45m Notre Dame - outside tour - fast line entrance
Overview
This 45 minutes tour takes place outside Notre Dame and it starts with an introduction of its location "ile de la cité", a main historical area in Paris. Then your official tour guide will read its facade, make you understand the meaning of gothic architectural style, share the most fascinating historical events once happened in this cathedral and the importance of Victor Hugo's book "Notre Dame de Paris".
Before exploring ON YOUR OWN and AT YOUR OWN PACE its interior, your tour guide will show you images of the HIGHLIGHTS to not miss anything inside including the original stained glass windows, its paintings called "mays", the three relics of Jesus Christ and much more.
ATTENTION : 8h/9h tour allows you fast entrance. No need of a reservation ticket.
What's Included
- Professional art historian tour guide
- See images of the highlights you will discover once inside the cathedral for you not to miss
- Live commentary on board
- Outside lively commentary given by a certified tour guide
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Interior guiding tour
Meeting Location
1 Parvis Notre Dame - Place Jean-Paul II
75004 Paris, 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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Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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 be at the meeting point of the tour 10 to 15 minutes before its starting time
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- If after this tour you want to tour La Sainte Chapelle, please let us know to give you details
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Professional art historian tour guide.
- See images of the highlights you will discover once inside the cathedral for you not to miss.
- Live commentary on board.
- Outside lively commentary given by a certified tour guide.
- Transportation to/from attractions.
- interior guiding tour.
The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 45m Notre Dame - outside tour - fast line entrance is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- 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 45m Notre Dame – outside tour – fast line entrance 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
- Professional art historian tour guide
- See images of the highlights you will discover once inside the cathedral for you not to miss
- Live commentary on board
- Outside lively commentary given by a certified tour guide
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Interior guiding tour
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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 be at the meeting point of the tour 10 to 15 minutes before its starting time
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- if after this tour you want to tour La Sainte Chapelle, please let us know to give you details
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
