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Île de la Cité Tour: Notre Dame and Sainte Chapelle with Skip-the-Line Tickets

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The inside story

Unfortunately, due to the recent fire that damaged its iconic spire, the 850-year-old Cathédrale de Notre Dame de Paris, simply known as Notre-Dame, has been forced to temporarily close. There’s speculation it will take at least five years before it can be restored to its former splendour.

Located on a small island called the Ile de la Cite in the middle of river Seine, the cathedral is among the most significant cultural treasures of Paris and a prime example of French Gothic architecture. Started in 1163 during the reign of King Louis VII, the construction of the cathedral went on for more than 2 centuries. Throughout its history, Notre-Dame has lived through moments of both glory and decay; once coming close to being demolished, it was later saved by Napoleon, who was crowned Emperor in 1804 inside the cathedral. A great historical artefact in itself, the building of Notre-Dame serves also as a museum, where drawings, plans and engravings show the old and hidden mysteries of the church development and how the city of Paris changed through the centuries.

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Notre Dame Paris – Priority Entrance, tickets, prices, guided tours

Notre Dame de Paris or Notre Dame Cathedral is one of the favorite tourist destinations for Catholic and non-Catholic tourists.

Tourists admire its stained glass, the towers, rose windows, steeple, and gargoyles.

They also spend time exploring the Notre Dame treasury and climb the towers to see panoramic views of Paris.

In this article, we explain everything you should know before booking tickets for the Notre Dame in Paris.

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Following a severe fire on 15 April 2019, Notre Dame Cathedral, its treasure, and towers are closed for visitors until further notice. We recommend  Sainte Chapelle  and  Pantheon instead.

What to expect

Notre Dame is about 127 meters (417 feet) long and 48 meters (158 feet) wide and can hold around 9000 people.

The three enormous stained glass windows are its most prominent feature.

The glass windows were created in different periods, but the parts are from medieval times.

The diameter of the two large rose windows is 13.1 meters (43 feet).

The rose window on the West, over the portals, was the first and smallest of the windows in Notre Dame.

Once you are inside, you must check out the top floor, made entirely of oak wood.

It is believed that they cut a forest of 21 hectares (52 acres) to construct this masterpiece.

There are around 29 chapels in the cathedral.

In the chapels, you will find a silver statue of the Virgin Mary dating back to the 14th century.

Don’t miss out on the “Mays” of Notre-Dame de Paris.

These paintings are referred to as ‘Mays’ because the Parisian Goldsmiths’ Society commissioned them every year to be gifted to the cathedral on May 1.

The organ of the Notre Dame has around 7800 pipes and is 30-foot-wide.

The Cathedral has five bells, the largest of which is called Emmanuel.

It has been part of Notre Dame since the 16th century.

Emmanuel is in the South tower and weighs over 13 tons.

This bell is always rung first, at least 5 seconds before the rest. The other four bells are in the North Tower.

Notre Dame’s most valuable relic is the Crown of Thorns, a legendary cultural property from Judea.

Where to book tickets 

Tickets for the Notre Dame Cathedral are available online and at the attraction.

Online ticket prices tend to be cheaper than tickets at the venue.

When you buy online, you can avoid the long queues at the attraction’s ticket counters.

When you book early, you also get your preferred time slot.

During peak days, the tickets may sell out. Booking early helps avoid last-minute disappointments.

How do online tickets work

Go to the Notre Dame booking page and choose your desired date and time and the number of tickets. 

Once you purchase Notre Dame tickets, they get delivered to your email address. 

There is no need to get printouts of the ticket. 

You can show the e-ticket on your smartphone when you visit Notre Dame.

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Notre Dame tickets – priority entrance

The only way to avoid the long lines is by buying priority entrance tickets.

If you have decided to buy Notre Dame tickets, you have three options.

1. Self-guided tour with an audio guide 2. Guided tour 3. Guided tour with access to the Tower

All these tickets will get delivered to your inbox immediately after purchase.

On the day of your visit, show the ticket on your smartphone and walk in.

Self-guided tour with audio guide

You get to skip the line with this ticket and enter Notre Dame cathedral through the priority entrance.

At the reception, you hand over an ID and collect the audio guide (you don’t have to pay).

Besides English, the other languages supported are Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Portuguese.

Ticket Prices

Adult ticket (12+ years): €19 Child ticket (up to 11 years): Free entry

Guided tour of Notre Dame

This English guided tour is available for two time slots – 10 am and 2 pm.

They take you in and around the Cathedral for an hour, narrating stories and sharing anecdotes.

The guide also shares whether the legends of the novel “Hunchback of Notre Dame” written by Victor Hugo are true or not.

After the guided tour is over, you are free to explore the cathedral on your own.

Adult ticket (18+ years): €20 Youth ticket (10 to 17 years): €15 Child ticket (up to 9 years): Free

Guided tour with Tower access

This guided tour needs a lot of walking, not to mention the 400 steps you must climb to reach the tower.

With these tickets, you will skip two lines – the queue at the entrance and the queue for going up the Tower.

The duration of this tour is two hours.

Adult ticket (4+ years): €44 Child ticket (up to 3 years): Free

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Notre Dame combo tickets

There are two reasons why Notre Dame combo tours are popular among tourists.

Reason 1: Combo tour tickets are 20% cheaper than if you bought the tickets individually Reason 2: There are lots of interesting attractions near Notre Dame, which tourists prefer to see on the same day

For instance, The Louvre, Sainte-Chapelle, and Latin Quarter are within 15 minutes of walking distance from Notre Dame.

Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe are 5 Kms from Notre Dame, and a cab can take you there in ten minutes.

Here are our favourite Notre Dame combo tours –

Notre Dame and Ile de la Cité

You start with a walking tour of island Ile de la Cité, one of two natural islands on the Seine River.

The second part of the tour includes a guided tour of Notre Dame.

You also get to climb the towers and see a panoramic view of the city.

Adult ticket (15+ years): €35 Child ticket (4 to 14 years): €30 Infant ticket (up to 3 years): Free

Notre-Dame Towers and Sainte-Chapelle

This tour is quite popular with religious tourists. You will skip the lines and enter both Sainte-Chapelle and Notre Dame under the guidance of an English speaking guide.

You will also climb up the tower at Notre Dame.

Adult ticket (19+ years): €63 Child ticket (4 to 18 years): €53 Infant ticket (up to 3 years): Free

Notre-Dame and Louvre Museum

This ticket gets you to skip the line entrance to Notre Dame and The Louvre, saving you a lot of waiting time.

After exploring the Cathedral, you skip the line to go up the Towers.

At The Louvre, the guide takes you around on a masterpieces tour showing you world-famous icons like the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, Winged Victory of Samothrace, etc.

Adult ticket (15+ years): €96 Child ticket (4 to 14 years): €91 Child ticket (up to 3 years): Free

How to reach

Notre Dame Cathedral is located on the île de la Cité in the heart of the city.

It’s one of the two remaining natural islands in river Seine.

Address: 6 Parvis Notre-Dame – Place Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris. Get Directions

You can reach the cathedral by public transport or personal vehicle.

If the Paris Metro is your preferred mode of transport, you can get down at any of these Metro stations

•     Cite Station or Saint-Michel station on Line 4 •     Hôtel de Ville station on Lines 1 or 11 •     Cluny – La Sorbonne or Maubert-Mutualité station on Line 10 •     Châtelet RER station on lines 7, 11 or 14

Paris also has the commuter/rapid transit system – Réseau Express Régional (RER).

On both Line B and C of RER, you can get down at the Saint-Michel l – Notre-Dame station.

If you are driving by car, turn on Google Maps and get started.

You will find enough car parking spots.

From Monday to Friday, Notre Dame opens at 8 am and closes at 6.45 pm.

It opens at 8 am on Saturday and Sunday but extends its closing time by an hour to 7.45 pm.

All through the week, there are no midday closures.

