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Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie Guided Tour with Ticket in Paris

4.6 · 245 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 89% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Paris Operated by Walks In Europe Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h 30m
Group
Shared, up to 12 travellers
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
09:30, 10:30, 13:30, 14:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Three Île de la Cité landmarks in one guided sweep: Sainte-Chapelle's stained glass, Marie Antoinette's Conciergerie prison and Notre-Dame's exterior.

Pre-reserved tickets keep the Gothic marathon moving.

Best for: Book Public Tour in English at €79 per person for Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie tickets with a guide; Notre-Dame is exterior only. 4.59 from 245 reviews. Notre-Dame & Île de la Cité comparison

Trade-off: Notre-Dame is viewed from outside.

In our comparison: #31 of 36 in Notre-Dame & Île de la Cité, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: September 15, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Public Tour in EnglishThe page priceEnglish Public Tour€79
Semi-Private Tour in EnglishGroups of Max 12 People: Choose this option to enjoy a semi-private tour with a maximum of 12 participants.€159

Children from €73 (ages 3 to 8). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • 2-hour walking tour with anecdotes and memorable moments
  • Guided visit of Ile de la Cite
  • Exterior visit to Notre Dame Cathedral
  • Semi Private Groups of up to 8 people
  • Professional and local Walks In Europe tour guides
  • Pre-reserved tickets for Sainte-Chapelle & Conciergerie
  • Transportation to the meeting point
  • Food and drinks

Reviews

4.6
245 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

89% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 219 of 245

Star breakdown of all 245 ratings

5 stars
204 · 83%
4 stars
15 · 6%
3 stars
6 · 2%
2 stars
6 · 2%
1 star
14 · 6%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the historical context and stained glass explanations; stairs can make the route challenging.

Praised

  • Detailed explanations of Sainte Chapelle's stained glass and symbolism
  • Historical context for the Conciergerie and the French Revolution
  • Friendly, engaging guides who welcome questions
  • Entry past the Sainte Chapelle queues

Complaints

  • Narrow stairs and repeated climbing can be challenging
  • Some find the pace comfortable, while others feel rushed through the sites
  • Late arrivals report being unable to join the tour and refused refunds
  • Difficulty finding the guide at the meeting point

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (8 November 2025 to 1 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
We will meet right outside a café named Brasserie Les Deux Palais located at 3 Boulevard du Palais, 75004. Your guide will have a signboard that says, “Walks In Europe.” · Open in Google Maps
Departure
09:30, 10:30, 13:30, 14:30 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Walks In Europe; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Discover three remarkable landmarks on Île de la Cité on a guided tour. Marvel at French Gothic architecture including the exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral. Admire the stunning stained glass work of the Sainte Chapelle.
Visit the Conciergerie, a medieval royal palace that became Marie Antoinette’s prison. Benefit from pre-reserved tickets to visit the iconic Sainte Chapelle and Conciergerie.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Accessible via public transport

Good to know

  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Children from €73 ages 3 to 8

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Notre-Dame & Île de la Cité

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #31 of 36€792h 30m4.59 (245)shared, max 12
Paris City Center Tour with Notre Dame Semi Private 12ppl Max€552h 40m5.0 (214)shared
Paris Highlights Bike Tour: Eiffel Tower, Louvre and Notre-Dame€454h4.9 (941)shared
Paris Notre-Dame Interior or Exterior Walking Tour€301h 30m4.86 (2311)shared

Ranked #31 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

From €79 per adult · Public Tour in English