--- title: Paris Guided Tour with Access to Notre Dame or Sainte-Chapelle lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/paris-guided-tour-with-access-to-notre-dame-or-sainte-chapelle/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 27 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.61 reviews: 321 duration_minutes: 60 duration_max_minutes: 120 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-09-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/paris-guided-tour-with-access-to-notre-dame-or-sainte-chapelle/ --- # Paris Guided Tour with Access to Notre Dame or Sainte-Chapelle **Guidekin's take:** A guided walk across Île de la Cité, where Paris began, finished with your choice of reserved Sainte-Chapelle entry or a guided Notre-Dame visit. Pont Neuf, Place Dauphine and the Conciergerie set the scene along the way. ## Overview Journey through the heart of Paris on a guided walking tour of Île de la Cité, the island where the city’s story began. Stroll along the Seine and through quiet squares as your guide shares tales of kings, medieval life, and revolutionary trials. Pass landmarks such as Pont Neuf, Place Dauphine, and the Conciergerie before choosing how to complete your experience. Depending on the option selected: • Île de la Cité Walk + Sainte-Chapelle Entry Enjoy reserved entry to Sainte-Chapelle, the Gothic masterpiece glowing with spectacular stained glass. • Guided Île de la Cité Walk + Guided Visit Inside Notre Dame Continue inside Notre Dame with a certified guide who brings its art, architecture, and remarkable restoration to life. • Île de la Cité Walk + Escorted Entrance to Notre Dame (Group or Semi-Private) Receive escorted entry to Notre Dame Cathedral, then explore its restored interior on your own. ## Key facts - Price: from €27 per person - Duration: 1h–2h - Rating: 4.61/5 from 321 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: City Wonders Ltd ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Sainte Chapelle Access | €27 / person | English | Discover medieval Paris: on a guided walk (Ile de la Cité), then enjoy reserved entry to Sainte-Chapelle, famed for its soaring stained-glass windows. | | Notre Dame Access- Group Tour | €29 / person | English | Notre Dame Escorted Entrance: Experience a guided walk across Ile de la Cité, then benefit from escorted entrance to Notre Dame for a self-guided visit. | | Notre Dame - Semi-Private Tour | €39 / person | English | Notre Dame Escorted Entrance: Discover Ile de la Cité in a relaxed semi-private setting before your guide provides escorted access to Notre Dame Cathedral (self-guided): Limited to 5 Travelers | | Guided Visit Inside Notre Dame | €59 / person | English | Enjoy a guided walk on Ile de la Cité, then explore Notre Dame with a certified guide who brings its story to life. | ## What's included - Headsets when appropriate, so you can always hear your guide - Small groups of 25 people or less - Access to Notre Dame Cathedral (if Guided Visit Inside Notre Dame option selected) - Entrance ticket and access to Sainte Chapelle (if Sainte Chapelle Access option selected) - Expert Local English Speaking Guide ## Not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Ile de la Cite** (1h) - Discover how this small island became the heart and birthplace of Paris through centuries of history. 2. **Pont Neuf** (pass by, no stop) - Enjoy an introduction to Paris from its oldest standing bridge, offering panoramic views of the Seine and Île de la Cité. 3. **The Seine** (pass by, no stop) - Passing the Seine River — Scenic Walk. Follow the riverbanks as you soak in charming bridges, historic quays, and classic Parisian scenery. 4. **Conciergerie** (pass by, no stop) - Admire this former royal residence turned Revolutionary prison, famously connected to Marie Antoinette’s final days. 5. **Sainte-Chapelle** (30m; admission included) - If Sainte Chapelle Access Option Selected: Take in the breathtaking stained-glass windows of Sainte-Chapelle at your own pace with timed entry for an independent visit. 6. **Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris** (30m) - If Guided Visit Inside Notre Dame Option Selected: Explore the legendary Notre-Dame de Paris. Choose how you would like to experience the inside of the Cathedral: Visit on your own (Group or Semi-Private tours) — Explore the interior freely with time to appreciate its... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 13 start times between 08:00 and 10:15 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12 - 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 Meet your guide at the statue of Henri IV [a man on a horse], in the middle of Pont Neuf- at the western end of Ile de la Cite. Pont Neuf is the bridge that links Ile de la Cite to both the left and right banks of Paris. Nearest Metro: Pont Neuf (Line 7) or Cite (Line 4) ## Good to know - 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. - Entrance into religious sites requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women - The tour including the Cathedral lasts 1h30 and consists of a 1-hour guided walk followed by approximately 30 minutes of self-guided time inside the Cathedral. - If selected, upgrade your tour with a Guided Visit Inside Notre Dame (30 min walking tour and 1h guided tour of the Cathedral) - Extra measures may be implemented due to heightened global security. As a result, we may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering Notre Dame Cathedral. Extra measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought inside. Luggage and large bags are prohibited. Please note that all visitors will undergo security checks upon entry. - Please note that Notre Dame de Paris remains an active place of worship. 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