
90 Minutes Notre Dame Exterior Semi Private Tour
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4.4/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 90 Minutes Notre Dame Exterior Semi Private Tour worth booking?
90 Minutes Notre Dame Exterior Semi Private Tour is a 1.5-hour experience in Paris, France, from $150 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 46 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (7)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $150 per person
A deep, detailed presentation of one of the most important, if not the most important monuments of Paris, France and indeed the entire Europe.
What you get
About this experience
A deep, detailed presentation of one of the most important, if not the most important monuments of Paris, France and indeed the entire Europe.
What's included
Included
- Live professional art historian guide
- Visit to the cathedral on the outside
- A detailed presentation of the cathedral's history, symbolism and cultural importance
Not included
- Tip
- Notre-Dame Cathedral access and reserved time slot
What you'll see and do
Point zero des routes de France
The center of Paris and indeed the world
10 minutes here
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
The western façade of the cathedral explained. Inside of the cathedral, main nave, the rose windows, north and south. Explanation of the deambulatorio and the chapels.
50 minutes here
Square Jean XXIII
The back of the cathedral
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
The guide will be waiting for you in front of the Charlemagne (the horseman) statue, carrying a red canvas tote bag.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The guide will be waiting for you in front of the Charlemagne (the horseman) statue, carrying a red canvas tote bag.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Paris in person
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- We only visit the exterior.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for 90 Minutes Notre Dame Exterior Semi Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful tour!
Elizabeth was wonderful and extremely knowledgeable. We very much enjoyed our time with her! She has a PhD in Medieval History, so she knew her stuff!
via Viator
Visiting Notre Dame today
Tour guides are still not allowed into cathedral but tour and information about exterior is fascinating and worth the visit. Guide gave a lot of information about what could be found inside too, if you chose to visit on your own.
via Viator
Notre Dame NO SHOW
We arrived 15 minutes early at the statue of King Charlemaine. No guide showed up. We went to other people and asked about the semi=private tour. We had no guide and no notice from Viator that the tour had been canceled or postponed. We paid for this in advance and got robbed.
via Viator
Great tour of the Notre Dame Cathedral
Last weekend we did semi-private tour of the Notre Dame cathedral. Though the cathedral was closed for reconstruction and that we already have visited it for more than a few times, we were surprised by the amount of interesting information that we obtained during this tour. Our guide, Boris, gave us a completely new perspective on history end importance of this building, with an insight on many esthetic, theological and symbolic concepts. He was open to exchange, explain and profound these information. It was a very positive and enriching experience, and we certainly recommend it.
Response from the operator: hi there, Thanks for the kind words - it was a pleasure to have your company on the tour and I hope to see you again. This is one of my favorite tours to do, and I guess it shows. Kind regards, Boris, Paris in person private tours
via Tripadvisor
A journey to the history of Paris
Very interesting tour. The guide has a high level of knowledge, as well as a sympathetic dose of humor. The guide adapts to its audience and can answer very specific questions, as well as more general ones. I would recommend this tour to travelers who love the history and the city of Paris.
Response from the operator: hi there, thanks again for the kind words and a great review. I really like this tour, as I am the author of the app that took several years of research and production. This tour is a snippet of it, and is always an enjoyable topic of conversation, especially with such smart and inquisitive interlocutor. I do hope to see you again soon. Kind regards, Boris, Paris in person private tours
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 46
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
90 Minutes Notre Dame Exterior Semi Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does 90 Minutes Notre Dame Exterior Semi Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $150 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Paris usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 90 Minutes Notre Dame Exterior Semi Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Paris is not rushed.
Is 90 Minutes Notre Dame Exterior Semi Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 90 Minutes Notre Dame Exterior Semi Private Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 90 Minutes Notre Dame Exterior Semi Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 90 Minutes Notre Dame Exterior Semi Private Tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Paris can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Paris and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 90 Minutes Notre Dame Exterior Semi Private Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Paris within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Paris?
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Paris rewards travelers who book ahead. The headline museums sell timed entry weeks out, the best food walks cap at eight people, and the Seine cruises that are worth doing are the ones that leave after sunset. Everything below is scored by the Outty Ranking so you can tell a genuine local favorite from a coach-tour filler in a single glance. On Outty we rank every Paris experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX, Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Paris?
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April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Paris?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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