Paris Notre-Dame Interior or Exterior Walking Tour
Recommended by 97% of travelers
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Paris, France
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Admire the exterior of Paris’ Notre Dame Cathedral on this group walking tour. This all-outdoors tour showcases the exterior of this medieval masterpiece—revealing details and tales you could easily miss alone. View the towers, gargoyles, and buttresses; trace the cathedral’s history and 2019 damage; see Paris’ geographical center.
- Grasp the majesty of Paris’ Notre Dame Cathedral on an exterior walking tour
- Spot details and uncover history and context not obvious if exploring alone
Why Travelers Choose This Tour
Explore Notre Dame’s exterior—often missed on other tours.
What's Included
- 90-minute walking tour of Île de la Cité
- Expert local guide
- Upgrade for an interior guided tour
- Gratuities
- Notre-Dame Cathedral access and scheduled time slot
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 15 Pl. du Pont Neuf, 75001 Paris, France
Meet your guide in front of the statue of Henri IV on the Pont Neuf bridge. Your guide will be holding an orange sign that says “ExperienceFirst.” For easier navigation, you can paste this address into Google Maps: 15 Pl. du Pont Neuf, 75001 Paris
End point
- Crypte Archéologique de l'İle de la Cité7 Parvis Notre-Dame - Pl. Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris, France
This tour ends outside the Archeological Crypt.
Itinerary
1
Equestrian Statue of Henri IV
9 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Square du Vert-Galant
9 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Place Dauphine
9 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Court of Appeal of Paris
9 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
5
Tour de l'Horloge du Palais de la Cité
9 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Conciergerie
9 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
7
Palais de Justice de Paris
9 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
8
Chapelle Saint-Vincent-de-Paul
9 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
9
Marché aux Fleurs de Paris
9 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris (Pass By)
10
Crypte Archéologique de l'İle de la Cité
9 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a guided walking tour of the area around and outside of the Notre Dame Cathedral. You are welcome to enter the cathedral on your own before or after the tour.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 69 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 2,309 reviews
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Had a great experience touring around Notre Dame and the surrounding area with our very knowledgeable guide, Matt. We were supposed to be in a group but when the others canceled, it turned into a private tour. A really fun and informative morning and would highly recommend!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Hi Kristine, thank you so much! We are thrilled you had such a fun and informative time with Matt. We would love to host you again!
Matt is a fantastic guide. Even though he’s not French, he knows both ancient and modern history extremely well. He’s knowledgeable about architecture, medieval history, literature, and current events. He uses helpful audiovisual guides, makes jokes, and his tone of voice keeps the audience fully engaged throughout the tour.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for such a thoughtful review! We're delighted that Matt's wide-ranging knowledge, from architecture and medieval history to literature and modern Paris, made the tour so engaging. It's great to hear that his humor, audiovisual materials, and storytelling kept everyone interested throughout the experience. We'll be sure to share your kind words with him! 😊
Deceptive listing. Despite the cost it does not include access inside the building. This was made clear only after I paid, so I immediately asked for a refund and was refused.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear that the tour did not meet your expectations.
We understand how disappointing it can be when an experience differs from what you were hoping for. Our goal is always to provide clear and accurate information, and the tour description is intended to outline exactly what is included, including whether the experience includes access inside Notre-Dame or is an exterior walking tour.
We regret that the tour was not what you expected and that we were unable to accommodate your refund request, as the booking was based on the experience described in the listing.
We sincerely appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue improving how we communicate our tour details. Thank you again for sharing your experience, and we wish you all the best on your future travels.
Lucille was excellent and very knowledgeable about the area. She had lots of fun facts and the crypt was also worthwhile
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Toby, Thank you for your excellent feedback! We're thrilled that Lucille's extensive knowledge and fun facts added to your experience exploring the Notre-Dame area. It's also wonderful to hear you found the crypt worthwhile. We hope to guide you on another fantastic Parisian tour soon!
Very informative. Denise had lots of info and answered questions with even more in depth history. I would recommend to anyone
Response from Host, Apr 2026
We really appreciate your lovely feedback! It’s great to hear that Denise made the experience so informative and engaging by going the extra mile with her explanations
Linda was spectacular. Made the entire tour feel like she was reading a story to us. Very theatrical and funny. Keeps you very engaged. Perfect for teens and young adults.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re so happy you enjoyed the tour with Linda and her storytelling style. We hope to welcome you again soon!
Remi was amazing. Very entertaining, very informative and very engaging. My kids were engaged into the stories shared by Remi.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for the lovely review! Remi loves bringing the history of Île de la Cité to life, and we’re so glad the whole family had fun along the way.
Great trip and very informative. The whole family enjoyed the experience and recommendations as well
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your fantastic review!
We’re delighted to hear that your whole family enjoyed the Ile de la Cité and Notre-Dame tour, and that you found it informative and helpful with the recommendations as well.
We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you on another tour soon! 😊✨
This is the way to see Notre Dame!
Our guide Denise knew historical details not only of Notre Dame, but about many of the nearby chapels, municipal buildings, parks, bridges, and the island across the Siene they sit on.
She was a pleasure to tour with!
Highly recommend this experience!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hiii, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your Notre Dame and Île de la Cité tour with Denise. Her deep knowledge of the area and engaging storytelling make the history of Paris come alive, and we’re so glad that came through in your experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another tour soon!
