Sainte-Chapelle, Conciergerie & Notre Dame Exterior Guided Tour
Discover the heart of Paris on this 2.45-hour guided walking tour. Explore the beautiful Ile de la Cité and see the exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral. Marvel at the prowess of her 13th century builders. Enjoy skip the line access and marvel at the spectacular stained glass of the Sainte Chapelle, and visit the final prison of Marie Antoinette - the Conciergerie. *Please note this tour does not visit the interior of Notre Dame Cathedral. You will be able to visit at the end of your tour
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Ile de la Cite Tour in English
Tour in English.
What's included in Sainte-Chapelle, Conciergerie & Notre Dame Exterior Guided Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Ile de la Cite
Enjoy strolling through the streets of this charming island with your guide, hear the fascinating stories of it's long history, see one of the prettiest squares in Paris, and end your tour on the oldest bridge in the city.
Conciergerie
Visit inside the Conciergerie, built as a medieval palace but most famous as the prison and last home of Queen Marie Antoinette during the French Revolution. See the cells where the prisoners were kept, including the cramped cell of Marie Antoinette, where she was imprisoned until she was taken to the guillotine in 1793.
Sainte-Chapelle
We'll also take you inside the dazzling Sainte Chapelle, home to some of best-preserved and most breathtaking stained glass in the world. Built in the 13th century by the King Saint Louis, 80% of the walls are covered by remarkable colored glass windows. Once again you will skip the long entry lines, and your guide will teach you how to read the stories on these centuries old masterpieces, as you admire the astonishing multi-colored light flooding the chapel.
Inclusions
- Skip the line to visit Sainte Chapelle and admire its stunning stained glass windows.
- Enjoy a 2.5 hour guided tour with a licensed local guide.
- Discover the Conciergerie, the former royal prison where Marie Antoinette was held.
- See the iconic exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral and learn about its 13th-century construction
- Explore the historic Ile de la Cité, the very heart of Paris.
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Interior visit of Notre Dame Cathedral
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants aged 0-3 years are free of charge and do not require a booking.
- You can cancel your tour up to 24 hours prior to departure and receive a full refund. Please note that refunds are not possible for missed tours.
- If you plan to arrive at the meeting point by taxi, please ensure you leave yourselves plenty of time, it can often take a considerable amount of time to find a taxi in Paris!
- Please note this tour is not suitable for guests with mobility issues. There is a lift at the Sainte Chapelle, but there are also stairs and some are steep.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- At the boutique Paris Today at 2 Quai de Gesvres. The nearest metro is Hotel de Ville.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Please meet your guide 15 minutes prior to the starting time of the tour. **Notre Dame Cathedral has reopened to visitors, but group entry will not be allowed for several months. The tour will not visit the inside of the Cathedral. If you wish to visit you can do so at the end of the tour. • Entry times at the sites visited are strict and the group must enter on time, please do not be late. • We cannot guarantee that late arrivals can be accommodated. • Please note this voucher does not give you access to the sites, your guide will have the entry tickets with them at the meeting point. • Please present your booking voucher on your cell phone to your guide at the meeting point. You do not need to print it.