Tour Around the Exterior of the Notre Dame Cathedral + Entrance to the Crypt
Notre Dame Cathedral Tour
We'll meet at the Charlemagne statue, right at the feet of the Notre Dame facade. Often considered one of the world's oldest Gothic cathedrals, from here we'll enjoy a tour around the outside of the cathedral allowing us to uncover the structure's best-kept secrets.
Though it suffered permanent damage in the fire on April 15, 2019, throughout our tour we'll share more insights into this tragedy and the bright future ahead for this beloved cathedral. We'll marvel at the iconic facade, and the famous gargoyles perched on the highest-reaching temples that climb up to 69 meters (226 feet) tall.
Following the tragic fire, and undergoing several reformations throughout its 8-century history, we'll glimpse several treasured details built into the structure. As we admire the exterior, our guide will point out key decorative pieces like the giant columns, rosettes, and the central organ. Plus, we'll discuss the parts of the structure lost in the fire, and what was preserved.
After 45 minutes of learning about the cathedral, our guide will take us into the crypts where you can explore the area at your own pace. Be sure to glimpse the archeological remains discovered thanks to an excavation project in the 20th century.
Enjoy exploring the crypts as you discover the urban and architectural evolution of the famous Île de la Cité, the historic center of Paris.
More Information
Duration
2 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Admission to the crypt
English–speaking guide
Not included
Admission to the cathedral
Guided visit in the crypt
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Experiencefirst
Corporate name: CITYTOUR1 INTERNATIONAL LLC
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Will we enter Notre Dame
A - No, we won't enter the cathedral's interior as its still not open to the public.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Charlemagne statue
