Notre Dame Express Exterior Guided Tour

Paris, France
Duration45m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 24 travelers

Overview

Discover Notre-Dame Cathedral on a 45-minute express exterior walking tour. Perfect if you are short on time but want the full story. Start at the Statue of Charlemagne and dive into 860 years of history. Admire the iconic Main Facade, the Portal of the Last Judgment, the Gallery of Kings and the stunning Rose Window. Continue to the south side for the best views of the flying buttresses, the South Rose Window and the newly rebuilt spire.Finish at the Apse from the Seine River side, the most photogenic angle with the Gargoyles Garden, and hear the incredible story of the 2019 fire and the 5-year restoration that led to the 2024 reopening. Your expert guide will share hidden details, best photo spots, and how to enter the cathedral on your own after the tour. Exterior-only tour, no entry included. Fast, complete and unforgettable.

Options

English Walking Tour

English guide

Spanish Group Tour

Spanish guide

French Group Tour

Visite Guidée Extérieure

What's included

  • Licensed expert local guide
  • Full exterior visit of Notre-Dame Cathedral
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly (if needed)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities (optional)

What to expect

  1. Equestrian Statue of Charlemagne
    5m
    Meet your guide at the iconic bronze statue. Quick intro to the Île de la Cité and the history of Notre-Dame before we start
  2. Notre-Dame
    35m
    Discover the exterior of Notre-Dame Cathedral in 35 minutes. Admire the West Facade, the Rose Windows, flying buttresses and the newly rebuilt spire from the best photo spots along the Seine. Hear the stories of Victor Hugo, the 2019 fire and the 5-year reconstruction. Exterior tour only, ideal for a quick and complete overview.
  3. Point zero des routes de France
    5m
    Visit Point Zéro - the official center of Paris from which all French road distances are measured

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Look for Your guide holding a sign with Premium city tour logo.

End point

Look for Your guide holding a sign with Premium city tour logo.

Additional information

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

Cancellation policy

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