Cathedral entry and an English-only guided walk are included for a small shared group of up to fourteen; you need to keep a moderate walking pace. 4.61 from 365 reviews at €79 per person for 2h 30m.
In our comparison: #32 of 36 in Notre-Dame & Île de la Cité, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €79 per adult.
Children from €69 (ages 2 to 14). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
90% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 328 of 365
Star breakdown of all 365 ratings
Reviewers praise the guides' historical knowledge and storytelling; poor communication about departures has led to missed tours.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (4 June 2025 to 30 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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Your guide will take you back in time hundreds of years to when the mighty cathedral (the distance from which all points in France are measured) was first built and Paris looked very different than it does today. This tour includes entry to the cathedral. After a brief introduction from your guide about the cathedral's past and incredible restoration after the 2019 fire, you'll go inside for a guided visit of one of Paris' most important landmarks.
1h 45m · Admission includedStroll 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.
45 minConsidered to be Paris' most beautiful church, this 13th century royal chapel was built by King Louis IX.
Pass by, no stopPause outside the former royal palace that became a prison, and even held Marie Antoinette, during the French Revolution.
Pass by, no stopOne of the oldest operating hospitals in France, dating back to the medieval times.
Pass by, no stopDiscover the stories hidden on Paris’s oldest island during an in-depth exploration of Île de la Cité and Notre-Dame Cathedral. Begin with an introduction to Notre-Dame from your guide as you step inside to see its remarkable post-fire restoration and learn the truth behind the legends that shaped its global fame. After time to explore the cathedral's interior, continue with an expert-led walk through the island’s historic streets, tracing the people, myths, and turning points that made Paris what it is today. With a group limited to just five guests, this intimate walking tour offers thoughtful pacing, deeper context, and plenty of opportunities to engage with a knowledgeable local guide. This small group tour with your entrance to Notre-Dame handled is an ideal way to understand where the City of Light began.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #32 of 36 | €79 | 2h 30m | 4.61 (365) | shared |
| Paris City Center Tour with Notre Dame Semi Private 12ppl Max | €55 | 2h 40m | 5.0 (214) | shared |
| Paris Highlights Bike Tour: Eiffel Tower, Louvre and Notre-Dame | €45 | 4h | 4.9 (941) | shared |
| Paris Notre-Dame Interior or Exterior Walking Tour | €30 | 1h 30m | 4.86 (2311) | shared |
Ranked #32 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. Compare all 36 Notre-Dame & Île de la Cité