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At the heart of Paris lies an island that has been sacred for over 2,000 years. On this expert-guided walking tour of Île de la Cité, discover three of the most extraordinary monuments in Europe — Notre-Dame Cathedral, Sainte-Chapelle, and the Conciergerie — brought to life through storytelling, history, and architectural detail most visitors never find. Notre-Dame now stands fully restored after the 2019 fire, more radiant than it has been in a generation.
Early morning slots enter the cathedral before the queues form.
Small groups only.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Find the large bronze statue of a man on a horse (Charlemagne) on the main square in front of Notre Dame, on the side closer to the River Seine. You’ll find your guide wearing a black cap with the Scenic Zest Logo.
The main guided walking tour for the entire group concludes at the entrance to the Archaeological Crypt. Guests who booked the "Exterior Only" option will finish their tour here.
Itinerary
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1Notre-Dame
Historical Tour- Morning Tour (0845 and 0900) you will enter NOTRE DAME first for self-Guided Visit and than join Guide for historical tour of NOTRE DAME and ILE DE LA CITE.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Les bouquinistes de paris
After exploring the cathedral, we will take a short, scenic walk to the banks of the River Seine. Here, we'll spend a few minutes discovering the iconic green stalls of the Bouquinistes, a tradition so special it is protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your guide will explain the fascinating history of these open-air book sellers. You'll then have a moment to browse their unique collections of antique books, vintage prints, and charming souvenirs of Paris.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Sainte-Chapelle
Our tour concludes infront of Sainte-Chapelle
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- 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
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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