Notre Dame Exterior Professional Guided Tour
Discover the magic of Notre Dame Cathedral with a tour blending expert guidance and the freedom to explore.
Your Experience Begin with a guided tour of Notre Dame’s breathtaking exterior. From its iconic gargoyles and flying buttresses to the grand west facade, your guide will bring its Gothic beauty to life. Learn about its history, cultural legacy, and how Victor Hugo’s novel helped save this masterpiece.
After the guided portion, transition seamlessly to the general admission line for interior access. Inside, marvel at the soaring nave, vibrant rose windows, and sacred relics like the Crown of Thorns. With your guide’s insights, explore at your own pace and savor the beauty of this architectural treasure.
Why Choose This Tour?
Expert Exterior Tour: Uncover the stories behind the architecture. Smooth Experience: Enjoy a seamless transition to your self-guided visit. Memorable Journey: Immerse yourself in Notre Dame’s timeless splendor. Book now for an unforgettable experience!
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Notre Dame Exterior Professional Guided Tour
What's included in Notre Dame Exterior Professional Guided Tour
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Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Experience the grandeur of Notre Dame Cathedral, a symbol of resilience and beauty now restored to its former glory. Stand in awe before its majestic facade, learn the stories behind its intricate carvings, and uncover the history of its sacred relics, including the renowned Crown of Thorns. Your guide will bring the cathedral’s rich heritage to life with engaging explanations and fascinating anecdotes. After the exterior tour, your guide will ensure you are fully prepared for the next step of your journey. With all the key details about the interior thoroughly explained, you’ll be equipped to explore the cathedral on your own. Once inside, you’ll have the freedom to admire the soaring architecture, radiant stained glass, and spiritual ambiance at your own pace, creating a deeply personal and memorable experience. Rest assured, the guide’s insights will make your visit truly enriching, even as you take the final steps of discovery independently.
Inclusions
- Guided Visit to Notre Dame’s Exterior
- The Best Professional and Knowledgeable Guides
- All About Notre Dame’s Architecture and Interior Artworks
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Guided Tour inside of Notre Dame. This part of the tour is self-guided.
- Scheduled Entry Ticket
- Cathedral entrance ticket (admission is free)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The entrance to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is free and open to all. The services offered are independent of access to the interior of the building.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Meet at the statue of Charlemagne, Place Jean-Paul II, Parvis Notre-Dame, 75004 Paris, France. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of your tour. Your guide will be waiting with a purple sign that says "Discover."
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Ticket Redemption
Meet at the statue of Charlemagne, Place Jean-Paul II, Parvis Notre-Dame, 75004 Paris, France. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of your tour. Your guide will be waiting with a purple sign that says "Discover."
