Paris Notre Dame Cathedral and Sainte Chapelle Semi Private Tour

Overview

Itinerary

1. 1

   Ile de la Cite · 15m

   Begin your Paris adventure on Île de la Cité, the historic heart of the city. Discover centuries of stories with your expert guide, surrounded by the island’s beautiful architecture and views of the Seine to understand the history of Paris.

2. 2

   Sainte-Chapelle · 1h

   Enjoy a guided tour of Sainte-Chapelle, built in the 13th century by King Louis IX to house sacred relics, including the Crown of Thorns. Enjoy easy access to Sainte-Chapelle, with your guide organizing your admission tickets. Step inside to admire 15 magnificent stained-glass windows, soaring up to 15 metres and depicting more than 1,100 biblical scenes. As colourful light fills the royal chapel, discover how this Gothic masterpiece became a symbol of faith and royal power. All visitors must undergo security checks.

3. 3

   Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris · 45m

   Take a short walk to Notre Dame Cathedral, begun in 1163 and completed over 200 years later. Admire its flying buttresses, sculpted portals, and towers that made it the heart of medieval Paris. Recall iconic moments in French history: Joan of Arc’s trial, Napoleon’s coronation, and the worldwide fame of Victor Hugo’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Learn about the 2019 fire, which damaged parts of the cathedral yet left it standing as a symbol of resilience. Restoration is ongoing, but visitors can still admire its façade, towers, and lively square.

Good to know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Entry to Notre Dame Cathedral is free. Services offered are independent of entry to the building.
• Notre-Dame Cathedral recently restricted guided tours inside the cathedral every day. A guided visit inside may not be guaranteed. In such a case, your guide will provide explanations from outside the Cathedral.
• Prohibited items (such as sharp objects, glass bottles, and aerosols) confiscated at the entrance of the monument will not be returned to visitors.
• Respectful clothing is required to enter the cathedral. Shoulders and belly must be covered, thighs at least half-covered, and transparent clothing is not permitted. Entry may be denied if these rules are not respected.
• Strikes at the Sainte-Chapelle may occur, and the monument may decide to close without prior notice. If this happens, you can take a guided walking tour of Paris instead.
• Please remember to bring valid identification documents with you, considering monument entrances and security checks within the city.
• Please note that fast-track entry is not available for the cathedral. All visitors, including guided groups, must pass through mandatory security checks, which may result in a wait at the entrance.
• Clients must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour.
• Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.
• Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
• Large bags and backpacks are not allowed in the monument.
• The Cathedral may occasionally have unforeseen access restrictions for groups due to liturgical celebrations.

Cancellation policy

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