Arc de Triomphe vs Notre-Dame Cathedral: which should you do first?
If you only have time for one, do Notre-Dame Cathedral first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 90 against 85 for Arc de Triomphe, and it has 699 ranked ways to see it versus 411. With a full day in Paris, pair them: plan Arc de Triomphe in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Side by side
| Arc de Triomphe | Notre-Dame Cathedral | |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked experiences | 411 | 699 |
| Top Outty Ranking | 95 | 95 |
| Average ranking (top 10) | 85 | 90 |
| Cheapest experience | €12 | €10 |
| Average time needed | 2.3h | 2.7h |
| Free cancellation | 100% of options | 100% of options |
| Free to visit | No | Yes |
Best ways to see Arc de Triomphe
- 1. Paris Half-Day: 30+ Sights, Eiffel Tower, Montmartre & Notre-Dame
Outty Ranking 95 · from €12 · 4h
- 2. Private Golf Cart Tour: Paris Landmarks & Hidden Gems
Outty Ranking 88 · from €59 · 2h
- 3. Paris Private Flexible Duration Guided Tour on a Vintage Sidecar
Outty Ranking 87 · from €99 · 1h
- 4. Paris: Your Perfect Private Customized Day Tour–Half or Full Day
Outty Ranking 86 · from €20 · 3.5h
- 5. Paris City Sightseeing Half Day Guided Segway Tour with a Local Guide
Outty Ranking 86 · from €50 · 3h
Best ways to see Notre-Dame Cathedral
- 1. Paris Half-Day: 30+ Sights, Eiffel Tower, Montmartre & Notre-Dame
Outty Ranking 95 · from €12 · 4h
- 2. Paris Local Districts and Off the Beaten Track Guided Bike Tour
Outty Ranking 93 · from €15 · 3h
- 3. Paris in A Day Louvre Eiffel Tower Notre Dame and Seine Cruise
Outty Ranking 91 · from €89 · 4h
- 4. Paris Highlights Bike Tour: Eiffel Tower, Louvre and Notre-Dame
Outty Ranking 91 · from $51 · 4h
- 5. Notre-Dame Cathedral Access and Outdoor Walking Tour
Outty Ranking 90 · from $56 · 1.5h
Frequently asked questions
Arc de Triomphe or Notre-Dame Cathedral: which is better?
If you only have time for one, do Notre-Dame Cathedral first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 90 against 85 for Arc de Triomphe, and it has 699 ranked ways to see it versus 411. With a full day in Paris, pair them: plan Arc de Triomphe in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Which is cheaper, Arc de Triomphe or Notre-Dame Cathedral?
Ranked experiences at Arc de Triomphe start from €12 and at Notre-Dame Cathedral from €10 per person. Notre-Dame Cathedral can also be visited for free; paid options add guides, skip-the-line access or transport.
How long do you need at Arc de Triomphe and Notre-Dame Cathedral?
Experiences at Arc de Triomphe run 2.3 hours on average and at Notre-Dame Cathedral 2.7 hours, so both fit in one day in Paris with a break in between.
Can you do Arc de Triomphe and Notre-Dame Cathedral on the same day?
Yes. Book the longer visit for the morning when crowds are lighter, and keep the afternoon for the other. 100% of Arc de Triomphe options and 100% of Notre-Dame Cathedral options offer free cancellation, which makes it easy to adjust.
What is the best tour of each?
For Arc de Triomphe: Paris Half-Day: 30+ Sights, Eiffel Tower, Montmartre & Notre-Dame (Outty Ranking 95, from €12). For Notre-Dame Cathedral: Paris Half-Day: 30+ Sights, Eiffel Tower, Montmartre & Notre-Dame (Outty Ranking 95, from €12).