This timing is applicable all through the year.

Welcome desk’s timings

The information desk at the Cathedral follows a different timing.

On weekdays, it opens at 9.30 and closes at 6 pm.

On Saturdays and Sundays, the information desk opens early at 9 am but closes at the same time – 6 pm.

Mass times at Notre Dame

The Mass takes place every Monday at 8 am, and 9 am in the choir of Notre Dame.

The 9 am choir doesn’t happen in July, August, and the first 15 days of September.

From Monday to Saturday, mass also happens in Notre Dame at noon, at the main altar.

Sunday Mass at Notre Dame Paris

On Sunday, several Mass occur throughout the day.

At 8:30 am, there is a simple Mass followed by Laud’s service and then the Gregorian Mass at 10 am.

International Mass happens at 11:30 am, followed by another Mass at 12:45 pm.

The 6:30 pm Mass is presided over by the archbishop of Paris, an important event for Catholic tourists visiting Paris.

How long does the Notre Dame take

Visitors need at least an hour to explore Notre Dame – half an hour to walk around the Cathedral and another half hour to go in and enjoy the interiors.

There is as much to see from outside the Cathedral as there is inside.

Time needed to climb Notre Dame Tower

If you decide to climb the towers of Notre Dame , you may need more time.

The queues are long, and climbing up the 402 stone stairs is a hectic task though the view is as rewarding as the climb is exhausting.

Waiting in the line, climbing the tower at Notre Dame, and then getting back can take you around two hours.

If you decide to sign the book of remembrances, factor in 15 minutes more.

Visiting the treasury will add another 20 minutes to your tour of Notre Dame.

Here is the summary –

*Some tourists don’t recommend the tower climb. They say it is too much of an effort for views of Paris which can be seen from either the Eiffel Tower or Arc de Triomphe .

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Best time to visit Notre Dame

The best time to visit Notre Dame is 5.30 pm.

Around this time, visitors can enjoy the  Notre Dame cathedral  draped in sunset colors, relish the stained glass experience, and hear Vespers Service singing.

If you plan to go up the Notre Dame Tower, 5.30 pm is too late for you because the entries to the Towers close at 6 pm.

Best time to experience the stained glass

For the best stained-glass experience at Notre Dame, mornings and evenings are much recommended because the light enters at an angle.

If you reach Notre Dame after dark, you won’t be able to enjoy the beauty of the stained glass.

Best months to visit

Queues at Notre Dame are the longest from April to October.

The best months for a quick visit are from November to March – you won’t waste a lot of time queuing up.

When NOT to visit Notre Dame

Major religious holidays like Christmas, Easter, All Saints’ Day, Ascension Day, etc., are not the best days to visit Notre Dame, Paris.

You must avoid visiting for a few days before and after these significant religious holidays because many believers attend the church.

Notre Dame is also exceptionally crowded in the French Spring holidays, Easter Weekend, and 14 July.

As much as possible, avoid Sundays because it is teeming with believers who want to attend the service.

Notre Dame for free

There is no admission fee for Notre Dame in Paris.

And that is why it is always crowded, with long lines which lead to a lot of waiting time.

If you want to  enter through a priority entrance  and/or  climb up the Bell Towers , you need to buy a ticket.

However, there is a way to use both the special entrance and go up the Towers for free – by buying the  Paris Museum Pass .

Besides the Notre Dame Cathedral, this discount card also gives you free access to 60 other Parisian museums and attractions.

Waiting time at Notre Dame

Notre Dame Cathedral is notorious for its long line of tourists waiting to get in.

The lines are mainly because of visitors who block the entrance as they start taking pictures right at the door, blocking the way for others.

There’s no one to manage the lines, which means the lines move when they move.

On average, you must wait for 30 minutes or so before you can enter the Notre Dame Cathedral.

If you opt to go up the Tower, you must stand in yet another queue, where the waiting time can even go up to 90 minutes during peak times.

This long waiting time is because of two reasons: 1. Every 10 minutes, only 20 people can walk up the stairs 2. There are lots of visitors who want to go up the stairs

If you must go up the Tower, we suggest you reach Notre Dame 30 minutes before it opens. This way, you will be one of the first to go up the stairs.

Dress code at Notre Dame

Since Notre Dame in Paris is also a place of worship, a strict dress code gets followed.

Visitors found violating the dress code get stopped at the entrance.

Women must wear clothes that cover their shoulders and knees.

Low cut or sleeveless clothing, shorts, miniskirts are a strict no.

Men must avoid shorts and hats as well.

If you visit on a Sunday and plan to sit for the service, you may want to dress up a bit.

Safety in Notre-Dame

During your trip to Notre Dame, please be on your guard – it could mean the difference between an excellent tour of the Cathedral or a holiday that went bad.

Outside Notre Dame (and in other tourist areas of Paris), you can be approached by locals requesting you to sign a petition.

Do not sign anything; walk away.

Once you show interest, you will be asked to donate money, which goes into the scamster’s pocket.

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Notre Dame Outdoor Walking Tour With Crypt Entry

A journey of rebirth, ruins, and remembrance.

• When 10 AM, 11:30 AM, 1 PM, 2:30 PM - daily except Monday (seasonal schedule)
• Duration 2 hours (1 hour guided)
• Meeting Point Statue of Charlemagne

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• Discover the storied history of Notre Dame, dating back to the 12th century.
• Learn what was lost and what was miraculously saved from the 15-hour fire in 2019.
• Hear first-person perspectives from your local guide about the tragedy.
• Get the inside scoop on how and when the cathedral will reopen.
• Receive your ticket to descend to the archeological crypt beneath Notre Dame.
• See a unique perspective of Île de la Cité, the original city of Paris.
• Upgrade to enjoy a narrated cruise on the beautiful Seine river.
• Take our Paris shuttle for convenient transportation, included with your tour.

What you'll do

When you come to Paris, there are icons you can’t miss, and Notre Dame is one of these. Though it suffered damage from the fire April 15, 2019, you can still discover the history, tragedy and bright future of this beloved cathedral with our Notre Dame walking tour.

You’ll learn how it began in 1163 and took over a century to finish. You’ll relive the night when people all over the world watched in horror as the cathedral filled the sky with ash, hearing what was lost but also what was saved. And you’ll share in the story of survival thanks to the valiant rescue and recovery efforts of first responders.

Walk with your guide around the scene of the fire, as they share first-person perspectives about this historic event. You’ll admire the iconic features of the well-known facade, including the towers and legendary gargoyles, reliving the moments when their survival was uncertain.

Get as close as possible to Point Zero, the geographic center of Paris that’s sometimes considered a place of good luck, just steps from the famous cathedral.

Finish your tour of Notre Dame’s exterior at the entrance to the archaeological crypt below the cathedral. Learn about this unique site before going underground for your self-guided visit to the very foundations of Île de la Cité, the original Paris.

Notre Dame tour itinerary

Notre dame’s famous façade.

With its iconic towers and legendary gargoyles that survived the blaze

A glimpse of the geographic center of Paris at the heart of the tragic fire

The right side of the cathedral

Where you’ll see magnificent flying buttresses and the empty space where the famous spire fell

Scaffolding and signs of rebirth

As the cathedral is restored to its original splendor

Archaeological crypt of Île de la Cité

A self-guided visit to the foundations of Paris below Notre Dame

Plan your trip

Add on a Seine river cruise, good for one year from your tour date.

Your entry ticket to the archeological crypt below Notre Dame is included in this tour.

Tour ending point

This tour ends at Notre Dame where you’ll continue for a self-guided visit of the crypt.

Refund policy

We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours before the start time.

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Notre dame tour reviews.

This was an excellent outdoor tour of Notre Dame. Our guide, Sophia, was very knowledgeable, engaging, and funny. The tour was fascinating, and I recommend it highly.

