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Explore Notre-Dame Island (Île de la Cité), the birthplace of Paris, on this 2.5-hour small-group walking tour (max 15 guests) led by a knowledgeable, English-speaking guide. Starting near Pont Neuf, walk along the Seine learning how the river shaped the city, then pass the Conciergerie, Sainte-Chapelle, and Palais de Justice, hearing their history from Roman times through the French Revolution. Your guide continues on to Notre-Dame Cathedral, pointing out landmarks around the square before a guided exterior tour and reserved entry inside. At tour's end, add Sainte-Chapelle or Conciergerie tickets to explore independently afterward, or start your tour with a Seine river cruise beforehand. A flexible, story-rich introduction to the medieval heart of Paris, suited to first-time visitors and history lovers alike.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please meet your guide in front of the Notre Dame Crypt with a sign.
The tour ends at the Pont D'Lena by the Eiffel Tower.
Itinerary
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1Pont Neuf
Meeting Point — Meet your guide at 15 Place du Pont Neuf, right at the tip of Notre-Dame Island (Île de la Cité), for a brief introduction to the island where Paris began.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Seine River
Along the Seine — Walk the riverbank as your guide explains the Seine's role in the island's founding and its growth into the capital of France.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Conciergerie
Conciergerie (Exterior) — See this former royal palace and revolutionary prison from the outside, with commentary on its origins in Roman-era Paris and its darker history during the French Revolution.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Sainte-Chapelle
(Exterior) — Pause at the exterior of this Gothic royal chapel, built by Louis IX to house holy relics, and hear the story behind its construction.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Palais de Justice de Paris
Palais de Justice (Exterior) — Continue past the seat of French justice, learning how the site's role has evolved from Roman times to the modern French court system.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Notre-Dame-des-Champs
Notre-Dame Cathedral & Surroundings — Arrive at the cathedral for a guided exterior tour, with your guide pointing out key landmarks around the square and explaining the Church's influence in medieval France.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Notre-Dame
Notre-Dame Cathedral Interior Visit — Skip the wait with reserved entry into the cathedral for a guided visit of its interior, rounding out the tour's focus on the island's religious history.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Invalides (Pass by)
Tour End & Optional Add-Ons — The guided portion concludes here. If added, your Sainte-Chapelle and/or Conciergerie tickets are handed out for you to redeem and explore at your own pace afterward.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: This tour is for exterior visits only, admission tickets are not included at any attractions listed in itinerary
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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