Paris Notre Dame Exterior Guided Tour with Cathedral Access
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Is Paris Notre Dame Exterior Guided Tour with Cathedral Access worth booking?
Paris Notre Dame Exterior Guided Tour with Cathedral Access is a 2-hour experience in Paris, France, from $26 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 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
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (7)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $26 per person
Start your journey by meeting your guide. From there, you’ll explore around Notre Dame and see its incredible exterior and facade. Hear insightful stories about the flying buttresses and the gargoyles, along with the Ile
What you get
- Exterior tour of Notre Dame in English or Spanish (45 min)
- Professional and licensed guide
- Audio tour of Notre Dame interior in English, Spanish, German, French and Italian
- Access to Notre-Dame Cathedral
About this experience
Start your journey by meeting your guide. From there, you’ll explore around Notre Dame and see its incredible exterior and facade. Hear insightful stories about the flying buttresses and the gargoyles, along with the Ile de la Cité neighbourhood. Afterwards, join the Notre Dame queue with your guide, who will accompany you to the entrance. Then, step inside the Cathedral with the mobile app leading your visit. From the convenience of your smartphone, listen to insightful commentary as you take snaps of the Gothic architecture and rose windows. Hear about the devastation and recovery from the 2019 fire, the towers and more.
What's included
Included
- Exterior tour of Notre Dame in English or Spanish (45 min)
- Professional and licensed guide
- Audio tour of Notre Dame interior in English, Spanish, German, French and Italian
- Access to Notre-Dame Cathedral
Not included
- Headset and mobile device
- Live guided tour of Notre Dame interior
- Tips for the guide
What you'll see and do
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.
Pass by without stopping
Ile de la Cite
See the famous Île de la Cité neighbourhood with your guide, and hear about the historic buildings surrounding the Notre Dame. Take a snap of the sculptures, spot the gargoyles and admire the Gothic architecture.
Pass by without stopping
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
After exploring the cathedral exterior and its unique architecture, join the Notre Dame queue with your guide, who will accompany you to the entrance. Step inside and uncover over 800 years of history with an audio tour app from your smartphone. See the iconic rose window and learn about the devastating fire in 2019.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
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.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Join the Notre Dame queue with your guide, who will accompany you to the entrance.
Options you can book
Exterior Tour in English
Select this option for a Notre Dame exterior tour in English and access to Notre-Dame Cathedral.
Exterior Tour in Spanish
Select this option for a Notre Dame exterior tour in Spanish and access to Notre-Dame Cathedral.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Vox City International Ltd
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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.
- Scan the QR code on your voucher to download the audio guide before arrival.
- Access to Notre Dame is subject to a security check and dress code: shoulders covered and no shorts. Large bags, luggage and sharp objects are not permitted.
- Notre Dame is a place of worship, so opening hours may vary when special religious ceremonies are held. Please respect the prayer atmosphere, and avoid loud conversations and phone calls.
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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
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Paris Notre Dame Exterior Guided Tour with Cathedral Access. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Keesha is the NEST
If I could give 100 stars I would! Keesha was amazing! She was early, sought us out to make sure we knew where to go, friendly, so so very knowledgable, engaging to adults and kids, and she gave us a local ice cream stop recommendation!!! We will definitely book with Keesha when we are here next time
Response from the operator: Good morning, Kesha Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're absolutely delighted to hear that Keesha made your experience so memorable. We'll be sure to share your kind words with her—she'll be thrilled to know that her knowledge, enthusiasm, and thoughtful recommendations made such a positive impression on both the adults and kids in your group. Thank you for choosing us, and we can't wait to welcome you back on your next visit! Vox City International
via Viator
We have had a lot of...
We have had a lot of success with using Viator. While our last tour guide was very nice he should not be conducting tours. What was supposed to be 2 hours was 1. All he knew was what he memorized. He could answer no questions. He was very boring.
via Viator
Good Quick Tour Outside Notre Dame
When touring a city for the first time I like to plan multiple tours for a single day. This was a perfect amount of time for a tour of the area around Notre Dame as well as info about the Cathedral. Works especially well when you have a bunch of tours the same day as it is not as intense as others. Our tour guide Keesha was kind, informative and funny.
Response from the operator: Hello, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re glad to hear the tour was a good fit for your day and that you enjoyed exploring the area around Notre Dame. We truly appreciate your kind feedback and will be sure to pass your comments on to Keesha. Best regards, Vox City International
via Viator
Don’t do it
The meeting point was very vague and when plugged into GPS took us to the wrong place. Customer service was notified and called the tour provider who told us to meet them at the Basilica entrance and look for a “green flag”. We were unable to find the “green flag and the tour provider was supposed to contact us again and did not. We missed the tour and because it fell within the 24 hour window, no refund. We are out $125. It’s cheaper and less stressful without a tour at this attraction. VERY disappointing.
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are very sorry to hear about your experience and understand how frustrating it must have been to miss the tour. We appreciate that you contacted customer support, and we are glad they were able to assist by reaching out to our team and providing updated meeting instructions. That said, we sincerely regret that the meeting point information and subsequent communication did not enable you to successfully locate the group. We understand how disappointing this outcome was, especially after making the effort to reach the meeting location. Your comments have been shared with our operations team so that we can review our meeting point instructions and communication procedures to help prevent similar situations in the future. We apologize again for the inconvenience caused and appreciate your feedback, as it helps us improve the experience for future guests. Kind regards, VoxCity
via Tripadvisor
Great Guide ND and Palais de Justice
Tour guide so knowledgeable for someone so young. We enjoyed every minute of our tour of the exterior Notre Dame and Ile de Cite’s Palais de Justice! She gave tons of past and present history and answered any question. 😍 I wanted her picture and name and sadly I didn’t remember either. 😭
Response from the operator: Good morning, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. Our goal is always to provide a great experience, and we are committed to selecting high-quality elements that, when combined, ensure a valuable and enjoyable activity. We hope to welcome you again soon. See you soon! Vox City
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 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 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Paris Notre Dame Exterior Guided Tour with Cathedral Access: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Paris Notre Dame Exterior Guided Tour with Cathedral Access cost?
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Prices start at $26 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 Paris Notre Dame Exterior Guided Tour with Cathedral Access take?
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Plan for about 2 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 Paris Notre Dame Exterior Guided Tour with Cathedral Access worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (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 Paris Notre Dame Exterior Guided Tour with Cathedral Access?
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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 Paris Notre Dame Exterior Guided Tour with Cathedral Access suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Paris Notre Dame Exterior Guided Tour with Cathedral Access?
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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 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Paris Notre Dame Exterior Guided Tour with Cathedral Access 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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