Notre Dame and Ile de la Cite Legends Walking Tour

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1 hour 10 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover the Secrets of Île de la Cité and Notre-Dame Exterior. Explore the island where Paris was born on a complete exterior walking tour. Start at Pont Neuf by the Statue of Henri IV, stroll through the hidden royal square of Place Dauphine, see the exterior of the Conciergerie, Marie-Antoinette's prison, and stand where Jacques de Molay, the last Grand Master of the Knights Templar, was executed.Finish with a full guided tour of Notre-Dame from the outside: the peaceful Apse and Gargoyles Garden for the best views of the flying buttresses and chimeras, plus the iconic Main Facade, Portal of the Last Judgment and Rose Window. Hear the story of the 2019 fire and the 2024 restoration.
Exterior-only tour, no entry included.

What's Included

Licensed expert local guide
Full exterior visit of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Guided exterior walking tour of Île de la Cité
Headsets to hear the guide clearly (if needed)
Entry inside Notre-Dame Cathedral, Sainte-Chapelle or Conciergerie - this is an exterior-only tour
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Equestrian Statue of Henri IV

Look for Your guide holding a sign with Premium city tour logo. Metro: Pont Neuf (Line 7)

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Statue equestre d'Henri IV

    Your guide will meet you at the Statue of Henri IV on Pont Neuf, where the tour will begin. Look for the guide holding a Premium City Tour sign.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Conciergerie

    With your guide, discover the Conciergerie — the former medieval royal palace turned into the most feared prison of the French Revolution, where Marie Antoinette spent her final days.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Sainte-Chapelle

    Admire the exterior of Sainte-Chapelle with your expert guide and understand why it’s considered the jewel of Gothic art

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

    Stand at the very spot where Jacques de Molay, the last Grand Master of the Knights Templar, was burned at the stake in 1314. With your guide, hear his legendary final curse and the mysterious end of the Templar Order.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

    Discover Notre-Dame Cathedral from all angles. Admire the iconic Main Facade with its Rose Window and the Portal of the Last Judgment, then walk to the peaceful Apse and Gargoyles Garden behind the cathedral for a unique view of the flying buttresses, chimeras and stained glass away from the crowds.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by PREMIUM CITY TOUR

Tags

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

Cancellation Policy

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

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