Meeting point

If you are facing the crypt and Notre Dame, the meeting point is on the right side, next to the Statue of Charlemagne. For easy navigation, paste the following coordinates into Google Maps: 48.8533421443481, 2.3482782134482134.

Your guide will be holding an orange sign that says “ExperienceFirst.”

Will we go inside the Notre Dame Cathedral?

This tour doesn’t go inside Notre Dame. Nobody has been permitted to enter the cathedral since the tragic fire of 2019. This guided experience is an outdoor walking tour of the area surrounding the cathedral, followed by entry (ticket included) to the crypt beneath it.

How does the Seine cruise upgrade work?

Your guide will give you instructions on where to find the boat. Your ticket is good for a one-hour cruise along the Seine anytime within one year of the date of your tour. Make sure to arrive on time for your Eiffel Tower tour to receive your boat tickets — if you miss your tour, you won’t be able to pick up your cruise tickets. Reservations are not required for the river cruise. Just show up 20 minutes early with your tickets. The boat ride is roundtrip, starting and ending by the Eiffel Tower.  Here is a map  of the meeting point.  

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, this tour is accessible for both wheelchairs and strollers.

What is the cancellation policy?

We understand plans change. We offer a 100% refund or the option to reschedule up to 24 hours before your tour start time. Cancellations within 24 hours aren’t eligible for refunds or rescheduling.

When should I get there?

Plan to be there 15 minutes early. The tour starts promptly, and you may not be able to catch up if you arrive late.

What if it rains?

Our tours run rain or shine. If there’s extreme weather and we have to cancel, you’ll get a full refund.

Are gratuities included?

Tips aren’t included but are always appreciated by our guides. If you think your guide did an outstanding job, a tip is a great way to show that.

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Île de la Cité:  The Historic Heart of Paris

Want to explore Île de la Cité, one of two attraction-packed islands in the Seine River at the heart of Paris? 

You may already know Île de la Cité as the home of three magnificent world-famous medieval masterpieces - Notre Dame Cathedral, Sainte-Chapelle, and the Conciergerie - but it's also the birthplace of Paris and filled with lots of other interesting places for you to visit.

Almost 2,300 years ago, a Celtic tribe called the Parisii created a small settlement here, and since that time, Roman invaders, France's first kings, Medieval and Renaissance architects and builders, and the French Revolution have contributed to Île de la Cité 's fascinating mix of history and charm.

Today, in addition to the three top medieval attractions , you can visit a wonderful flower and bird market that's flourished here since the early 1800s, a haunting World War II memorial, beautiful but almost hidden parks, an archeological dig where you can see layers of Paris history, a square lined with lovely buildings built in the early 1600s by a French king, inviting bistros and boutiques, and other special places missed by many visitors.

Consider beginning your explorations by joining a small-group guided tour of the island.  One of the best is the Île de la Cité Walking Tour, which also includes skip-the-line tickets and tours of Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie. 

In this article, you'll find 14 fascinating places to visit plus a map of Île de la Cité, tips for getting there, suggestions about where to stay nearby, and where to eat.

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14 Best Things to Do & See on Île de la Cité

1.  tour île de la cité by foot or on wheels.

A popular way to get acquainted with Île de la Cité's famous and lesser-known attractions is to join a guided tour. 

Whether you prefer to make the most of your time by visiting Île de la Cité with a local expert or you want a quick introduction to the neighborhood before exploring more on you own, these tours offer you a variety of fun and unforgettable experiences while seeing top attractions, learning about the island's history and lore, and even seeing other parts of Paris:

• Île de la Cité Walking Tour including Notre Dame - See the island, Sainte Chapelle, and the Conciergerie on this small group tour; includes skip-the-line tickets
• Île de la Cité Walking Tour, Seine Cruise, & Skip-the-Line Sainte-Chapelle - Explore the neighborhood on this guided walking tour; get tickets to visit Sainte-Chapelle and take a Seine River cruise on your own
• Paris Highlights: From Notre Dame to Eiffel Tower - On this small group or private walking tour, you'll see Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower, and other top Paris historical sites, bridges, palaces, and parks.
• Classic Sites Tour by Vintage Citroen 2CV - See famous Paris attractions all over the city, including Notre Dame on Île de la Cité, on this 2-hour driving tour in a classic French car
• Charming Paris Nooks & Crannies Bike Tour - Explore Paris's most charming neighborhoods including Île de la Cité by bike on this fun tour of the city's top attractions

Fun fact about Île de la Cité:   The island is split between two of Paris's 20 administrative districts.  The island's western end is in the 1st arrondissement, and the eastern end is in the 4th.

2.  Gaze at the Medieval Splendor of Notre Dame Cathedral

Notre Dame Cathedral - or in French, Notre-Dame de Paris , meaning "Our Lady of Paris) is one of the world's finest and most famous Gothic cathedrals, built between 1160 and 1260.

The cathedral is the most important medieval monument in Paris, and certainly the most important attraction on Île de la Cité.  Its flying buttresses and vaulted ceilings, gorgeous stained glass rose windows, superb (and enormous) pipe organ and bells, massive quantities of decorative sculpture including its famous gargoyles, priceless art and religious relics, and beautiful concerts are just a few of the many reasons to visit.

Unfortunately, you cannot go inside right now.  After a huge fire came close to destroying this irreplaceable cultural treasure, a multi-year restoration effort is now in progress, with a grand reopening planned for December 8, 2024.  Check Paris December Events for details as they become available.

Other dates to note: 

• A special mass in the Nave is scheduled for April 15, 2024, exactly 6 years after the fire
• A replica of the mid-19th century spire added by French architect Eugene Violette-le-Duc will be in place by the time of the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics

Despite all the scaffolding currently in place, Notre Dame still belongs on your "must visit" bucket list.  From the front (the view in the photo at the top of this article), the cathedral doesn't actually look as bad as you might expect, and you can see quite a lot of the magnificent structure from the surrounding streets and across the river. 

Only when you walk around and gaze at the sides and back will you notice the full extent of the damage - but you will still be able to see lots of the intricate sculptural details and the architecture. 

If you want to get current information about the status of the repairs and a French perspective about the politics surrounding restoration decisions, take one of the neighborhood walking tours mentioned above:  Île de la Cité Walking Tour including Notre Dame (includes Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie skip the line tickets), Île de la Cité Walking Tour with Seine Cruise & Skip-the-Line Sainte-Chapelle tickets (the cruise lets you see the damaged cathedral from a different perspective, and Paris Highlights: From Notre Dame to Eiffel Tower are all good choices.

If you want to book a Seine cruise to see Notre Dame on your own, the hop-on hop-off Batobus is a good choice because you can cruise by as many times as you want, and the Notre Dame stop is close to the cathedral.

Finally, if you don't have a lot of time or want to combine seeing the famous cathedral with other acdtivities, consider a 1-hour Seine River cruise, an evening Seine River cruise with dinner, or a combo ticket for a hop-on hop-off bus tour and Seine River cruise.

3.  Soak Up Beauty in Saint Chapelle

Famous for its dazzling medieval stained glass windows and candlelight concerts, Sainte Chapelle is another Gothic gem on Île de la Cité.  In a city filled with magnificent churches, the beauty of this small chapel built to house religious relics has no equal.

If you're planning to visit for the first time, get the most from your experience by joining the small group Île de la Cité Walking Tour with tours of Sainte Chapelle and Conciergerie.  Your guide will share highlights of Sainte Chapelle's history and architecture, and explain a few of the 1,113 scenes depicted in the chapel's 15 huge glass panels.

If you're planning a return visit - because one visit here is never enough - save time by getting combo tickets and a tour that also includes the Conciergerie, almost next door, plus an outside tour of Notre Dame Cathedral.

You can also get free admission when you have a Paris Museum Pass.

