Private Guided Tour of Notre Dame Island with Cathedral Visit
Overview
Step into the story of Paris with this immersive Notre Dame and Île de la Cité walking tour. Stroll through the city’s oldest district, where Paris was born, and uncover the legends, architecture, and heritage that shaped the French capital.
Stroll cobbled lanes and riverside quays while learning clear, captivating stories about medieval kings, Gothic builders, and the city’s transformation through centuries. On the route you’ll learn about signature landmarks: the Seine River , Pont Neuf, the former royal prison Conciergerie, and the jewel-like Sainte-Chapelle.
The tour’s highlight is a visit inside Notre-Dame Cathedral — your guide explains the cathedral’s architecture, history, and recent restoration, with timed commentary designed for respectful, informative access.
Optional upgrades are available at booking: add a Seine River cruise for a different island perspective, and(or) include timed-entry tickets to Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie.
What's Included
- Accompanied Notre Dame Cathedral entry
- Private Guided Walking Tour of the Island
- Personal Expenses
- Tickets for Sainte-Chapelle and(or) Seine River cruise (if selected)
- Gratuities for your guide
Meeting Location
15 Place du Pont Neuf
75001 Paris, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Notre Dame
Paris, France
What To Expect
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Pont Neuf
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Place Dauphine
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Conciergerie
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Palais de Justice de Paris
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sainte-Chapelle
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Prefecture de Police (pass by)
Marche aux fleurs - Ile de la Cite (pass by)
Hotel-Dieu de Paris (pass by)
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- The entrance to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is free and open to all. The services offered are independent of access to the interior of the building.
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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).
- Accompanied Notre Dame Cathedral entry.
- Private Guided Walking Tour of the Island.
- Personal Expenses.
- Tickets for Sainte-Chapelle and(or) Seine River cruise (if selected).
- Gratuities for your guide.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Guided Tour of Notre Dame Island with Cathedral Visit is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Accompanied Notre Dame Cathedral entry
- Private Guided Walking Tour of the Island
- Personal Expenses
- Tickets for Sainte-Chapelle and(or) Seine River cruise (if selected)
- Gratuities for your guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- The entrance to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is free and open to all. The services offered are independent of access to the interior of the building.
