Notre Dame Paris Guided Tour - Exterior & Interior Options
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
The tour leads you to the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral — a Gothic masterpiece and the very heart of Paris. Discover the story of its construction, the meaning behind its intricate sculptures and gargoyles, and its profound role in the cultural and spiritual life of the French capital.
Your guide will then assist with your access to Notre-Dame if you'd like to enter the monument, where you can explore its awe-inspiring interior at your own rhythm — admiring the radiant stained-glass windows, the soaring arches, and the timeless beauty of its sacred nave.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Most travelers can participate
The entrance to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is free and open to all. The services offered are independent of access to the interior of the building.
Shoulders must be covered; shorts and skirts must be knee-length to enter the cathedral.
Group size: Interior tours are limited to 5 guests
Religious services: During Mass, guiding inside the cathedral is not permitted. Please consult the official Notre-Dame schedule, as services may impact your visit.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start time. Late arrivals risk missing the experience entirely.
Exceptional closures: Notre-Dame Cathedral may close without prior notice. Please check the official website in advance. If the interior is unavailable, an extended exterior guided tour (approximately 1 hour) will be provided instead.
To access the cathedral, you have the option to book a free time slot on the cathedral’s official website. You may also walk in without a booking; however, please be aware that queues can be long during peak times and seasons.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Option 1 – Exterior Tour + Self-Guided Interior Start with a guided tour of the cathedral’s exterior, covering its history, architecture, and symbolism. Afterwards, explore the interior on your own at your own pace—combining expert insight with personal freedom. Option 2 – Small-Group Interior Tour (max 5 guests) Join a specialist guide for an intimate tour of the restored interior, with in-depth insights into its history, architecture, and meaning.
What‘s Included
Interior tour with a licensed Guide if Interior Option Selected
Expert English Speaking Local Guide
Small group for a comfortable experience with the Interior Option
Exterior Guided Tour with exterior Option With Self guided Interior Visit
Private transportation
Meals
Skip the line access
Access to Cathedral Towers
Guided tour inside Notre-Dame if the EXTERIOR option is selected
Options
Interior with Licensed Guide
Interior Tour Option: Small group of Maximum 5 Guests. Larger groups will be split into smaller groups with each having their own guide.
Guided Tour with Free Entry
English Tour
Reviews
14 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Simply outstanding tour 🤩😀🤩
257josephinew,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Notre dame tour with entry to the crypt was wonderful. I am so glad we chose this tour. The guide was welcoming, he shared great stories of history and restoration. He handled all ages well🤩
Definitely recommend this tour 💯
637ronanh,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide kept the whole group together. Nobody got lost. We loved the stories he shared about Paris, Notre Dame, the fire and the restoration. Great experience, totally recommend this tour to anyone.
Captivating stories and architecture of the notre dame
J6714YGmartinw,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed learning about the notre dame and the history of the cathedral. Seeing the crypt was a wonderful experience 👍🏻
Very engaging and structured guided tour
Z9213YKvictoriae,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour that included the crypt was very interesting. Our guide was very engaging, informative and gave us good context of both outside of notre dame and in relation to the crypt
Enjoyable tour even for rainy days 💚💚💚💚💚
953elizag,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was a blessing for us on a rainy day. The crypt underground felt like a shelter. Walking around outside and inside the crypt was a wonderful experience 🌺 amazing guided tour, we enjoyed it thoroughly 🌸
Excellent guide and very clear tour
Q6203AApatricial,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The outside part of our tour was fun. Seeing notre dame’s exterior, local stories and history from our guide was interesting. Inside the crypt the archaeology and the sense of history of Paris was very different
Very pleasant experience 👍🏻
derekhK1052KJ,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour was very enriching. The access was easy. Flow was great 👍🏻
Highly recommended experience
90coltonw,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Entry was quick and smooth. Our guide was engaging and knowledgeable. Happy tour 😊
Very pleasant and well organized tour 💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻
rashidam778,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide provided wonderful insights into the history of the Cathedral and its restoration after the fire
Brilliant Cathedral Tour 🐱
henrywB3174DD,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Insightful and engaging Notre Dame tour. Truly memorable experience
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