Find out more about visiting Sainte Chapelle

4.  Explore the Conciergerie:  Medieval Palace, Reign of Terror Prison

Many Paris visitors overlook the Conciergerie, Île de la Cité's third magnificent medieval attraction, in favor of Notre Dame and Saint Chapelle, its more famous neighbors.  That's a pity because this UNESCO World Heritage site is a stunning example of 13th century secular Gothic architecture. 

Aside from its spectacular soaring arches, vaulted ceilings, and immense spaces, the Conciergerie holds a special place history as the royal palace of the first French kings in addition to serving as a notorious Reign of Terror prison where Marie Antoinette spent her final days awaiting execution.

Best ways to see the Conciergerie:

• Get a timed-entry ticket online
• Save money with a discounted combo ticket + guided tour for the Conciergerie and Saint Chapelle, plus the outside of Notre Dame Cathedral

Find out more about why to visit the Conciergerie

Find More Top Attractions Near Île de la Cité

Take a look at this Paris attractions map to find more fun things to do near Île de la Cité:

5.  Relax in Place Dauphine

Almost hidden behind Sainte Chapelle and the Conciergerie are two special places that most Paris visitors miss - but you shouldn't.

The first one you'll come to is Place Dauphine, created by King Henri IV between 1607 and 1614 as one of his many projects to improve city life.  You'll feel its charming and tranquility the moment you enter from Rue de Harlay. 

Stroll past the small book stores and antique shops tucked among the restaurants, enjoy a leisurely meal, or just find an empty park bench on the tree-filled gravel plaza and admire the (mostly) 17th century architecture. 

Henry IV decreed (a perk of being king) that all the buildings surrounding the square must have the same appearance: two arcaded shops on the ground floor and two residential floors above, topped by an attic.  

Through the centuries, owners have added floors and embellished the building's façades.  Only two remain mostly unchanged from their early 17th century design.

Want to see the two original buildings?   Look toward the west, where the buildings come almost together to form the point of a triangle.  See the last house on each side, noticeably shorter than the others?  That's what they all once looked like.

Now, walk through the gap between the buildings (it's wider than it looks in the photo), and you'll see three more things:   1) Paris's oldest bridge, Pont Neuf, which connects Île de la Cité to the city's Right Bank and Left Bank, 2) a large statue of Henri IV on horseback facing east toward Place Dauphine, and 3) about 20 feet (7m) below, the second special place you should visit:  Square du Vert-Galant.  

6.  Picnic in Square du Vert-Galant

To reach Square du Vert-Galant, descend the rather steep set of stairs behind the statue of Henri IV. 

You're near the spot where Jacques de Molay, the last Grand Master of the Knights Templar, was burned to death in front of a large crowd in 1314 before the garden existed.  Bonus points if you can find a small bronze plaque memorializing the event. Hint: look up toward the bridge.

Walk through the gate into the park, and you're now on a small spit of land at Île de la Cité's western tip formed by lining a natural sandbar with rock walls, or quais.  

This is one of the city's loveliest almost-hidden gardens, and a popular site for picnics. 

Want to enjoy a picnic of your own here?  You can buy provisions by crossing the Pont Neuf bridge to the Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood on the Left Bank.  Walk along Rue Dauphine (the extension of the bridge), and you'll see numerous small places offering tasty carryout and, of course, wine.  No corkscrew?  Just ask the shopkeeper to take out the cork for you. 

7.  Photograph the Pont Neuf Bridge

Pont Neuf opened to traffic in 1604 and is now the city's oldest bridge still in existence - ironic since its name means "new bridge."  

Pont Neuf's arches hark back to the style used by Romans, and although it was the first bridge in Paris not to be lined with houses, it still attracted a lively crowd of thieves, murderers, gangs, hustlers, pickpockets, faith healers, prostitutes,entertainers, and tooth pullers - it even its own set of gallows for public executions. 

Try to imagine any of that happening today.  Pont Neuf, now is quintessential Paris landmark, is one of the most photographed Paris bridges.   If you want to take some of your own, late afternoon when the light bounces off the mellow stone is the best time. 

8. Admire the Cité Metro Station's Art Nouveau Entrance

Although the Paris Metro boasts many different styles of entrances ranging from artistic to modern to slightly quirky, by far the most famous are the distinctive Art Nouveau masterpieces designed by architect Hector Guimard in the early 1900s. 

Although 141 of Guimard's entrances once graced the city, only 86 of them remain.  You can recognize them by their sinuous lines, organic motifs, and intricate details, evoking the Belle Époque era.  Guimard crafted them from cast iron, and coated them with a signature shade of green paint similar to oxidized brass.  The red glass globe lights are another defining feature. 

To see one of the best Guimard entrances, stop by the Cité metro station, located in almost the exact center of the island.  Bonus:  you can then pop into Marché des Fleurs next to the station - a fantastic flower and bird market.

9. Soak Up Colors in Marché des Fleurs, Île de la Cité's Flower & Bird Market

In a city filled with epic markets, Île de la Cité's Flower Market ( Marché aux Fleurs ) stands out.  It's open every day from 8am-7:30pm, and has been delighting Parisians for over two centuries.  Six green cast-iron pavilions with skylights make the market comfortable year-round, and outdoor tables accommodate even more vendors.

Stop by and admire the masses of colorful and fragrant offerings - every type of flower you can imagine.  You'll also find all kinds of pots, tools, and other accessories.  As Christmas approaches, the pavilions overflow with holiday arrangements and gifts.

On Sundays, the outdoor space transforms into a bird market catering to Parisians who love keeping a small parakeet or even a parrot as a pet in their apartments, although there are many exotic birds as well.  You'll sometimes even see a few chickens and ducks.

But be warned:  if you stop by thinking you'll spend only five minutes here, an hour can easily pass by before you realize it.

10.  Stand on Point Zero

What it Point Zero? 

Supposedly the Point Zero marker, a small bronze plaque set in granite amid the cobblestones in front of Notre Dame Cathedral, marks the exact center of the City of Paris. 

Look at a map, and you may have your doubts about the "exact" part - but it is close to the center.

More important, the star in the marker's center is the point from which all distances in France are measured - which is why its exact name is Point Zéro   des routes de France .

Don't be surprised if you have trouble finding the marker; it is small - less than 3 feet (1m) in diameter.  Traditionally, Notre Dame's annual Christmas tree is placed directly on top of it - so here is a photo to help you locate the spot:

Find out more about Christmas in Paris

11.  Remember the Dead at the Memorial des Martyrs de la Deportation

The Memorial to the Martyrs of the Deportation (Le Mémorial des Martyrs de la Déportation) commemorates the 200,000 people - French Jews, foreign Jews, Roma, political dissidents, refugees, communists, members of Résistance - deported by the Vichy France collaborationist government to Nazi death camps during World War II.  You will find it located behind Notre Dame Cathedral on the site of a former morgue on the eastern tip of the island.

The Memorial is deliberately designed to be an immersive experience - so expect to perhaps feel claustrophobic, entrapped, and doomed as you descend the narrow stairs and walk through dimly-lit cells, just as deportees may have felt as they were conveyed out of France to concentration camps.

Most tourists miss this site.  Don't be one of them.  The Memorial is moving, evocative, thought-provoking, and if you visit, you'll remember it long after your trip is over.

Open daily from 10am-7pm from April through September, and 10am-5pm from October through March.  Admission is free.

12.  See Paris History at Crypte Archéologique

Crypte Archéologique started back in the 1960s when an excavation for a parking lot under the large plaza ( Parvis ) in front of Notre Dame unearthed some unexpected discoveries:  layers and layers of artifacts representing over 2,000 years of Paris history.

After archeologists, antiquarians, and other specialists arrived on the scene, preserved, sorted out, and identified the jumble of ruins, a new museum emerged.

What can you see here?  Roman baths and upscale Roman houses with forced-hot air heating systems ("hypocausts"), medieval walls, ramparts, wells, and house foundations, remnants of an ancient port, remains of an 18th century orphanage - and lots more.

