Notre Dame Outdoor Walking Tour With Crypt Entry
Notre Dame Tour
Introduction
Presentation of the Notre Dame walking tour experience
When you visit Paris, certain iconic landmarks are a must-see, and Notre Dame is definitely one of them. Despite the damage it sustained during the fire on April 15, 2019, you can still explore the rich history, tragedy, and hopeful future of this cherished cathedral through our Notre Dame walking tour.
The tour will take you back to the beginning in 1163, with construction spanning over a century. You’ll revisit the night when the world watched in shock as the cathedral was engulfed in flames, learning about the losses as well as the invaluable treasures that were saved. You’ll also hear about the remarkable survival of the cathedral, thanks to the heroic rescue and recovery efforts of first responders.
As you walk with your guide around the site of the fire, they’ll provide firsthand accounts of this historic event. You’ll admire the iconic features of the famous facade, including the towers and the legendary gargoyles, and recall the tense moments when their fate was uncertain.
You’ll get as close as possible to Point Zero, the geographic heart of Paris, often regarded as a symbol of good luck, located just steps away from the renowned cathedral.
Your tour will conclude at the entrance to the archaeological crypt beneath Notre Dame. Here, you’ll gain insight into this unique site before descending for a self-guided exploration of the very foundations of Île de la Cité, the birthplace of Paris.
Duration
Details
This guided experience is an outdoor walking tour of the area surrounding the cathedral.
Location
Notre Dame tour itinerary
Notre Dame’s famous façade
With its iconic towers and legendary gargoyles that survived the blaze
Point Zero
A glimpse of the geographic center of Paris at the heart of the tragic fire
The right side of the cathedral
Where you’ll see magnificent flying buttresses and the empty space where the famous spire fell
Scaffolding and signs of rebirth
As the cathedral is restored to its original splendor
Archaeological crypt of Île de la Cité
A self-guided visit to the foundations of Paris below Notre Dame
THE ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS
What is the meeting location?
If you’re looking at the crypt and Notre Dame, the meeting point is to your right, near the Statue of Charlemagne. To find it easily, you can enter these coordinates into Google Maps: 48.8533421443481, 2.3482782134482134.