Notre-Dame Exterior & Sainte-Chapelle Medieval Paris Tour

For such a tiny island, Île de la Cité has a fascinating history. On this guided walking tour, your expert local guide will introduce you to the landmarks and legends that shaped Paris. With skip-the-line access to the breathtaking Sainte-Chapelle and a visit to the historic Conciergerie—where Marie Antoinette was imprisoned—you'll step into the past. Admire the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral from the outside and learn about its incredible restoration efforts. Complete your experience with a scenic Seine River cruise, offering a new perspective on the City of Light.

Your medieval Paris walking tour starts along the Seine at the oldest bridge across the river.

Next, you'll visit the Conciergerie, the oldest remaining part of the Palais de la Cité. This former royal residence of the kings of France became a prison during the French Revolution, with its most famous inmate being Marie Antoinette. Enter with pre-reserved tickets for a guided tour of this incredible piece of French history.

Skip the long lines and step inside to marvel at its stunning stained glass windows. You'll enjoy a more peaceful experience visiting in the afternoon after the crowds have left. Your guide will share fascinating insights into the chapel's history and the significance of the artwork.

Stroll down meandering cobblestone streets where you'll hear the stories and learn of the characters—poets, philosophers, artists—that made Paris the City of Light.

One of the highlights on your walking tour is the Shakespeare and Company bookshop featured in many films.

As you approach the iconic Notre-Dame, your guide will take you back in time to when the majestic cathedral—France’s official point zero—was first built, and Paris looked very different than it does today. While this tour explores the exterior only, due to current restrictions on group access inside Notre-Dame (set to reopen to group tours in June 2025), your guide will provide tips on how to visit the interior on your own. You’ll be among the first to see Notre-Dame since its reopening after the 2019 fire. Before parting ways, your guide will provide you with tickets to a one-hour Seine River cruise, offering live commentary and stunning views of Paris’s architectural treasures from the water.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
• Some galleries of the Île de la Cité monuments may close without prior notice, or select pieces may be removed for restoration or loan. In this case, your guide will make an appropriate substitution.
• This tour is in English.
• This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

• Heart of Paris Walking Tour
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• Local English-speaking guide
• Ticket for Seine River cruise
• Skip-the-line ticket for Sainte-Chapelle
• Skip-the-line ticket for Conciergerie

• Gratuities
• Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
• Notre-Dame ticket

• Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. • All guests (including children) must bring ID on the day of their tour. • Security measures are enforced at Sainte-Chapelle. Only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside. No item larger than 55 x 35 x 20 cm will be allowed. • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers. • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information. • Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify areas visited on the day of the tour.

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Walks - France.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Paris.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 4.8 Stars based on 190 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.