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Medieval Paris: Notre Dame, Sainte Chapelle and Conciergerie
- Duration3 hours
- GroupPrivate tour
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
This is where Paris all began, at its historic heart: Île de la Cité. Your expert guide will lead you through a journey starting with the grandeur of the royal Sainte Chapelle, followed by the fascinating Conciergerie, and concluding with the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral, the birthplace of Gothic art. In 2026, the Conciergerie will go through major renovation works. We'll visit the recently reopened Middle Ages Museum, Cluny. This experience is a must for anyone eager to discover the true cradle of Paris.
What to expect
Ile de la Cite
Paris, France
Often called the cradle of Paris, the Île de la Cité was adopted as home by the Parisii tribe over 2,000 years ago and is thought of as the historical centre of Paris. Your tour begins on the island in front of Notre Dame Cathedral, where you’ll be deciphering the intricate details of the stone façade of this gothic masterpiece and learning the difference between a gargoyle and a grotesque. Despite the recent 2019 fire that partially destroyed its roof and spire, your guide will present Our Lady of Paris from the outside and its rich sculpted facade.
Sainte-Chapelle
8 Boulevard du Palais, Paris, 75001, France
Finally the dazzling Sainte Chapelle, a masterpiece of medieval engineering with walls made entirely of stained glass. You’ll learn about the king behind this ambitious and costly project, and the high-profile relic for which the chapel was built.
Conciergerie
2 boulevard du Palais, Paris, 75001, France
Conciergerie, a former royal palace and infamous prison that struck fear into the hearts of its detainees. You’ll see the sprawling vaulted ceilings of the Salle des Gens d’Armes, the world’s largest gothic hall and discover old prison cells, offering different levels of comfort according to the social status of the prisoner. The French Revolution also comes to life as you retrace Marie Antoinette’s fateful trip to the guillotine.
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
6 Parvis Notre-Dame, Place Jean-Paul II, Paris, 75004, France
Enjoy the view as your expert guide explains all about the gargoyles and the fascinating blend of ancient and modern architectural techniques. Then, step inside the newly renovated Notre Dame Cathedral to marvel at its breathtaking restoration and timeless beauty!
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Start
Meet your guide outside the "Cité" métro station on line 4. There is only one exit when leaving the station. The exact address of the station is "Place Louis-Lépine" on rue de Luctèce. Your guide will be wearing a special badge with the Toorers logo, you can't miss it!
End / drop-off
Meet your guide outside the "Cité" métro station on line 4. There is only one exit when leaving the station. The exact address of the station is "Place Louis-Lépine" on rue de Luctèce. Your guide will be wearing a special badge with the Toorers logo, you can't miss it!
What's included
Included
- Guided access to Notre Dame Cathedral
- Stories of the Concergerie - a former Palace turned Prison
- Cluny Middle Ages Museum - During Conciergerie's closures.
- A detailed visit inside the beautiful Sainte Chapelle
Not included
- Gratuities
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 15 travellers per booking
- Age bands: Traveler (0–120)
Additional information
- 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.
- To access the cathedral, you have the option to book a free time slot on the cathedral’s official website. You may also walk in without a booking; however, please be aware that queues can be long during peak times and seasons.
Languages
- Guide
- German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
Important booking information
- Booking cut-off
- Bookings close 1 day before the activity starts.
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- Europe/Paris
- Product code
- 374044P8
What you'll be asked when booking
- Age of each traveller
- Date of birth
- First name of each traveller
- Last name of each traveller
- Any special requirements
Traveller reviews
5.0/ 524 reviews
Ratings aggregated from Viator (16) and Tripadvisor (8).
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