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Notre-Dame Cathedral: Guided Tour to The Soul of Paris with Seine River Cruise

1 hour

Easy

Join a guided group tour of the newly reopened Notre-Dame Cathedral, where expert commentary unveils the secrets of this 850-year-old Gothic masterpiece—restored after the 2019 fire.

Experience the return of Notre-Dame Cathedral, one of Paris’s most treasured landmarks, now open to visitors after years of restoration. Join a guided group tour that brings the story of this Gothic masterpiece to life, from its medieval origins to its modern-day resilience.

Led by a licensed expert, you’ll explore the cathedral’s beautifully restored interior and learn about its legendary architecture, stained-glass windows, and role in key moments of French history. Hear fascinating tales of saints, kings, and revolutionaries as you walk through one of the most enduring symbols of Paris.

To complete your experience, enjoy a scenic Seine River cruise included with your booking—a relaxing way to admire many of the city’s most iconic sights from the water.

What's included?
  • Entry or admission fee
  • Guided group tour inside Notre-Dame Cathedral
  • Licensed tour guide
  • Reserved time-slot entry to the cathedral
  • Use of individual audio headsets
  • Assistance on-site and pre-tour communication
  • Seine River cruise ticket included with flexible timing
Exclusions
  • Tip or gratuity
  • Food & drinks
  • Transportation to/from the meeting point
  • Access to the Towers, Crypt, or Treasury (can be booked separately)
  • Personal expenses
Please note
  • Wheelchair accessible

⚈ Meet your guide at the Statue of Charlemagne located on the Île de la Cité, in front of Notre-Dame Cathedral.

⚈ Tours do not operate during Mass or religious ceremonies.

⚈ Please respect the places reserved for prayer and silence.

⚈ Please dress respectfully (no tank tops, shorts above the knee, etc.). Visitors who do not comply may be denied entry by cathedral staff, and in such cases, we cannot be held responsible, and no refunds will be issued.

⚈ Children under 6 years old can enter the Cathedral free of charge without a ticket. However, all visitors aged 6 and above must have a valid ticket to enter.

⚈ Large bags and suitcases, knives, and metal water bottles are not allowed inside.

⚈ It is forbidden to stand or speak in front of the reliquary of the Crown of Thorns, as well as to enter the choir or chapels clearly marked as reserved. Please ensure that you maintain silence and avoid lingering in front of these areas during your visit.

⚈ All visitors undergo security screening upon entry. For this reason, any priority access is NOT possible.

⚈ No restrooms are available inside the Cathedral; public facilities are available nearby on rue d’Arcole.

⚈ Admission to Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral is free of charge. The services offered are independent of admission to the building.

⚈ The cruise ticket is flexible and valid for any time during the day.

⚈ The cruise departs near the Eiffel Tower, Bateaux Parisiens, Port de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris, France.

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