A Self-Guided Tour of Carcassonne’s Ancient Basilica
Overview
Enjoy this self-guided tour of the Basilica of Saints Nazairius and Celsus in Cité de Carcassonne, exploring the untold tales of Western Christianity. Led by James McDonald, this indoor walking tour unveils mysteries within the Basilique Saint Nazaire et Saint Celse, unravelling history from Joan of Arc to the Crusade against the Cathars. Beyond traditional narratives, discover the nuances of Romanesque and Gothic architecture, the influence of Occitan culture, and the profound impact on medieval Catholicism.
This tour is an engaging blend of entertainment and academic rigour, enriching your understanding of Christian doctrine within the Basilica's historical embrace.
What's Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation to and from the starting point
- Food and drink
Meeting Location
La Cité
Place Saint-Nazaire, 11000 Carcassonne, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Basilique Saint Nazaire
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Basilica is open to the public during the day on most days - but avoid the services held at 11am on Sundays.
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Lifetime access to this tour in English.
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.
- App for Android and iOS.
- Smartphone and headphones.
- Transportation to and from the starting point.
- Food and drink.
The minimum age to participate is 6..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the A Self-Guided Tour of Carcassonne’s Ancient Basilica is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for A Self-Guided Tour of Carcassonne’s Ancient Basilica will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation to and from the starting point
- Food and drink
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Basilica is open to the public during the day on most days - but avoid the services held at 11am on Sundays.