Fortunately, 3D renditions help you make sense of what you're looking at:  a panoramic view of how Paris has recreated itself through the centuries.

Admission:  9 euros, plus another 5 euros if you want an audio guide.  Free entrance if you have a Paris Museum Pass.

13.  See Charlemagne on Horseback 

Like most of the older historic Paris neighborhoods, Île de la Cité has more than its share of statues of famous people, but the most imposing and best known is a bronze statue of Charlemagne, crowned King of the Franks in 800, on horseback with his guards Olivier and Roland. 

The statue is located on a pedestal on the south side of the plaza (ie, toward the river) in front of Notre Dame.  The statue is fairly magnificent, particularly if you're interested in Charlemagne - but the main reason you may want to be familiar with what it looks like is because many tour groups tell you to meet by it - so take a good look at the photo.

14.  View Île de la Cité from a Different Perspective on a River Cruise

Walking around Île de la Cité and exploring it on foot lets you appreciate its many attractions close up - but viewing it during a Seine River sightseeing cruise gives you a whole different perspective. 

You'll get up-close views of Square du Vert-Galant and the Pont-Neuf Bridge, see the full expanse of the Conciergerie and all its medieval towers, and have some of the best views of Notre Dame. 

And of course, you'll see much more, as so many of Paris's most famous landmarks and monuments are located along the river.

Getting There:  Île de la Cité Location & Map

Location:  Middle of the Seine River, between the Right and Left Bank; Île de la Cité straddles the 1st and 4th Arrondissements  Walking:   Walking across any of the bridges to reach Île de la Cité:  Pont Neuf, Pont Au Change, Pont Notre Dame, Pont d'Arcole, Pont au Double, Petit Pont, Pont de l'Archevêché, Pont Saint-Louis, Pont d'Arcole Metro:   Line 4, Cité station Batobus:  (Notre Dame or Hotel de Ville stop) - Get Batobus hop on hop off river cruise tickets Bus:   Lines 21, 38, 47, 58, 70, 75, 96; this map shows where they cross the island:

Interactive Map Showing Top Attractions on Île de la Cité

Another Map Showing Île de la Cité

If you prefer non-interactive maps, this one created by Paris 16  and OpenStreetMap contributors show the island and nearby areas on the Right and Left Banks:

Best Hotels & Apartments near Île de la Cité 

Although there are no hotels on Île de la Cité, you'll find plenty of wonderful choices just a few minutes' walk away on the Right Bank, Left Bank, and adjacent island, Île Saint-Louis.  Here are a few to consider

• Hôtel Europe Saint Séverin Paris - Small Latin Quarter hotel close to Notre Dame; request a room with a balcony! Find best rates
• Hotel Saint-Louis en l'Île - Highly rated 3-star boutique hotel with air conditioning and an elegant ambiance on nearby Île Saint-Louis near Notre Dame - Book now
• Citadines Saint Germain des Prés - Serviced apartments (studios and larger) in a top-notch Right Bank location across from Île de la Cité and the Conciergerie Book best deals
• Relais Hôtel du Vieux Paris - Charming 4-star boutique hotel in a historic 15th century building in the Latin Quarter - just a quick walk across the Pont Saint-Michel bridge to the Conciergerie Find best rates
• Hôtel Left Bank Saint Germain - Charming 3-star boutique hotel with just 31 rooms in an 18th century building in fashionable Saint-Germain-des-Prés, just a 5 minute walk from Conciergerie - See best deals

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Île de la Cité does have a few high end and luxury apartments such as Residence Lancaster available for short-term rentals that are definitely worth considering if they fit your budget. 

Others include the Dauphine Apartments at 25 Place Dauphine, a historic 1610 building, and are rented through Paris Perfect.

Guest Apartment Services which handles rentals for a couple of apartments on Ile de la Cité as well as several others on adjacent Ile Saint-Louis.

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Use this Paris hotel map to find more hotels and apartments on Île de la Cité.  Enter your dates to see what's available and find the cheapest rates:

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Where to Eat on Île de la Cité:  Bistros, Brasseries, Cafes, Raclette, & Creperies

• Place Dauphine - Many small restaurants, bistros, and cafes - all are good, so check out the menus and choose the one you like best
• Across the street (Boulevard du Palais) from Sainte Chapelle and the Conciergerie:   Les Deux Palais - favorite spot for burgers, steak-frites, salads, omelettes, and other traditional brasserie fare
• Near Notre Dame - If you're facing the cathedral, you'll find lots of casual places along the street on its left - some may seem rather touristy, but the food is generally quite good
• Au Vieux Paris d'Arcole (24 Rue Chanoinesse) - Although perhaps best known for its lovely display of wisteria blooms during April, this small cafe offers tasty traditional food near Notre Dame
•  Île Saint-Louis - Walk across Pont Saint-Louis and walk down Rue Saint-Louis en l'Île where you'll see a dozen or two choices including a couple of creperies - all are good.  After your meal, head to Berthillon at #31 and indulge in the most famous ice cream in Paris
• Latin Quarter - If you have a craving for raclette, head to Le Marmiton de Lutèce (6 Rue Saint-Severin) in the Latin Quarter, about a block from the river; to get there, walk across Petit Pont bridge, turn right onto Rue Severin, and you'll see Le Marmiton almost immediately on your right

More to Explore near Île de la Cité

You're in the center of Paris, surrounded by so much to see and do!  Here are just a few suggestions for nearby famous as well as lesser-known attractions:

• The Louvre - Walk across the Pont Neuf bridge to the Right Bank, and the famous museum will be to your left.  Book a skip-the-line ticket online or join a tour - you can find out about our favorite small-group tour experience here.   After you've had your fill of art, architecture, and culture, head to Tuileries Gardens to the west of the Louvre and relax by the beautiful fountain.
• The Marais - The best-preserved old medieval parts of the city, and a favorite of fashionistas who love the international and Parisian boutiques along and near Rue des Francs Bourgeois and Rue des Rosiers.  Treat yourself to a falafal at L'As du Fallafel (34 Rue des Rosiers) in the heart of this traditional Jewish neighborhood.  Visit Paris's Holocaust museum, Mémorial de la Shoah, or the Picasso Museum.   See some lovely little-known parks and gardens on our Rue Payenne walking tour.
• The Latin Quarter - Want to see more medieval treasures, including the famous Lady and the Unicorn tapestries?   Get your Middle Ages fix at the Cluny Museum (use a Paris Museum Pass for free entrance) which also has well-preserved Roman baths.  Or go back even farther in time and visit a well-preserved Roman arena, Arènes de Lutèce.  
• The Rest of the 1st Arrondissement - Île de la Cité is only a small part of the attraction-packed First Arrondissement.   Find about all the other fascinating places to see and things to do in this historic part of Paris.

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Paris: Notre Dame and City Center Tour With a Local Guide

Exploring the iconic landmarks of Paris with a knowledgeable local guide can be a captivating experience. The "Paris: Notre Dame and City Center Tour" promises a 2-hour immersion in the rich history and cultural significance of destinations like the Notre Dame Cathedral, Île de la Cité, and the Conciergerie. While customer feedback suggests mixed experiences, the tour’s wheelchair accessibility and flexible cancellation policy make it an intriguing option for those seeking an in-depth look at the City of Light. But before booking, it’s crucial to consider the potential challenges that may arise, from guide reliability to temporary closures.

• This 2-hour English-language tour guides visitors through iconic Parisian landmarks like Notre Dame Cathedral, Île de la Cité, and the Tuileries Garden.
• The tour is priced at €877 per person and is wheelchair accessible with a free cancellation policy up to 24 hours in advance.
• Visitors can expect to gain valuable cultural insights about Paris’s rich history and architectural heritage through the expertise of a local guide.
• While the tour has an overall mixed response from travelers, it offers a comprehensive exploration of Parisian landmarks and the opportunity to immerse in the city’s vibrant culture.
• Travelers are advised to wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and expect potential issues like guides not showing up or temporary closures of Notre Dame.

