Notre-Dame de Paris exterior guided tour and interior audio tour
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Embark on a guided tour of the exterior of the iconic Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral, available in English. Listen to fascinating tales about its facade, its mythical gargoyles and more from your knowledgeable guide, and complement your visit with a handy mobile app that provides additional information about the cathedral interior.Begin your exploration of Notre-Dame by marvelling at its awe-inspiring exterior and intricate facade, while your expert guide regales you with intriguing stories about its flying buttresses and gargoyles, as well as the surrounding Île de la Cité neighbourhood. Following this, you'll join the queue for Notre-Dame with your guide, who will escort you to the entrance.Once inside, uncover over 850 years of history led by a mobile app. Listen to enlightening commentary on your smartphone while capturing photos of the Gothic architecture and beautiful rose windows. Learn about the heartbreaking destruction caused by the 2019 fire and subsequent recovery efforts, along with details about the cathedral's towers and more.
Highlights
- The tour offers an in-depth exploration of Notre-Dame Cathedral's exterior
- You'll hear fascinating stories about the facade and gargoyles from your guide
- Additional insights will be provided through a mobile app inside the cathedral
- It's an opportunity to learn about the tragic 2019 fire and the recovery efforts
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
an hour
Available in English
What's included
- Guided tour
- Downloadable APP
- Multilingual audio commentary
Not included
- Tips
- Individual headset
- Skip-the-line ticket
Where you'll meet
Meet your guide at Café ODETTE, located at 77 Rue Galande, 75005 Paris. Your guide will be holding a sign with a green and white ‘WeExplore’ logo. Please arrive 10 minutes early and bring your own headphones.
Important information
Not allowed:
* Entry to the cathedral is subject to a security check - large bags, luggage and sharp objects are not permitted
* Notre-Dame is a place of worship, so a dress code is required - bare shoulders and knees are not allowed
* Please respect the prayer atmosphere, and avoid loud conversations and phone calls
Know in advance:
* Entry to Notre-Dame de Paris is free and open to all. The services offered are independent of access to the interior of the building
* The guided tour is in English, while the audio guide is also available in French, Italian, Spanish and German
* Remember to scan the QR code on your voucher to download the audio guide before arrival
* Please note that opening hours may vary when special religious ceremonies are held
Remember to bring:
* Please bring your own headphones for the audio guide