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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Discover the heart of Paris on this 2.45-hour guided walking tour. Explore the beautiful Ile de la Cité and see the exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral. Marvel at the prowess of her 13th century builders - Notre Dame survived the devastating fire of 2019 and a new page of her history is being written today as we visit. Enjoy skip the line access and marvel at the spectacular stained glass of the Sainte Chapelle, and visit the final prison of Marie Antoinette - the Conciergerie.
Limited groups of 20 people or fewer
Marvel at the dazzling stained glass of the Sainte Chapelle
Fully accredited local guide
See Marie-Antoinette's prison cell
Skip the lines to the Sainte Chapelle and the Conciergerie
Fully guided tour including the exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral
Enjoy a stroll around the picturesque Ile de la Cite
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Departure Point
2 Quai de Gesvres, 75004 Paris, France
At the boutique Paris Today at 2 Quai de Gesvres. The nearest metro is Hotel de Ville.
Return Details
2 Quai de Gesvres, 75004 Paris, France
At the boutique Paris Today at 2 Quai de Gesvres. The nearest metro is Hotel de Ville.
Ile de la Cite, Paris, France Enjoy strolling through the streets of this charming island with your guide, hear the fascinating stories of it's long history, see one of the prettiest squares in Paris, and end your tour on the oldest bridge in the city. 30 minutes
Conciergerie, Paris, France Our last visit is to the Conciergerie, built as a medieval palace but most famous as the prison and last home of Queen Marie Antoinette during the French Revolution. See the cells where the prisoners were kept, including the cramped cell of Marie Antoinette, where she was imprisoned until she was taken to the guillotine in 1793.
50 minutes
Sainte-Chapelle, Paris, France Then it’s a short stroll through the charming flower market to the Sainte Chapelle, home to some of best-preserved and most breathtaking stained glass in the world.
Built in the 13th century by the King Saint Louis, 80% of the walls are covered by remarkable colored glass windows. Once again you will skip the long entry lines, and your guide will teach you how to read the stories on these centuries old masterpieces, as you admire the astonishing multi-colored light flooding the chapel.
50 minutes
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris, Paris, France You will then see the imposing gothic structure of Notre Dame Cathedral. Built in the 13th century, this magnificent edifice has recently survived a devastating fire, yet she is still standing proudly as the symbol of the city. Learn of her incredible construction, the mastery of her medieval architects and builders, and watch history unfold before us as she readies herself to stand tall for another eight centuries. We will see the exterior of the cathedral, you can admire the imposing sculpted facade and bell towers, the flying buttresses still holding the structure of the cathedral together today, and learn of her glorious past, including tales of the famous Hunchback. 30 minutes
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Infants aged 0-3 years are free of charge and do not require a booking.
You can cancel your tour up to 24 hours prior to departure and receive a full refund. Please note that refunds are not possible for missed tours.
If you plan to arrive at the meeting point by taxi, please ensure you leave yourselves plenty of time, it can often take a considerable amount of time to find a taxi in Paris!
Please note this tour is not suitable for guests with mobility issues. There is a lift at the Sainte Chapelle, but there are also stairs and some are steep.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Reilly_B
05 Oct 2024
Very interesting tour of Saint Chapelle, Conciergerie, and a look at Notre Dame. Seeing Marie Antoinette’s prison cell was also fascinating
Deborah_M
05 Oct 2024
Our guide was excellent. Sorry I don't remember her name. Disappointed that we couldn't see the Concierge but it wasn't her fault.
L_S
03 Oct 2024
Excellent tour, Caroline was a super guide and Paris Today/Memories France did an excellent job. Very thorough, friendly, timely and knowlegable. Great way to see alot in a limited tome.
This tour in
Paris
is organized by
Memories France
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