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Notre-Dame Exterior Private Tour & Sainte-Chapelle/Crypt entry

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Overview

Truly Private & Flexible: This tour is exclusively for you. We move at your pace, linger where you wish, and focus on what fascinates you. Forget rigid schedules and crowded groups; this experience is yours to shape.

The Power of Choice: Don't settle for a fixed itinerary. Choose your own grand finale: the dazzling stained-glass art of Sainte-Chapelle, or the ancient Roman foundations in the Archaeological Crypt. Art or archaeology? You decide.

A Story, Not a Lecture: As a passionate local guide, I share the living stories behind the stones. You get a real insight into the city's soul and the unique, contemporary story of Notre-Dame's survival and future.

What's Included

  • A 2-hour walking tour covering Outside Notre Dame, the Bouquinistes, & Haussmannian architecture
  • Live storytelling and expert commentary in English.
  • The flexibility to ask all your questions and go at your own pace.
  • Entrance tickets to Notre Dame Cathedral (this is an exterior-only tour)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and Drinks
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Meeting Location

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Île de la Cité
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

Entry to the Crypt or Sainte Chapelle is included. The guide will not enter the Crypte/Sainte Chapelle but will accompany you to the scanning booth.

What To Expect

Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

We will begin our private tour by exploring the stunning exterior of this architectural marvel. At your own pace, you will delve into the secrets of its famous gargoyles, intricate portals, and impressive flying buttresses as your guide brings the history of the cathedral to life.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Les bouquinistes de paris

Next, we'll stroll along the banks of the River Seine to discover the iconic green stalls of the Bouquinistes, a UNESCO World Heritage treasure. We'll learn about the centuries-old tradition of these open-air booksellers and browse their unique collections.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Shakespeare and Company

As a special addition to your private tour, time permitting and based on your interests, we can make a final stop to see the legendary Shakespeare and Company bookshop. Your guide will share the story of this famous literary haven, a former home to writers like Hemingway and Joyce.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Archeological Crypt of the Parvis of Notre-Dame

Our guided walking tour of the historic Île de la Cité concludes here, in the famous square between Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Hôtel-Dieu, one of the oldest hospitals in the world.Your Monument Visit: The guided portion of the tour ends at this point, but your experience continues. Based on the option you selected during booking, your guide will now personally escort you to the entrance of either Sainte-Chapelle or the Archaeological Crypt.To ensure a smooth, hassle-free entry, your guide will accompany you through the security line and right up to the ticket scanning booth. After providing a final orientation for your self-guided visit, your guide will see you off as you begin your exploration. You are then free to enjoy the monument at your own pace.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Notre-Dame Exterior Private Tour & Sainte-Chapelle/Crypt entry?

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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Notre-Dame Exterior Private Tour & Sainte-Chapelle/Crypt entry?
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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:
  • A 2-hour walking tour covering Outside Notre Dame, the Bouquinistes, & Haussmannian architecture.
  • Live storytelling and expert commentary in English.
  • The flexibility to ask all your questions and go at your own pace.
  • An exclusive and personalized private tour for just you and your party.
  • Entry tickets to the Crypt.
  • A dedicated, passionate local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Entrance tickets to Notre Dame Cathedral (this is an exterior-only tour).
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Food and Drinks.
  • The guide does not enter Crypt.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

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 Exterior Private Tour & Sainte-Chapelle/Crypt entry is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Notre-Dame Exterior Private Tour & Sainte-Chapelle/Crypt entry 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!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • A 2-hour walking tour covering Outside Notre Dame, the Bouquinistes, & Haussmannian architecture
  • Live storytelling and expert commentary in English.
  • The flexibility to ask all your questions and go at your own pace.
  • An exclusive and personalized private tour for just you and your party.
  • Entry tickets to the Crypt
  • A dedicated, passionate local guide.
  • Entrance tickets to Notre Dame Cathedral (this is an exterior-only tour)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and Drinks
  • The guide does not enter Crypt.

Additional Info

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  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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