Tour Overview
Explore Notre-Dame and the Île de la Cité with a licensed guide, in a small group or private. Private tours inside the cathedral available on select dates.
Discover Notre-Dame and the Île de la Cité, the historic heart of Paris, with a licensed local guide. From the Gothic façade and its sculpted portals to the flying buttresses and the new spire, you'll learn the story of the cathedral across eight centuries: its construction, its role in French history, the 2019 fire and its remarkable restoration.
Choose from 3 options:
- Small-group exterior tour (1h30, max 8 people)
- Private exterior tour (1h30, just you and your guide)
- Private tour with interior visit (select dates only)
All options include a walk around the Île de la Cité, tracing the island's history from ancient Lutetia to today.
Can you go inside Notre-Dame with a guide?
Yes, with a reserved entry slot. Guided entries are released about 2–3 months ahead and sell out within minutes, so we sell our private interior option in advance and book your slot the moment they open. If we can't secure one for your date, you can keep a private exterior tour and get the difference refunded, or cancel for a full refund.
On the exterior tours, you're welcome to go inside on your own afterwards: individual entry is free and the line usually moves quickly.
What's Included
- Licensed local guide
- Notre-Dame exterior tourÎle de la Cité walk
- Interior visit (private option)
What's Not Included
- Interior visit (group tours)
- Towers climb
- Headsets / Radio
