Île de la Cité Guided Tour & Exterior Notre Dame
Description
Step into the heart of Paris and explore the birthplace of the city with a passionate local guide. Wander hidden medieval streets, snap memorable photos at breathtaking spots, and discover the stories behind iconic landmarks like Notre-Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, and more. Enjoy a relaxed pace, surprises along the way, and tips you’d only get from a real Parisian. This is more than a tour—it's an authentic Paris experience you’ll remember!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Discover the stories of this former royal palace turned Revolutionary-era prison, where Marie-Antoinette was held before her execution.
Marvel at the stunning stained-glass windows of this Gothic masterpiece, built to house precious Christian relics.
Visit the legendary English-language bookstore, a literary haven frequented by writers and artists for nearly a century.
See one of Paris's oldest churches, renowned for its Romanesque architecture and rich musical tradition.
Admire the iconic façade of Notre-Dame and learn about its rich history and ongoing restoration.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(25)
Fetal was an excellent tour guide for the Notre Dame Cathedral! I highly recommend using him as a guide!!
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.
Cancelled the same morning, 30 minutes before the scheduled start of the tour. No guide to replace the sick one, possibly shifting the schedule.
No assistance for entry into Our Lady Poor comments For us not to recommend A scam Assassaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
Nous sommes sincèrement désolés d’apprendre que votre expérience n’a pas été à la hauteur de vos attentes et nous vous remercions d’avoir pris le temps de partager votre retour. Concernant l’assistance à l’entrée de Notre-Dame, nous tenons à préciser que, conformément aux conditions clairement indiquées lors de la réservation, celle-ci dépend des règles d’accès mises en place par la cathédrale le jour de la visite. En période de forte affluence ou de contrôles renforcés, l’entrée reste sous la gestion exclusive du site, indépendamment de l’organisateur. Nous regrettons également que les commentaires du guide ne vous aient pas semblé satisfaisants. Nos guides sont pourtant des professionnels agréés, formés pour proposer une visite historique et culturelle de l’Île de la Cité et de Notre-Dame, et nous prenons ce type de retour très au sérieux afin d’améliorer continuellement la qualité de nos visites. Chez ElysiaGo, la transparence et la satisfaction de nos visiteurs sont essentielles. Nous regrettons que cette visite n’ait pas répondu à vos attentes et restons disponibles pour échanger de manière constructive si vous souhaitez nous contacter directement. Nous vous remercions pour votre compréhension. ElysiaGo
Hafid was a wonderful host with extensive knowledge about the history of Notre Dame. I strongly recommend this tour. Thank you!
Thank you very much for your 5-star review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience on the Notre-Dame tour. Hafid’s extensive knowledge of the cathedral’s history, combined with his warm and engaging approach, helps bring this iconic monument to life, and we’re pleased to know you appreciated it. Your strong recommendation truly means a great deal to us. Thank you for choosing ElysiaGo for your visit to Paris. We hope to welcome you again for another enriching and memorable experience! - ElysiaGo Team
Hafid is a terrific guide. We enjoyed our tour of the interior of Notre Dame de Paris. He's very knowledgeable and inside Notre Dame is beautiful.
Thank you very much for your 5-star review! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your guided tour of the interior of Notre-Dame de Paris. Hafid is truly passionate and knowledgeable, and it’s wonderful to know his guidance helped you fully appreciate the beauty of this iconic cathedral. Experiencing Notre-Dame from the inside is always special, and we’re happy it made your visit memorable. Thank you for choosing ElysiaGo. We hope to see you again on another visit to Paris!
Hafid was very knowledgeable and most willing to answer our questions. He was wonderful! He is very enthusiastic about the cathedral and its importance to Paris and the world.
Thank you very much for your 5-star review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Île de la Cité guided tour and your experience at Notre-Dame. Hafid will be thrilled to know that his knowledge, enthusiasm, and willingness to answer questions made your visit so memorable. His passion for the cathedral and its significance to Paris and the world truly reflects the level of experience ElysiaGo strives to provide. Thank you for your kind recommendation. We look forward to welcoming you again on a future ElysiaGo experience!
Hafid was an outstanding guide. We loved the “inside” information about Cathedral Notre Dame. The cathedral itself is full of history - French, religious, architectural and otherwise. A private tour was perfect.
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful review of your Notre-Dame and Île de la Cité Express Guided Tour. We are delighted to hear that your winter afternoon in Paris was enhanced by Hafid’s guidance. He truly has a gift for bringing the rich layers of Notre-Dame’s history to life, from its French heritage to its religious significance and remarkable architectural story. We are especially glad that the private tour format allowed you to enjoy a more personal and immersive experience. At ElysiaGo, we are committed to creating moments that feel meaningful, insightful, and memorable, and it is a pleasure to know we succeeded for you. Thank you again for choosing us during your time in Paris. We hope to welcome you back on another ElysiaGo experience very soon.
Excellent and very informative guidance. Our guide, Feta, was extremely competent, friendly and had a lot of background knowledge. He took a lot of time for additional questions and answered them in detail.
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your impressions of the Notre-Dame & Île de la Cité Express Guided Tour. We’re delighted to hear that you found the tour so informative and impactful. Fetah is indeed highly knowledgeable, and we’re glad that his friendly manner and deep background expertise enriched your visit. It’s especially nice to hear that he took the time to answer your additional questions — this kind of personal attention is exactly what we aim to offer our guests. We would be happy to welcome you again on another tour in Paris! ElysiaGo Team
Feta skillfully guided us through the cathedral and showed us interesting details and informed us about the most important points.
Thank you for sharing your experience on our Notre-Dame & Île de la Cité Express Guided Tour. It’s wonderful to hear that Fetah guided you smoothly through the cathedral and highlighted details and key points that made the visit meaningful. We’re delighted the tour left a positive impression and truly appreciate you taking the time to write about it. We hope to welcome you again for more discoveries in Paris with ElysiaGo. ElysiaGo Team
