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Paris Notre Dame Cathedral Exterior Walking Tour
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- Paris, France
- Updated November 2, 2026
Explore Notre Dame’s sculpted façade, history, and restoration with a licensed guide, then choose to visit the interior independently.
About this tour
See Notre Dame Cathedral through the details of its remarkable façade on a 45-minute guided walk in Paris. With a professional, licensed guide, explore the cathedral’s history, architecture, and symbolism while taking in its sculptures and learning about restoration after the 2019 fire.
This Paris Notre Dame Cathedral Exterior Walking Tour is offered in English or Spanish. After the guided portion, you can choose to enter the cathedral independently and explore at your own pace. The tour does not include a guided interior visit, headset, or mobile device. Meet outside Odette Café and look for the guide holding a green “WeExplore” sign; please do not enter the café to ask about the tour.
Take in the stories carved into Notre Dame’s exterior, then decide how you’d like to continue your visit. Book the Paris Notre Dame Cathedral Exterior Walking Tour for a closer look at one of the city’s most storied landmarks.
Highlights
- Admire Notre Dame’s sculpted façade with a licensed guide
- Discover the cathedral’s history, architecture, and symbolism
- Hear about restoration following the 2019 fire
- Choose to explore the cathedral interior independently afterward
What's included
Included
- 45-minute exterior tour of Notre Dame in English or Spanish
- Professional, licensed guide
Not included
- Headset and mobile device
- Guided tour of Notre Dame’s interior
- Guide tips
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Important information
- Meet outside Odette Café; look for a guide holding a green “WeExplore” sign
- Do not enter Odette Café to ask about the tour or meeting point
- Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
- Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
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- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals are allowed
- Public transportation is available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
Where is the meeting point?
Meet outside Odette Café and look for a guide holding a green “WeExplore” sign. Do not enter the café to ask about the tour or meeting point.
What languages is the tour offered in?
The 45-minute exterior tour is offered in English or Spanish.
Does the tour include Notre Dame’s interior?
No. The tour covers the exterior; you can choose to enter the cathedral independently afterward.
Are headsets or mobile devices included?
No. Headsets and mobile devices are excluded.
Is the tour suitable for infants?
Infants must sit on an adult’s lap. Strollers and specialized infant seats are available.
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