Guided Tour inside Notre-Dame - Licensed Guide & Reserved Access
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Join Michelle, adopted Parisian, native English speaker and officially licensed museum guide, for a fully guided tour & a deeply spiritual experience inside Notre-Dame Cathedral.
• Artfully curated historical & architectural walk
• Officially licensed museum guide, authorised inside Notre-Dame
• Obligatory official headsets for a smooth and respectful visit
• Mandatory group reservation time slot, confirmed timed entry
• Small group of no more than 14 guests
Small group Guided Tour Inside Notre-Dame with Reserved Group Access at 9am:
• June 19, 26
• July 3, 18
• Aug 7, 10
Guided tours also available at 7.45pm:
• July 23, 30
• Aug 13
By booking this experience, you support an independent, women-run small business, Sweet Secrets of Paris, established in 2018, dedicated to sharing the heritage of France through meaningful culinary and cultural experiences.
Summer dress code to respect: shoulders and midriff covered, thighs partially covered, no transparency, no hats for men.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
What To Expect
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
ENTRANCE - We will be able to sit down in the central nave and take a moment to enjoy the breathtaking view of the Gothic vaulted ceilings and the luminous choir. We will briefly introduce the history of Notre-Dame and its architectural plan, helping us understand how this masterpiece of Gothic design was conceived, built and how it evolved across centuries, an essential foundation for a meaningful and immersive visit.
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
PATH OF PROMISE - We will then follow the newly designed visitor itinerary inside Notre-Dame Cathedral, beginning along the northern side with the Path of Promise. This thoughtfully curated route introduces the chapels dedicated to the prophets and patriarchs of the Old Testament, forming a powerful narrative foundation within the cathedral’s spiritual and artistic programme. As we move through this sequence of chapels, we will explore the subtle dialogue between classical religious paintings and newly commissioned contemporary tapestries, created from the cartons of major 20th- and 21st-century artists.
Options
Notre Dame Cathedral Reserved Group Access - Small Group 15 pax
What‘s Included
Small group guaranteed, no more than 14 guests
Insightful commentary on art, architecture and history
Scheduled Group Access with mandatory official headsets
Access and indoor visit of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Fully-guided tour led by a licensed guide-conférencier
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour of Notre Dame Cathedrale
O5937UTpaulettec,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Notre Dame experience with Michelle was great and unique! Small group, friendly atmosphere, the content was very rich and entertaining at the same time. I learnt a lot during the visit and I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Paris in the future ! Thank you Michelle for sharing your passion with us.
A Memorable and Insightful Guided Tour
830luz,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful tour with our guide Michelle. The explanations were clear, interesting, and full of rich content. We learned so many new things and hidden stories of Notre-Dame Cathedral that we would never have discovered by ourselves. She was also extremely friendly, patient, and welcoming throughout the visit. My friends and I were all very satisfied with the experience, and we would definitely love to join her other tours in the future. Highly recommended!
Fascinating Tour of the Notre Dame
Trail09265505261,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michelle was excellent! I was so impressed with seeing the workmanship and various talents that went into rehabilitating the cathedral. Michelle explained these events clearly and with the obvious passion she has for the cathedral. She told us of its history and its future. The audio headphones were a great help. I highly recommend this tour and Michelle.
Great visit of Notre Dame
antoniody,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great visit of Notre Dame, with all the details about its history and art
Discover Notre Dame!
M1340EPmichels,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michelle is a guide who pays close attention to your questions. She has a keen eye for details you might otherwise miss and is very knowledgeable about the history of France as it relates to Notre Dame. I highly recommend her.
Lovely Notre Dame Tour
Christelle L,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! Michelle respected the sacred feel of the cathedral, made sure nobody felt left out, and took the time to answer our questions. You can tell she adores Notre-Dame. Her warmth and knowledge made it so much more meaningful. Thanks again, Michelle. It was such a lovely visit :)
Easter Monday at Notre Dame Cathedral with Michelle
602bilianav,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a lovely visit with Michelle yesterday on Easter Monday. The line was long, as one would expect during Easter holidays. It was a real blessing to have the group reservation slot (we entered straight away) and the headsets so that we could hear her clearly throughout the tour, without interruption. This was the first time I went back to Notre-Dame since the fire, and it was definitely worth it having an expert guide to accompany the visit. Strongly recommend the experience!
Very special experience!!
flora3f,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you Michelle for the guided tour! For someone who is not religious, I learned a lot and thoroughly enjoyed our guided visit. I appreciated the passion and the knowledge of Michelle, her interesting background definitely enriched the tour. It was wonderful meeting the other travellers too - we were a small group of 4, instead of 15 as mentioned in the title of the tour, and it was very comfortable and felt intimate and very special.
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