Visiting Paris? The iconic Notre Dame is an unmissable sight. Although it sustained damage during the fire of April 15, 2019, our Notre Dame walking tour allows you to delve into the cathedral’s history, past trials, and promising future.
You’ll uncover the story of its inception in 1163 and its century-long construction period. You’ll revisit the evening of the inferno, learning what was claimed by the fire and what managed to be preserved.
Join your guide on a walk past the site of the disaster, as they offer eyewitness perspectives on this significant event. You’ll take in the hallmark attributes of the renowned exterior, such as the fabled gargoyles and towers, recounting the instances when their existence hung in the balance.
Stand as near as permitted to Point Zero, regarded as the geographic heart of Paris.
Conclude your guided stroll at the entrance to the archeological crypt beneath the Notre Dame. Absorb insights about this distinct location before embarking on a self-guided tour of the foundations of Île de la Cité, known as the birthplace of Paris.

• PLEASE NOTE: This tour doesn’t go inside Notre Dame. Nobody has been permitted to enter the cathedral since the tragic fire of 2019. This guided experience is an outdoor walking tour of the area surrounding the cathedral, followed by entry (ticket included) to the crypt beneath it.
• Take our Paris shuttle for convenient transportation, included with your tour. Copy and paste this link in your web browser: https://www.exp1.com/paris-tours/paris-shuttle/
• It is possible that the crypt can be closed at times for construction or maintenance. In this case you will receive an hour-long guided walking tour around Notre Dame but you will not be able to enter the Crypt.