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Tour Overview

The tour, titled "Paris: Notre Dame and City Center Tour with a Local Guide," offers visitors a comprehensive exploration of the city’s iconic landmarks and rich history.

Priced at €877 per person, the 2-hour English-language tour is wheelchair accessible and features a free cancellation policy up to 24 hours in advance.

Participants will meet at the entrance of the Cité metro station, where they’ll be greeted by a Bonbon Tours guide.

The tour explores the Gothic masterpiece of Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Île de la Cité, the Conciergerie, and the iconic Pont Neuf, as well as the tranquil Tuileries Garden and Palais Royal Garden.

Tour Experience

As participants embark on the tour, they’ll first explore the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral , marveling at its stunning Gothic architecture .

The tour then takes them to the historic Île de la Cité , where they’ll discover the island’s rich history.

Next, they’ll visit the Conciergerie , a former royal palace that was later used as a prison during the French Revolution.

The tour continues with a stroll across the Pont Neuf , the oldest bridge in Paris, and a relaxing stop in the Tuileries Garden and Palais Royal Garden.

• Explore the Gothic masterpiece of Notre Dame Cathedral.
• Discover the history-rich Île de la Cité.
• Visit the Conciergerie, a former royal palace turned prison.

Cultural Insights

Throughout the tour, participants gain valuable cultural insights about Paris’s rich history and transformation.

They learn how the city has evolved over the centuries, from its medieval roots to the grand Napoleonic boulevards. The guide provides context on the significance of the landmarks, sharing stories that bring the city’s past to life.

Visitors develop a deeper appreciation for the architectural and cultural heritage of Paris, understanding how the landmarks reflect the city’s complex history.

From the Gothic splendor of Notre Dame to the regal gardens of the Tuileries, the tour immerses guests in the vibrant culture of the City of Light.

Booking Information

Booking this Notre Dame and City Center Tour is easy and convenient. There’s no upfront payment required – you can simply reserve your spot and pay later.

To check availability, just select your preferred dates and the number of participants, whether adults or children. The booking process is straightforward:

• Choose your tour date and time.
• Indicate the number of adults and/or children.
• Complete the booking to secure your reservation.

The tour is wheelchair accessible , and there’s a full refund available if you need to cancel up to 24 hours in advance.

With no hassle and flexible options , booking this immersive Paris experience has never been easier.

Customer Feedback

Reviewing the customer feedback for this Notre Dame and City Center Tour reveals a mixed response from travelers.

While the tour has an overall rating of 2 out of 5 based on 4 reviews, the experiences reported by customers have been varied.

Some have complained about guides not showing up or long waiting times , while others have mentioned the closure of Notre Dame during their visits.

The mixed feedback suggests that the reliability of the service and the overall tour experience may be inconsistent.

Travelers should carefully consider these reviews when deciding whether to book this tour.

Tour Itinerary

The Notre Dame and City Center Tour offers participants a comprehensive exploration of some of Paris’s most iconic landmarks and historic districts.

The tour begins with a visit to the renowned Notre Dame Cathedral, a stunning Gothic masterpiece .

Visitors then discover the Île de la Cité, the historic heart of Paris , and explore the Conciergerie, a former royal palace that served as a prison during the French Revolution.

The tour continues with a stroll across the Pont Neuf, the oldest bridge in Paris, and concludes with a relaxing experience in the Tuileries Garden and Palais Royal Garden.

• Explore the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral
• Discover the historic Île de la Cité
• Visit the Conciergerie, a former royal palace

Recommended Attire

When embarking on the Notre Dame and City Center Tour, visitors are encouraged to dress comfortably and weather-appropriate.

The tour involves a good deal of walking, so sturdy, closed-toe shoes are recommended. As the tour includes both indoor and outdoor elements, layering is advised to accommodate changes in temperature.

Umbrellas or rain jackets may also be necessary, depending on the forecast. Comfortable, breathable fabrics are ideal, as the tour may last up to 2 hours.

Additional Information

Along With the tour’s key highlights, there are a few other important details visitors should be aware of.

The tour is wheelchair accessible , making it inclusive for all travelers. Cancellation is flexible , with a full refund available if canceled up to 24 hours in advance. Travelers can conveniently reserve the tour now and pay later, without any upfront payment required.

The customer feedback , though mixed, provides valuable insights. Some common issues include:

• Guides not showing up as scheduled
• Long waiting times during the tour
• Temporary closures of Notre Dame Cathedral during visits

Considering this information can help set appropriate expectations and ensure a smooth, enjoyable experience.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Take Photos Inside Notre Dame Cathedral?

Photography is generally allowed inside Notre Dame Cathedral, though visitors should be mindful of respect for the sacred space. Some restrictions may apply, so it’s best to check with staff upon arrival.

What Types of Transportation Are Included in the Tour?

The tour does not include any transportation. Visitors are responsible for making their own way to the meeting point, Cité metro station, using public transport or other means. The tour is a walking tour within the city center.

Is There an Option to Extend the Tour Duration?

There is no information provided about extending the tour duration. The tour is listed as a fixed 2-hour experience. Travelers would need to inquire with the tour operator about any options to customize or extend the tour length.

Can the Tour Be Customized for Special Requests?

The tour can be customized to accommodate special requests, though it may incur additional fees. Travelers should contact the tour operator directly to discuss any specific needs or preferences they have for the tour experience.

Are There Any Discounts Available for Students or Seniors?

The tour provider doesn’t offer any specific discounts for students or seniors. However, they may be able to provide customized pricing for larger groups or special requests. It’s best to inquire directly with the tour operator.

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• The Architects
• Cathedral Layout
• Notre-Dame Cathedral Interior
• Notre-Dame Cathedral Exterior
• Before the cathedral was built
• The builders
• Progression through time
• Saint Louis and the relics of passion
• Notre-Dame Cathedral Fire
• Reconstruction
• Restoration
• Ways to Give

Virtual tour of Notre-Dame Cathedral

Wondering what to see at notre dame?

The virtual tour allows you to conduct your own visit to the spaces of Notre-Dame Cathedral, studying the sculpture of the portals, entering, and moving through interior spaces.  You may also climb up into the galleries, and move around the exterior upper parts in order to comprehend the role of the extraordinary flying buttresses.

The Media Center for Art History of Columbia University began to use panoramic photography in the 1990s in order to create a  virtual visit to Amiens Cathedral  as well as a large database of historic architecture, which is today still accessible through the  Center’s main database .

The photography at Notre-Dame de Paris was conducted under the  Mapping Gothic  project  funded by the Andrew Mellon Foundation (2008-11) under the direction of Stephen Murray and Andrew Tallon. The Media Center at Columbia University created the 360-degree images and the panorama tour offering this virtual visit of the cathedral.

When conducting your virtual tour, you may go full screen and zoom in order to study details. You may follow the directional arrows or click on the plan in order to move to new places. 

Construction of Notre-Dame Cathedral through time

Have you ever wondered how Notre-Dame de Paris came to be the iconic building it is today? Watch below to discover the different phases of Notre-Dame Cathedral’s construction, from the 12th century through today!

Notre-Dame Cathedral

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Tours de la cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris

Tarif : Monument fermé

Retrouvez bientôt ce chef-d'œuvre gothique inscrit au Patrimoine mondial de l'Unesco, rendu mythique par le roman de Victor Hugo publié en 1831.

Les incontournables

Les cloches de notre-dame de paris.

Incontournable

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Victor Hugo et Notre-Dame de Paris

Notre-dame et la libération de paris.

La souris globe-trotteuse

Voyages et sorties à petit prix à travers l'Europe et au-delà…

Vue des tours de la cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris avec « JeFile » : visite en photos, horaires, prix, avis

Les tours de la cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris , hautes de 69 mètres, sont accessibles au public. Elles offrent une vue exceptionnelle et incontournable sur tout Paris, en particulier son centre historique autour de l’île de la Cité.