Starting in the middle, we got a little history of the left and right side. Our tour guide was great. We traveled with a stroller, which is weird enough in Paris. Bring sunscreen and a hat. I would have appreciated an “in ear” option, which is the only reason for 4 stars. The handicap and strolled elevator was not working- not the tours fault.
The speaker was difficult to hear. When I was having trouble with my tickets I was brushed off. Not at all what I expected.
Sylvia was very knowledgeable about the history of France and its architecture. She was pleasant and easy to understand.
It's walking around the area and outside the church, make sure to use facilities prior to tour. Was non stop walking...
What others should know is Linda! She is an excellent tour guide. She is very knowledgeable and very personable. Her presentation of the tour information is enjoyable. One can tell she really enjoys her history! Thank you Linda.
Denise did a wonderful job. She had so much interesting information and seemed to enjoy her work. I enjoyed talking with her and learning a bit about her.
We learned a lot on this walking tour with Ellen. She was a great guide and very knowledgeable! Would definitely recommend.
Excellent guide very informative with many details about Paris history and the different king dynasty’s Tetania was wonderful very knowledgeable. Thanks
Response from Host, May 2025
Dear Claudia,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the tour and found Tetiana’s insights into Parisian history and the royal dynasties so informative. We’ll be sure to pass along your lovely feedback!
We hope to welcome you on another tour soon!
Best regards,
Team ExperienceFirst
Well Worth the money, Ellen the guide was clear, knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate, we were very happy, and found the history fascinating and the area was beautiful, Merci Julie
Simply excellent. Not a lot of walking, compared to other walking tours. Very pleasant tour guide. Presents history of Paris so well you just want more.
Tetiana did a great job! She provided a wealth of information regarding the history of the Notre Dame Cathedral, including the fire and restoration of the church.
Very casual but very necessary if your interested about the entire story of Notre Dame before and after fire
Benedicte was an excellent guide! Very knowledgeable and helpful to answer everyone’s questions! Highly recommend here as a guide!
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Dear Monika,
Thank you for the wonderful feedback!
We're so glad to hear that Benedicte provided such an excellent experience.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another tour soon!
Best regards,
Team ExperienceFirst
Never found the guide, no orange hat no blue jacket, so I toured the crypt by myself. Text Viator, when I received a text, but never got a reply. Given the massive crowds at ND this tour needs to do a better job
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Dear Joseph,
Thank you for sharing your feedback!
We’re sorry to hear that you missed your tour. The only communication we found was your confirmation of the new meeting point, so we’re unsure what happened that caused you to miss it.
However, we can confirm that we were at the correct location on time, as most guests were checked in for the tour.
Please reach out to us at info@exp1.com, and we’ll be happy to assist you further with this matter.
Best regards,
Team ExperienceFirst
We couldn’t find Crypto our guide and there was also no number to contact him on… I feel that money was extorted from me.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Hello Angelo,
We’re sorry to hear you missed your tour.
After checking, we couldn’t find any contact attempts from your side. Please know that we’re always here to assist guests who are running late or having trouble finding us.
Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need any assistance.
Best regards,
Team ExperienceFirst
Sania was a wonderful guide. She was both engaging and extremely informed. I was thrilled with this experience.
Sagar was a terrific guide - very informative and very personable! It was a most enjoyable tour! We had a great time!
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Dear Mary,
Thank you so much for your kind review!
We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time and that Sagar made the tour both informative and enjoyable. We’ll be sure to pass along your feedback to him!
We hope to welcome you again soon!
Best regards,
Team ExperienceFirst
Our tour guide was amazing! She was very friendly, engaging, and extremely knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for an interesting tour of the exterior grounds of Notre Dame in Paris.
Matt my tour guide was absolutely great. His energy was high and he was extremely knowledgeable about the church and the surrounding areas.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
We're thrilled to hear about your fantastic time! We can't wait to host you again and create more lasting memories together.
Great experience. Matt, our guide, was knowledgeable and funny. He provided relevant history and tons of photos to help explain the history, architecture and culture around Notre Dame. He kept a good pace and continually checked to ensure no one was being left behind. Highly recommend this tour.
Horrible! False advertising and no refund. The tour listing stated “free” admission to Notre Dame, yet there was no admission to Notre Dame included!!! I had taken an outdoor only tour last year, so only was interested in this tour for admission to the church, which based on the listing was included WITH the outdoor tour.
I was not alone in being mislead. At least four other people were confused when the guide said there was no admission to the church with the tour. I did not take the tour. When I asked for a refund it was refused. TERRIBLE SCAM!!! Stay away from this tour!!!!
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Hello James,
Thank you for sharing your feedback!
The tour you booked is called the Paris Notre Dame Cathedral Outdoor Walking Tour with Crypt Entry.
As stated in the product's exclusions, entrance to the Cathedral is not included.
Additionally, there is a note with further information on the booking page: "This tour doesn't go inside Notre Dame. Though the cathedral has recently reopened, group tours are not yet permitted inside Notre Dame. You are welcome to try to visit on your own after the guided tour. This guided experience is an outdoor walking tour of the area surrounding the cathedral, followed by entry (ticket included) to the crypt beneath it."
Please don't hesitate to reach out if we can assist you with anything else. Additionally, you are always welcome to contact us for any product details.
Best regards,
Team ExperienceFirst
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