Dark Legends of Notre Dame and Medieval Paris An immersive Tour

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Explore the shadowy tales that haunt the Île de la Cité on this captivating 1.5-hour guided tour led by Edgar Allan Poe himself. Delve into the darker side of Paris, where you’ll hear chilling stories of haunted streets, infamous legends, and eerie occurrences. This unique experience combines historical insights with macabre anecdotes, including gruesome true crime tales and ghostly apparitions. As night falls, let Poe guide you through the labyrinth of Parisian history and legend, leaving you both informed and intrigued.

- 1.5-hour dramatized tour through the historic Île de la Cité
- A guided by Edgar Allan Poe, focusing on dark tales and legends
- Visit iconic sites like Notre-Dame de Paris and the Pont Neuf
- Perfect for history buffs and fans of gothic literature

What's Included

An immersive street tour with a professional actress staging Joan of Arc
Street tour : the tour stays outside the mentionned destinations; it stops in front of the façade

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet the actor in front of number 2 Quai de Gesvres, 75004 Paris, France.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

    Follow Edgar Allan Poe on his quest for inspiration. Its time for a first gloomy story : how the Devil helped finishing the Cathedral in time...

    15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Ile de la Cite

    Discover the Medieval streets of île de Cité as Edgar Allan Poe goes on looking for macabre stories... and discover what dark activities where crafted in the sellars of the buildings around you.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Marche aux fleurs - Ile de la Cite

    In the antique and famous Marché aux Fleurs, Edgar Allan Poe will be reminded about some stories about poisons, medecins, murders.... Gllomy stories that contrast with the chearfull flower shops around you .

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Square du Vert-Galant

    At the Western point of the île de la Cité,with a most amazing view of Paris embrassing the Seine river, the Louvre, the Académie Française, the Grand Palais, the Pont des Arts or the Eiffel Tower, Edgar Allan Poe will reveal the bloody ending of the Templar nights... Did you know the Commander of the Templars was burnt right where you will be standing ? This and much more is to be discovered as your follow Edgar Allan Poe unveiling the dark stories of medieval Paris.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Pont Neuf

    Walking through the dark stories and legends of Paris, you are now in the XIXth century and you will discover the terrific story of this girl that was discovered, drowned, in the Seine... Enjoy the view and the City of Lights as you stand on the Pont Neuf and get ready to dive in its shallow waters !

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
Supplied by Immmersiv

Tags

Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Culture
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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