C’est peut-être du plus beau panorama de Paris, car ce belvédère est situé en plein centre de la capitale ! Il offre par conséquent une vue rapprochée sur de nombreux monuments.

Mais monter dans les tours de Notre-Dame permet également d’observer les détails architecturaux de l’édifice dont ses fameuses gargouilles et chimères ainsi que ses cloches.

Les fans de Victor Hugo ne manqueront cette visite sous aucun prétexte, et y croiseront peut-être Esméralda ou Quasimodo…

J’ai testé pour vous dès son lancement l’application « JeFile », évitant presque toute file d’attente. Comment visiter les tours de Notre-Dame, horaires, tarifs, photos et description du panorama, tout est là ! Suivez-moi ! 😉

EDIT 15.04.2019 : Suite à l’incendie de la cathédrale Notre-Dame et l’effondrement de la charpente et de la flèche (à laquelle j’ai par hasard assisté de visu), les visites des tours sont durablement interrompues jusqu’à nouvel ordre . C’est donc bien triste que je me suis remémorée ma grimpette dans les tours… 🙁

Table des matières

Comment aller à la cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris

Rien de plus simple : la cathédrale Notre-Dame se situe en plein cœur de Paris, sur l’île de la Cité.

C’est d’ailleurs sur son parvis que se situe le point zéro du kilométrage des routes de France depuis Paris !

La station Saint-Michel – Notre-Dame des lignes B et C du RER se situe juste devant. Il est également possible d’emprunter la ligne 4 du métro, descendre à Cité .

Tarifs des tours de la cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris

Le prix du billet d’entrée des tours de Notre-Dame-de-Paris était de 10 € en 2018, avec les réductions et gratuités habituelles des monuments nationaux (européens de moins de 26 ans, chômeurs, enseignants, handicapés…).

L’accès aux tours de Notre-Dame est gratuit le premier dimanche de chaque mois de novembre à mars inclus.

Vous trouverez les infos actualisées sur le site officiel .

Horaires des tours de la cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris

• Les tours de Notre-Dame de Paris sont accessibles tous les jours, sans fermeture hebdomadaire, de 10 h à 17 h 30 d’octobre à mars, et jusqu’à 18 h 30 d’avril à septembre.
• Il est possible de faire l’ascension en nocturne les vendredis et samedis en juillet et août jusqu’à 23 h.

ATTENTION ! La réservation est devenue obligatoire en 2018 , uniquement pour le jour même, via l’appli « JeFile » sur smartphone (je vous explique ça plus loin !) ou sur place, le plus tôt possible dans tous les cas (entrées limitées). Elle est totalement gratuite.

Un peu d’histoire…

Pour faire court : la construction de la cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris s’étend de 1163, année de pose de sa première pierre, aux années 1330.

Comme vous pouvez l’imaginer, avec les techniques de l’époque, il fallait en général un siècle et demi pour achever un tel édifice monumental !

Au début du XIXe siècle, la cathédrale est en très mauvais état. C’est Victor Hugo, grâce à son fameux roman Notre-Dame de Paris publié en 1831, qui attire l’attention sur la nécessité de travaux urgents.

Les travaux de restauration sont engagés en 1844 ; ils s’achèvent 20 ans plus tard.

Ils sont pour l’essentiel dirigés par l’architecte Eugène Viollet-le-Duc, restaurateur de Vézelay, de la cité de Carcassonne ou encore du château de Pierrefonds .

Il laisse son empreinte sur l’édifice avec en particulier ses célèbres gargouilles et chimères dont la fameuse stryge .

Hauteur des tours de Notre-Dame de Paris

Les tours de Notre-Dame de Paris atteignent 69 mètres de hauteur . C’est l’équivalent d’un immeuble de 26 étages !

Les architectes du XIIe siècle n’ayant pas prévu d’ascenseur, voilà de quoi muscler vos gambettes ! 😉

Application JeFile pour visiter les tours de Notre-Dame de Paris

Trop longuement même vu l’affluence, souvent plus de deux heures en haute saison !

Et jusqu’à l’été 2017, il était impossible de réserver ses billets, même avec le Paris museum pass qui ne fait exceptionnellement pas ici office de coupe-file !

Mais heureusement, depuis juillet 2017, il est possible de prendre virtuellement sa place dans la file soit en téléchargeant l’application gratuite «  JeFile  » sur son smartphone (disponible sur Google Play et l’App Store), soit directement sur place grâce à un automate.

On choisit alors un créneau horaire dans la journée (tranches de 8 mn !) et il faut se présenter une dizaine de minutes avant, surtout pas au delà de l’horaire (vous perdriez votre place), mais pas exagérément à l’avance non plus !

Attention, le service de réservation démarre quotidiennement à 7 h 30 et les créneaux sont rapidement attribués, en saison, n’attendez pas l’après-midi pour vous décider !

Depuis 2018, la réservation est devenue obligatoire afin d’éviter de trop longues files d’attente.

Mise en garde

Tout d’abord, sachez que les architectes du Moyen Age n’avaient pas prévu l’accessibilité PMR (si, si, je vous assure) ni les toilettes.

Il vous faudra donc faire l’ascension des tours de Notre-Dame à pied, et vous passer des commodités. Prenez donc vos précautions avant !

Sachez par ailleurs que ça grimpe sec, il faut escalader 422 marches jusqu’au sommet de la cathédrale Notre-Dame, soit la hauteur d’un immeuble de 20 étages (!).

Il y a deux palier intermédiaires, d’abord dans la salle haute (billetterie), puis sur la galerie des chimères.

Cette visite est donc déconseillée si vous n’êtes pas très forme (maladies cardiaques, femmes enceintes, jeunes enfants…), et vous aurez sans doute mal aux gambettes le lendemain !

Parcours de visite des tours de Notre-Dame de Paris

Prêts à monter en haut des tours de Notre-Dame ? 😉

Une fois passé le contrôle de sécurité, on pénètre d’abord par groupe de vingt personnes toutes les 10 minutes dans un petit enclos avant de commencer directement l’ascension : la boutique-billetterie se situe en effet au premier niveau accessible dans la salle haute faute de place à l’extérieur !

La salle haute de la tour nord

Haute de 14 mètres avec une voûte en croisée d’ogive, elle accueille la billetterie et une petite boutique.

Remarquez le bel escalier à vis situé au fond. Après une pause de quelques minutes et avoir obtenu son ticket, on reprend alors la grimpette là où on l’a laissée !

Galerie des chimères

On parvient enfin sur la galerie des chimères de la cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, située à 46 mètres de hauteur.

Cette balustrade, qui surplombe la grande galerie reliant la base des deux tours offre déjà une vue remarquable, malheureusement un peu gâchée par un filet de sécurité exagérément présent.

Si vous pensiez éventuellement sauter à l’image de cette touriste du film Le fabuleux destin d’Amélie Poulain , c’est raté !

La galerie permet d’approcher les célèbres chimères de Notre-Dame de Paris, peu visibles du parvis.

Ces créatures fantastiques sont chères à l’architecte Viollet-le-Duc, qui a largement restauré celles que vous voyez ! La plus célèbre est la stryge, créature mi-femme, mi-oiseau, esprit nocturne et malfaisant connu pour ses cris perçants !

Je ne suis pas très fan de ces espèces de hiboux ! Et puis d’ailleurs je suis moi-même une bien plus belle créature animale, même si à l’évidence, je ne ressemble en rien à la stryge ! 😉

Derrière vous, on peut voir la toiture de la nef de la cathédrale, qui n’a pas bougé depuis le 13e siècle, et la flèche qui la domine, haute de 45 mètres, soit 90 mètres au-dessus du sol. Détruite durant la Révolution, elle fut aussi restaurée par Viollet-le-Duc.

