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Notre Dame Interior with Crypt, Macaron or Lunch options

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Paris, France
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1 hour (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Discover the magic of Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris on this small-group experience, limited to just 5 guests for a more personal visit.

Explore the cathedral's exterior with an expert guide as you uncover the stories behind its sculpted portals, Gallery of Kings, flying buttresses, and Gothic architecture. Learn about its royal history, the 2019 fire, and the remarkable restoration. Then step inside to admire the soaring vaulted ceilings, stained-glass windows, and chapels. Due to cathedral regulations, guided commentary is not permitted inside. Your guide will share all key historical insights before entry, allowing you to explore the interior at your own pace.

After your visit, continue with your selected option: explore the Archaeological Crypt, enjoy a French macaron tasting, or relax with lunch at a local restaurant.

What's Included

  • Insights into Notre Dame’s architecture, history, and restoration
  • Parisian lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant with selected option
  • Macaron tasting from a renowned Parisian patisserie with selected option
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Access to the cathedral towers
  • Food and drinks (unless selected as part of an option)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Île de la Cité
75004 Paris, France

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

6 Parvis Notre Dame - Place Jean-Paul II
75004 Paris, France

The tour concludes at Notre Dame Cathedral. After the guided experience, guests will be directed or escorted to their selected option, including the Archaeological Crypt, macaron tasting location, or lunch venue.

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Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

Explore both the exterior and interior of this iconic cathedral with a certified guide who brings its history to life through detailed storytelling. Begin outside as you examine the intricately sculpted façades, including the three grand portals, the Gallery of Kings, and the famous flying buttresses that define Gothic architecture.Step inside to experience the vast interior space, where soaring ribbed vaults, towering columns, and the magnificent rose windows create a dramatic and spiritual atmosphere. As you move through the cathedral, learn the meaning behind its design, the symbolism embedded in its artwork, and the major historical events that took place here, from royal ceremonies to its near destruction in 2019.Gain insight into the ongoing restoration efforts following the fire, and understand how this monument continues to stand as a symbol of resilience, culture, and faith in the heart of Paris.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Archeological Crypt of the Parvis of Notre-Dame (pass by)

With the selected option, continue your journey beneath the cathedral at the Archaeological Crypt. Discover the ancient foundations of Paris, where layers of history dating back to Roman times are preserved below the square of Notre Dame. This self-guided visit offers a deeper understanding of the city’s origins and evolution.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Entry to Notre Dame is free for all, you do not need a reserved ticket to participate on this tour.
  • Groups of 5 or more will be split into separate groups, we also reserve the right to split groups of any size without notice
  • For quick help concerning your tour, please reach us via the email and WhatsApp provided in your booking confirmation.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Notre Dame Interior with Crypt, Macaron or Lunch options?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Insights into Notre Dame’s architecture, history, and restoration
  • Parisian lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant with selected option
  • Macaron tasting from a renowned Parisian patisserie with selected option
  • Interior Visit of Notre Dame Cathedral
  • Stories of key figures such as Napoleon and Victor Hugo
  • Entry ticket to the Archaeological Crypt (self-guided) with selected option
  • Expert English-speaking certified guide
  • Guided exterior walking tour of Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Access to the cathedral towers
  • Food and drinks (unless selected as part of an option)
  • Ticketed entry- Entry is free and no reservation is required; you will enter with your guide.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Entry to Notre Dame is free for all, you do not need a reserved ticket to participate on this tour.
  • Groups of 5 or more will be split into separate groups, we also reserve the right to split groups of any size without notice
  • For quick help concerning your tour, please reach us via the email and WhatsApp provided in your booking confirmation.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 200 travelers

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