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Paris Gothic Jewels Audio Tour
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- Paris, France
- Updated November 2, 2026
Explore Notre Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, and the Conciergerie on a self-guided audio tour through medieval Paris at your own pace.
About this tour
Explore medieval Paris through three Gothic landmarks on this self-guided audio tour. Beginning at the newly renovated Notre Dame Cathedral, the route reveals restored colors and intricate details that centuries of soot and grime had obscured. From there, cross Île de la Cité to Sainte-Chapelle, the royal chapel commissioned by King Louis IX to house the Crown of Thorns. Finish at the Conciergerie, once a medieval palace and later a prison for insurgents during the French Revolution.
This Paris Gothic Jewels Audio Tour connects architecture, religion, and justice as you move between the landmarks at your own pace. The app provides English audio, GPS guidance, and offline access to audio, maps, and geodata. Download the app and enter your confirmation code before setting out; your tour begins when you reach the starting point. Bring a smartphone and headphones, then follow the route through the historic heart of the city. Choose this Paris Gothic Jewels Audio Tour for an independent way to discover the stories behind Île de la Cité’s celebrated monuments.
Highlights
- Admire Notre Dame Cathedral’s restored colors and intricate details
- Cross Île de la Cité to explore the luminous Sainte-Chapelle
- Discover the Conciergerie’s transformation from palace to prison
- Explore medieval Paris at your own pace with audio and maps
What's included
Included
- Lifetime access to the English-language tour before and after booking
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Self-guided GPS tour with flexible pacing
- Android and iOS app
- Directions to the starting point
Not included
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
- Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
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Important information
- Install the mobile app and enter the code on your confirmation ticket before arrival
- Start at Pierre the Stone Cutter on the Parvis de Notre Dame
- Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading the app
- Service animals are allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
Where does the tour start?
The tour starts at Pierre the Stone Cutter on the Parvis de Notre Dame. Download the app for detailed directions.
What should I do before arriving?
Install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket.
Can I take the tour offline?
Yes. Audio, maps, and geodata are available offline.
Is this a guided group tour?
No. It is a self-guided GPS audio tour that you can explore at your own pace.
Are admission fees included?
Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour are excluded.
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