Private Tour
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
⭐️ Private Notre-Dame Walking Tour (Exterior) with options SAINTE-CHAPELLE, Crypt etc. – Perfect for Families & Groups
Discover the historic heart of Paris on a private Notre-Dame walking tour, designed for travelers who want a relaxed, personal, and story-filled experience around the world-famous Notre-Dame Cathedral and Île de la Cité.
This experience is ideal for families, couples, and private groups, because the tour is reserved exclusively for your party. With a dedicated local guide, you’ll explore at your own pace, stop for photos whenever you like, and enjoy engaging storytelling about Paris’ medieval past, Gothic architecture, and Notre-Dame’s incredible history.
⚠️ Important: This is primarily an exterior guided tour of Notre-Dame Cathedral (entry inside the cathedral is not included unless you select the Interior option).
Optional entry tickets for Sainte-Chapelle, Conciergerie, or the Archaeological Crypt of Notre-Dame are available depending on the option you choose
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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.
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.
Optional entry tickets depending on selected option: Sainte Chapelle or Crypt
Professional local guide
Self guided tour in Sainte Chapelle or Crypt based on option selected.
Walking tour featuring Seine River viewpoints, Bouquinistes, and Shakespeare & Company
Interior guided tour of Notre-Dame (only if Interior option is selected)
Private guided walking tour of Notre-Dame Cathedral area (Île de la Cité)
Personalized storytelling about Notre-Dame history, Gothic architecture, and Paris legends
Entry inside Notre-Dame Cathedral (unless Interior option is selected)
Guided tour inside Sainte-Chapelle / Conciergerie / Crypt (self-guided entry)
Food and Drinks
Transportation (this is a walking tour)
ND walking Tour + Crypt ticket
Outside Walking tour of ND: A guided private walking tour focused on the exterior of Notre-Dame Cathedral and the surrounding Île de la Cité district
Quick Entry tickets to SC: This tour is outdoor walking tour of Notre Dame and includes SAINTE CHAPELLE quick Entry tickets.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
ND walk + Chapl + conciergerie: Outdoor walking tour of Notre Dame with quick entry to Sainte Chapelle & Conciergerie.
Interior NOTRE DAME TOUR: Available in multiple languages. Big groups can book multiple times and only 5 people will be with one guide.
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Inspire62489586168,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Had a fantastic tour on a cold day with staff membet Leo. The tour was about an hour long, and crowds were moderate. Leo taught us all about Notre Dame and parisian history, while using humor and questions to make it interesting. Despite it being cold outside for these Florida folks, he constantly found warm, sunny spots to make us more comfortable. Would highly recommend the tour and Leo!

I7487FIeliseg,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
SZ is a great guide, he is very knowledgeable about the history of notre Dame, he is a good story teller, and was engaging. I highly recommend him.

Daydream58546985742,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Informative tour guide. We enjoyed the personal attention and engagement. Stories were great - on the cathedral and Paris in general. Thank you!
Coastal46592279695,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Amazing tour and fantastic guide! We absolutely loved this experience. Our guide was incredibly kind, patient, and always smiling. He made the tour very fun with his jokes and created a relaxed, friendly atmosphere throughout. We really appreciated that he gave me the time to translate everything for my boyfriend, who doesn’t speak English, and still made sure everything was clear and easy to understand. He also took photos of us, which was such a nice touch, and the quiz was super fun and engaging. Overall, a fantastic tour from start to finish. We truly enjoyed every moment and would 100% recommend this guide!
Y1459WOpauloh,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
It was amazing! Shabrez (SZ), the guide, really know about France history. He told about a lot of misteries what let the hole visit very exciting. He also gave good tips how enjoy France even more, it was really usefull.
Odyssey30226262445,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
My guide was very kind knowledgeable. It was a fun tour and learned a lot about the history of France. This was my first trip to Paris and he was very accommodating. I’ll gladly use their services again if I visit again in the future.
522karynm,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Shabrez My guide was fantastic! He added many additional tidbits of information and suggestions for places to visit based on my interests
319olivierk,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Excellent visit with an exciting guide, a pleasure to hear him explain the mysteries of the Cathedral. His narrative in English was easy and the exchanges interactive!
thomasrF7533AI,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The information SZ gave to us was outstanding! He is a wealth of knowledge! His style and knowledge about Paris and Notre Dame were even better than the the sites being viewed!
michelecM8197JI,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
SZ was simply amazing. Kind, competenti, patient with our late and very helpful for visiting the Holy Chapel very quickly. Highly recommended!
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