Notre Dame Crypt Entry & Paris City Island Walking Tour

About this tour

Set out on a journey of discovery through the history of Notre Dame, dating back to the 12th century. Gain unique insights from your local guide, hearing first-person perspectives about the tragedy and witness a captivating view of Île de la Cité

When you visit Paris, certain iconic landmarks are unmissable, and Notre Dame is undoubtedly one of them. Despite the damage caused by the fire on April 15, 2019, our Notre Dame walking tour allows you to delve into the cathedral’s rich history, tragic events, and hopeful future.

Your journey will take you back to its beginnings in 1163, spanning over a century to complete. You’ll relive the fateful night when the world watched in horror as the cathedral’s skies filled with ash, learning about the losses endured and the remarkable rescues and recoveries carried out by courageous first responders.

With your knowledgeable guide, walk around the site of the fire, hearing first-person perspectives that shed light on this historic event. Admire the iconic features of the famed facade, including the towers and legendary gargoyles, once uncertain of their survival.

Get up close to Point Zero, considered a symbol of good luck and located just steps away from the beloved cathedral at the geographic center of Paris.

Conclude your walking tour at the entrance to the archaeological crypt beneath Notre Dame. Learn about this exceptional site before embarking on a self-guided exploration of the very foundations of Île de la Cité, the heart of historical Paris.