Île de la Cité Guided Tour & Exterior Notre Dame

Recommended by 92% of travelers

Paris, France

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Explore Paris on this small-group tour led by a local guide. Discover landmarks including Sainte-Chapelle, step inside the famous Shakespeare and Company English-language bookstore, and uncover hidden corners you might otherwise miss. Learn about the city’s history, culture, and architecture while the tour concludes at Notre-Dame Cathedral, where you admire the exterior and learn about its history and restoration.

Wander through the heart of Paris and uncover spots many visitors overlook
Avoid the crowds and enjoy a more relaxed pace on a small-group tour
Go beyond simple sightseeing with insider insights from a local guide
Admire Notre-Dame Cathedral’s iconic exterior and learn about its history

What's Included

Licensed local guide in English , French, Arabic
Time for photography at major landmarks
Personal assistance for entry inside Notre-Dame Cathedral
Walking tour through Île de la Cité

Gratuities
Skip-the-line access to Notre Dame
Guided tour inside Notre-Dame Cathedral

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Tour de l'Horloge du Palais de la Cité
Bd du Palais, 75001 Paris, France
Meet your guide at the Tour de l’Horloge, 2 Blvd du Palais, 75001 Paris. Look for the golden clock on the Conciergerie tower. Easy access via Metro 4 (Cité) or taxi. Your guide will wait with an “ElysiaGo” sign.

End point

Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris
6 Parvis Notre-Dame - Pl. Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris, France

Itinerary

Conciergerie

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Sainte-Chapelle

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Shakespeare and Company

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Saint-Julien-le-Pauvre

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Notre-Dame

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 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

4.7

based on 25 reviews

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Perfect visit to the Ile de la Cité

Frederique_M, Apr 2026

Great afternoon thanks to Farid. I can only thank him for sharing his love of historic Paris. Without hesitation, I will appeal to Viator and Farid for but next Parisian visits.

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