marks the beginning of the end for the order of the Templars, which will be officially dissolved shortly after.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hotel de Ville

The City Hall: A place full of history and evolutions An institution since 1357: The Hôtel de Ville has housed the municipal institutions of Paris since that date, when it became the seat of the provost of merchants, ancestor of our modern mayor. At that time, it managed public works, the city's supply, taxes and river trade.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pont d'Arcole

An innovative bridge: Built in 1854, the Pont d'Arcole is famous for being the first metal bridge in Paris without intermediate pillars. A technical feat for the time! Unusual anecdote: The Pont d'Arcole was the scene of many popular demonstrations, notably those of the Revolution of 1848.

3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rue de la Colombe

The history of Rue de la Colombe A house and doves: In the 13th century, a house on the Île de la Cité was home to a pair of doves that had built their nest there. According to legend, a sculptor of gargoyles from Notre-Dame raised these birds. ️ The disaster: One day, the house collapsed, trapping the female under the rubble, while the male managed to escape. A touching devotion: Every day, the male flew across Paris to find seeds and water to feed his companion. He even used a piece of straw to make her drink water from the Seine. A moving solidarity: The inhabitants, moved by this spectacle of fidelity and love, decided to free the female. Once reunited, the two birds flew into the sky in a dance of thanks, before the amazed eyes of the Parisians.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rue Chanoinesse

️ Rue Chanoinesse: a street full of history and mysteries An old house and its legendary restaurant A 16th century building: This charming house, built in 1512, is one of the oldest in Paris. A religious past: It is said to have belonged to a canon of Notre-Dame, responsible for prayers and the direction of the choir. A famous guest: It is said that Pope Clement VIII resided in this house. A transformation into a wine bar: In the 18th century, the Bishopric sold it, and it became a wine bar. An inscription on the gate still bears witness to this period.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rue Massillon

The back of Notre-Dame: The works and the reconstruction The 2019 fire: a historic tragedy April 15, 2019, 6:00 p.m.: A devastating fire starts in the roof of Notre-Dame, destroying almost the entire upper structure. A heroic battle: Thanks to the efforts of 400 firefighters, the building is saved from total destruction. ️ The intact facade: Looking at the cathedral from the front, you might think that nothing happened, but the back shows the scars of this tragic event. ⚖️ A heated debate on renovation

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Place Jean Paul II

The adventures of Notre-Dame: between titanic construction and miraculous survival ⏳ A construction site that spans generations A colossal construction time: At a time when life expectancy was around 40 years, a worker who saw the first stone laid in 1163 would have had to live until the birth of his great-great-great-great-grandson to see the end of the work in the 14th century! 5 hours are enough to lose everything: In April 2019, the fire nearly wiped out nearly 800 years of history in just a few hours.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

The construction site of the great organ of Notre-Dame A titanic cleaning operation ️ Careful dusting: The 8,000 pipes of the organ, dismantled during the safety phase after the fire, were carefully cleaned and restored in October 2021. ️ A construction site within a construction site: This work was entrusted to three groups of organ builders, experts in this field.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

You can either book a free time slot online or walk in to enter Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral. Since the monument reopened in December 2024, visitors should expect queues.
Notre-Dame interior audio guide is available in the following languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION From April 1st the meeting point changes to: 21 rue d'Arcole 75004 Paris
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Notre Dame District Guided Tour with Interior Audio Guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Notre Dame District Guided Tour with Interior Audio Guide?

A:

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

Apr 2025

Q: What's included in the price?

A:

The following is included:

Notre-Dame crypt entrance (if option selected).
Notre-Dame exterior guided tour to admire its façade and towers.
Île de la Cité guided tour to discover its landmarks such as the iconic Sainte-Chapelle.
Notre-Dame interior audio guide via web app on your device (available in 10 languages).

The following is NOT included:

Transport to/from meeting point.
Food and drinks.
Cathedral entrance (available options to enter the monument: walk in or online ticket booking).
Headset.

Apr 2025

Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?

A:

The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025

Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025

Q: Is this an accessible tour?

A:

Accessibility information for the Notre Dame District Guided Tour with Interior Audio Guide is as follows:

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Apr 2025

Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?

A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Notre Dame District Guided Tour with Interior Audio Guide will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

Mar 2024