Figurez-vous qu’elle est constituée de chêne recouvert de plomb et pèse pas moins de 750 tonnes, dont 500 de bois et 250 de plomb ! Le coq boule de son sommet abrite les reliques de saint Denis, saint Marcel et de sainte Geneviève (et oui !).

Le beffroi de Notre-Dame de Paris et ses cloches

Avant d’attaquer l’ascension finale, ne ratez surtout pas la visite des cloches dans la tour sud de Notre-Dame de Paris, accessibles par une petite porte du côté de la nef.

On y observe les deux bourdons de la cathédrale, les cloches au son grave. Emmanuel, le fameux bourdon de la cathédrale date de 1686, pèse pas moins de 13 tonnes et est doté d’un battant de 500 kg !

L’autre est Marie, le petit bourdon tout récent puisque installé en 2013, et pesant quand même 6,2 tonnes.

Ces deux cloches ne sonnent qu’à certaines rares occasions. Comme le Grand Solennel le 23 mars, le 25 août à 19 h en commémoration de la libération de Paris en 1944 (soit pile au moment où j’y étais, ma tête en résonne encore !), et le 11 novembre à 11 h pour l’armistice de 1918.

Le clocher de la tour nord, qu’on ne visite pas, abrite lui les 8 cloches qui sonnent plusieurs fois quotidiennement.

Sommet de la tour sud de Notre-Dame et vue panoramique sur Paris

Encore plus de 20 mètres d’ascension, et on parvient enfin au sommet ! (ouf !)

En haute saison, le temps est parfois limité à 5 mn faute de place et vu le monde qui pousse derrière… Une balustrade permet de faire le tour du sommet et d’observer les quatre directions.

En regardant le parvis en contrebas (si vous n’avez pas le vertige !), on observe ce qu’on décèle difficilement au sol, les pavés qui marquent le tracé de l’ancienne rue Neuve-Notre-Dame et de l’ancienne cathédrale mérovingienne.

Je vous invite à faire un tour dans la crypte archéologique située sous le parvis pour en voir les vestiges !

Vue à l’ouest de Notre-Dame de Paris

On distingue au premier plan la préfecture de police, puis derrière le vaste palais de justice avec la fine silhouette de la Sainte-Chapelle.

Au fond, on remarque la tour Montparnasse, l’église Saint-Sulpice, les tours du front de Seine dans le 15e arrondissement, la tour Eiffel, l’immense palais du Louvre, et l’Arc de triomphe avec les tours de La Défense en arrière plan.

Au nord de Notre-Dame de Paris

Outre bien sûr la tour nord de Notre-Dame, on admire au premier plan le dôme du tribunal de commerce, avec au loin l’opéra, et au fond la tour du nouveau tribunal de Paris.

On distingue, également le théâtre du Châtelet, la tour Saint-Jacques et l’hôtel de ville ainsi que les tuyaux colorés du centre Pompidou sur fond de butte Montmartre couronnée par le Sacré-Cœur.

Plus à l’est, la vaste superficie verdoyante du cimetière du Père-Lachaise étonne, dominé par les tours Mercuriales situées porte de Bagnolet.

Au premier plan apparaissent les églises Saint-Gervais-Saint-Protais et Saint-Paul-Saint-Louis avec son dôme, dans le quartier du Marais.

A l’est de Notre-Dame de Paris

On note au premier plan l’île Saint-Louis derrière la flèche de la cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.

Au fond, sur la rive gauche, la silhouette moderne de l’institut du monde arabe précède le viaduc d’Austerlitz (ligne 5 du métro) et le ministère des finances à Bercy.

Il faut regarder les quatre groupes de trois apôtres en cuivre situés à la base de la flèche : du côté sud, saint-Thomas se retourne vers la flèche comme pour l’admirer… Il porte les traits de l’architecte Violet-le-Duc qui n’a pas hésité à se représenter !

Au fond, sur la rive droite, on remarque le beffroi de la gare de Lyon entouré de tours modernes moches, et sur la rive gauche, la tour de la fac de Jussieu et au fond les quatre tours de la bibliothèque de France.

Au sud de Notre-Dame de Paris

On voit avec étonnement l’imbrication des immeubles selon le tissus urbain médiéval autour de la petite église Saint-Julien-le-Pauvre dans son square. Le tout est dominé par la silhouette massive du Panthéon.

Les Parisiens distingueront la Sorbonne avec sa coupole et son observatoire, les toits du palais du Luxembourg, abritant le Sénat. Devant la silhouette massive de la tour Montparnasse et bien d’autres lieux…

Avis de la souris sur les tours de Notre-Dame de Paris

La cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris est, avec environ 13 millions de touristes chaque année, de loin le monument le plus visité de France.

Si elle est célébrissime et mérite indéniablement d’être explorée, il faut aussi composer avec la foule !

La grimpette des tours de Notre-Dame de Paris laissera probablement des souvenirs douloureux à vos jambes le lendemain. Mais la vue exceptionnelle en vaut la peine ! Mes petites pattes s’en souviennent encore…

On déplorera juste que les horaires de visite plutôt restreints vu la très forte fréquentation du site, en croissance constante… alors que ces horaires étaient plus étendus dix ans auparavant !

Découvrez aussi à Paris avec la souris… 🙂

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Reabre Notre Dame sus puertas de manera virtual | Video

Ars Electronica, el mayor festival de arte y tecnología en Europa, exhibirá de manera virtual del 4 al 8 de septiembre la exposición 'Notre Dame Immersive'; la reapertura de la icónica catedral parisina será en diciembre, cinco años después del incendio que destruyó parte de su cubierta.

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Cinco años después del incendio que arrasó la cubierta de la catedral de Notre Dame de París, el icónico templo francés reabrió este miércoles sus puertas de manera virtual antes de su esperada reapertura en diciembre próximo.

Ars Electronica , el mayor festival de arte y tecnología en Europa, acoge desde este miércoles y hasta el 8 de septiembre la exposición ‘Notre Dame Immersive ‘, entre otras iniciativas internacionales sobre arte y tecnología.

La muestra, uno de los principales atractivos del evento, permite explorar los detalles arquitectónicos y artísticos de Notre Dame a través de técnicas de realidad virtual, inteligencia artificial y modelos tridimensionales.

“Notre Dame, que reabrirá el 8 de diciembre de 2024, también participa aquí en Linz gracias a Ars Electronica, que pone de relieve el talento de restauradores, arquitectos, carpinteros, maestros vidrieros y albañiles” , remarcó durante la presentación Philippe Sutter, director del Instituto Francés en Viena.

Los asistentes pueden recorrer de forma digital la catedral en la sala Deep Space 8D de Ars Electronica , un espacio interactivo con una zona de proyección de 16 metros de largo por 9 metros de alto.

Más allá de observar sus icónicas gárgolas y vitrales, las imágenes de alta resolución y las simulaciones 3D permiten apreciar los avances de la obra de manera inmersiva, acercando al público a partes del edificio que habitualmente quedan ocultos.

Esta experiencia no solo se trata de imágenes espectaculares, sino que también allana el camino para una mayor cooperación en la comprensión y preservación del pasado, gracias a las herramientas digitales.

Al mismo tiempo, los organizadores del festival invitan a reflexionar sobre las posibilidades de esta experiencia inmersiva para el turismo cultural y sostenible , al reducir el impacto ambiental del turismo masivo con esta opción “más ecológica y accesible”.

There is a single positive to come out of the tragedy of Notre Dame. With centuries of grime lifted, the restoration is going to give us an extraordinary opportunity to see the nave as the Parisians of the late 13th century first saw it… pic.twitter.com/Irex9PyxfA — Western Exile (@westernexile) July 20, 2024

En colaboración con las empresas emergentes francesas Iconem y Histovery , el proyecto ‘Notre-Dame Immersive’ cuenta con el apoyo del Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores de Austria y del Instituto Francés en Viena.

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