Ile de la Cité Guided Tour, Cruise and Notre Dame with Audioguide
Overview
After over 5 years of restoration following the 2019 fire, the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral welcomes visitors once again. Step inside this Gothic masterpiece with timed reserved entry and explore centuries of art, architecture, and spirituality.
Download the audioguide on your smartphone, to enjoy a self-paced tour of the breathtaking interior—from soaring naves to dazzling stained-glass windows. A local expert will also be present to enrich your visit with historical context and little-known insights.
Continue your discovery with a guided walking tour around the cathedral’s exterior and the historic Île de la Cité. Stroll through charming medieval streets as your guide shares stories of Notre-Dame’s construction, significance, and dramatic history.
End your experience with a Seine River cruise, taking in spectacular views of Paris’s most famous landmarks—including Notre-Dame, the Eiffel Tower, and the Louvre—from the water. A perfect finale to a deep and memorable cultural journey.
What's Included
- 1-hour Seine River cruise with live commentary by Vedettes du Pont Neuf
- Please note that entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is free of charge.
- 1-hour guided group tour of the cathedral’s exterior and the surrounding district
- Audio guide of the cathedral interior available in 10 languages, provided by Extime Travel
- Transport
- Headphones
- Guided visit of the interior of Notre Dame
Meeting Location
21 Rue d'Arcole
75004 Paris, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
1 Square du Vert Galant
75001 Paris, France
After the guided tour and your visit to the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral, you’ll enjoy a scenic cruise along the Seine. At the end of the cruise, you’ll return to the same charming port where your river journey began.
What To Expect
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Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
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Ile de la Cite
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
1 Square du Vert Galant
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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.
- Please note that Notre-Dame is an active place of worship, and visitors are required to have their shoulders and knees covered to enter.
- Audio guide is available in Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish from an audio app. Make sure your phone is fully charged and don’t forget your headphones!
- All visitors will undergo security checks upon entry to Notre-Dame. Please limit your personal belongings to facilitate these checks. Luggage and large bags are prohibited.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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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).
- 1-hour Seine River cruise with live commentary by Vedettes du Pont Neuf.
- Please note that entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is free of charge.
- 1-hour guided group tour of the cathedral’s exterior and the surrounding district.
- Audio guide of the cathedral interior available in 10 languages, provided by Extime Travel.
- Transport.
- Headphones.
- Guided visit of the interior of Notre Dame.
The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Ile de la Cité Guided Tour, Cruise and Notre Dame with Audioguide is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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.
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Oct 2026What's Included
- 1-hour Seine River cruise with live commentary by Vedettes du Pont Neuf
- Please note that entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is free of charge.
- 1-hour guided group tour of the cathedral’s exterior and the surrounding district
- Audio guide of the cathedral interior available in 10 languages, provided by Extime Travel
- Transport
- Headphones
- Guided visit of the interior of Notre Dame
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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.
- Please note that Notre-Dame is an active place of worship, and visitors are required to have their shoulders and knees covered to enter.
- Audio guide is available in Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish from an audio app. Make sure your phone is fully charged and don’t forget your headphones!
- All visitors will undergo security checks upon entry to Notre-Dame. Please limit your personal belongings to facilitate these checks. Luggage and large bags are prohibited.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
