--- title: Notre-Dame Cathedral Guided Tour with Access lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/notre-dame-cathedral-guided-tour-with-access/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 50 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.77 reviews: 299 duration_minutes: 60 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Guided exterior and interior rank_in_category: 16 of 36 (Notre-Dame & Île de la Cité) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/notre-dame-cathedral-guided-tour-with-access/ --- # Notre-Dame Cathedral Guided Tour with Access **Guidekin's take:** Explore Notre-Dame Cathedral outside and inside with the Guided Outdoor & Indoor option. English guiding and interior access are included, though cathedral admission itself is free; shoulders and knees must be covered. 4.77 from 299 reviews at €50 per person for 1h. In our comparison: #16 of 36 in Notre-Dame & Île de la Cité, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview This is one of the few tours that offers access inside Notre-Dame Cathedral, guided by a passionate local expert. You'll not only explore the famous exterior with its gargoyles and Gothic beauty but also step inside to witness the cathedral's stunning interior, recently reopened after the 2019 fire. With rich storytelling, hidden details, and no long lines, this tour gives you a deeper, more personal connection to one of Paris’s most iconic landmarks. Important note: Modest dress is required for cathedral entry, covering shoulders and knees. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please meet your guide beneath the… - 27 start times: between 08:30 and 15:00 - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €50: ages 4 to 12 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €50 per person - Duration: 1h - Rating: 4.77/5 from 299 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Epic Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 27 start times between 08:30 and 15:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-01 ## Reviews 4.77 from 299 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 284 of 299. - 5 stars: 266 (89%) - 4 stars: 18 (6%) - 3 stars: 3 (1%) - 2 stars: 4 (1%) - 1 star: 8 (3%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the historical explanations and easy entry; heat made some visits uncomfortable. **Praised:** - Clear explanations of the cathedral's history, fire and restoration - Photos help explain how the cathedral has changed since the fire - Friendly, enthusiastic guides who make the history engaging - Efficient entry that avoids the main queue **Complaints:** - Uncomfortable heat during some visits Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-04-30 to 2026-09-20); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Expert, English-speaking guide - 1 hour exterior guided tour - Interior guided tour ( if you picked the Guided Outdoor & Indoor option) - Max 25 guests for an intimate experience - Access to Notre-Dame Cathedral interior ## Not included - Food & drinks - Hotel pick-up/drop-off - Tips (optional) - Modest dress is required for cathedral entry, covering shoulders and knees. ## Itinerary 1. **Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris** (30m) - Join us for an engaging one-hour tour around Notre-Dame Cathedral with access and discover the architectural marvels, legends, and cultural significance that have defined this Parisian landmark for centuries. Led by an expert, English-speaking guide, you’ll learn about the... 2. **Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris** (30m) - Explore the interior of Notre-Dame with reserved access, with the option to enjoy a guided tour inside the cathedral. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 27 start times between 08:30 and 15:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Please meet your guide beneath the Statue of Charlemagne, located to the right of Notre-Dame Cathedral. Look for a blue sign reading “Epic Tours.” For easy navigation, search “Statue de Charlemagne et ses leudes” on Google Maps. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJAZZ_9fBx5kcRtTny2D6Vpaw Ends: The tour ends inside the Notre-Dame, where you’ll step inside and marvel at its breathtaking Gothic beauty. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - 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 - Modest dress is required for cathedral entry, covering shoulders and knees. ## Compared with other Notre-Dame & Île de la Cité | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #16 of 36** | €50 | 1h | 4.77 (299) | shared | | [Paris City Center Tour with Notre Dame Semi Private 12ppl Max](/france/paris/tours/paris-city-center-tour-with-notre-dame-semi-private-12ppl-max/?format=md) | €55 | 2h 40m | 5.0 (214) | shared | | [Paris Highlights Bike Tour: Eiffel Tower, Louvre and Notre-Dame](/france/paris/tours/paris-highlights-bike-tour-eiffel-tower-louvre-and-notre-dame/?format=md) | €45 | 4h | 4.9 (941) | shared | | [Paris Notre-Dame Interior or Exterior Walking Tour](/france/paris/tours/paris-notre-dame-interior-or-exterior-walking-tour/?format=md) | €30 | 1h 30m | 4.86 (2311) | shared | Ranked #16 of 36 in Notre-Dame & Île de la Cité by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €19 to €280, median €66; typical length 1h 53m. 7 of 36 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/notre-dame-ile-de-la-cite/?format=md ## More in Paris - All Paris tours: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/notre-dame-cathedral-guided-tour-with-access/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md