Private Paris Walking Tour with Notre-Dame and Sainte-Chapelle
Explore the birthplace of Paris, the Conciergerie, Pont Neuf, and more with an expert guide
Paris keeps its most intriguing history hidden on one small island, and most visitors walk right past it. This private walking tour fixes that. With a private guide, cross Pont Neuf, slip into Place Dauphine, and step inside Sainte-Chapelle to see its spectacular stained-glass windows. Next door, ponder Marie Antoinette's final cell inside the Conciergerie before wrapping up your tour admiring the Notre-Dame. If you love Paris and want to really understand its history, this is the tour to take.
What You Get With This Tour
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Discover the island where Paris was born
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Expert English-speaking private guide
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Sainte-Chapelle entry ticket
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Conciergerie entry ticket
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Guided Île de la Cité walk
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Notre-Dame exterior visit
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Guide Gratuity
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Meals
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Hotel Pickup
Tour Itinerary
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Your tour begins at Pont Neuf
Meet your private guide by the equestrian statue of Henri IV on Pont Neuf, the oldest standing bridge in Paris. Look for your guide holding a sign, then set off along the Seine as 1,000 years of history unfold. -
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Stroll into the Square du Vert Galant
Just below the bridge, step onto the Square du Vert Galant, a quiet riverside garden at the tip of Île de la Cité. Your guide shares tales of duels and royalty here while the Seine wraps around you on both sides. -
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Explore Place Dauphine
Next, head behind the bridge to Place Dauphine, a triangular square framed by 17th-century townhouses. Once a haunt of artists and writers, this calm corner reveals a slower side of Paris few visitors ever find. -
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Marvel at the windows of Sainte-Chapelle
Then step inside Sainte-Chapelle, the royal chapel built to house Christ's Crown of Thorns. Climb from the painted Lower Chapel to the Upper Chapel, where 15 stained-glass panels flood the room with jewel-toned light. -
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Pause before the Palais de Justice
Steps away rises the Palais de Justice, home to France's highest courts for centuries. Your guide explains how royal decrees and Revolutionary trials played out behind its façade before heading into the island's core. -
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Step inside the Conciergerie
Continue to the Conciergerie, a medieval royal palace turned Revolutionary prison. Walk the vast Grand Hall and the stone cells, then stop at Marie Antoinette's final cell, where she spent her last days before the guillotine. -
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Your tour ends at Notre-Dame Cathedral
Lastly, arrive outside Notre-Dame, the Gothic landmark that has stood for over 850 years. Your guide shares its story of construction, near loss, and restoration from the exterior, where the tour ends and evening begins.
Additional Information
Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
Dress Code: Sainte-Chapelle is an active place of worship, so both men and women should cover their knees and shoulders to enter.
Notre-Dame Access: This tour visits Notre-Dame from the exterior only and concludes outside the cathedral. If you'd like to go inside, contact us in advance and we'll see if we can secure tickets for you.
Accessibility: As this is a private tour, the itinerary can often be adapted for mobility needs. Please contact us in advance, after booking, to make the proper arrangements.
ID Requirement: Please bring a valid government-issued ID, as it may be required for entry at Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie.
Please Note: The itinerary of a private tour can be adjusted to your needs. Reach out if you don't see a start time that fits your party.
Your tour includes:
Expert English-speaking private guide
Entry tickets to Sainte-Chapelle
Entry tickets to the Conciergerie
Guided walking tour of Île de la Cité
Exterior visit of Notre-Dame Cathedral
What to bring:
Comfortable walking shoes
Government-issued ID
Clothing that covers knees and shoulders
Camera
Water bottle
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Customer Reviews
Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie were stunning and learning about history was inspiring!!! Our guide kept us entertained the whole time. Highly recommend this personalized experience!!
Absolutely loved this personalized walking tour!! Pont Neuf’s views, Place Dauphine’s charm & learning about Medieval Streets and Architecture in the Conciergerie were highlights!!!
Ile de la Cite’s charm came alive in this tour!! Our guide, Maxime shared hidden stories behind famous landmarks & transported us back in time!! Sainte-Chapelle’s stained glass glow was a breathtaking moment we’ll never forget!!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I go inside Notre-Dame Cathedral?
This tour visits Notre-Dame from the exterior only and ends outside the cathedral. If you'd like to go inside, contact us in advance and we'll see if we can secure tickets for you.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
Since this is a private tour, the route can often be adapted for mobility needs. Please contact us in advance, after booking, so we can make the proper arrangements.
Is photography allowed inside Sainte-Chapelle?
Yes, photography is allowed inside Sainte-Chapelle, but flash photography is prohibited to preserve the delicate stained glass windows.
What should I wear to enter Sainte-Chapelle?
Sainte-Chapelle is an active place of worship, so both men and women should cover their knees and shoulders.
Is this tour family friendly?
Yes, this private tour is family friendly and can be paced to suit your group.
