Historic Heart of Paris: Notre Dame & Sainte- Chapelle Guided Tours

Explore the stories of the Left Bank, Île de la Cité, and all our tours in this area.

THE UNTOLD STORIES

Ile De La Cite Guided Tours


Meeting Point

Private Notre Dame Tour meeting point statue de charlemagne et ses leudes on Ile de la cite

We meet at the Statue of Charlemagne, located in the main square in front of Notre Dame Cathedral.

How To Find Your Guide
Your guide will be easy to spot! Look for the guide wearing a black cap with the white SZ logo.


What people are saying about our guided tours

Great tour.. loved every minute of it..Sz was excellent and very knowledgeable and answered all the questions

Very nice Tour. SZ was excellent and very informative. Highly Recommended. WE had a great time. Well worth it. On Time and Educational.

nitin

Learning about Notre Dame from the outside was just as interesting as seeing the inside

SZ was our guide. He is able to convey the historical facts about the cathedral in a memorable way. We learned so much about the initial construction details and new reconstruction. Highly recommend!

Richie

Loved it

Sz was super knowledgeable and friendly! I learned more than I expected, and overall had a great time. I’d strongly recommend this tour

Philip M

Hector R

SZ everything was perfect , learned much today. Tour guide very helpful. Knowledgeable guide and very nice. Would highly recommend

Hector

Awesome tour with SZ

Everything was awesome the tour guide SZ was the best. The tour guide had a vast knowledge very prepared. Very respectful.

Eric

Great

Sz was a great tour guide! Great weather, otherwise prepare for heat. We walked all around Notre Dame and then walked into Saint Chappelle.

Lizbeth

Notre Dame Sainte Chapelle

Sz was our guide and he was wonderful! He was detailed, knowledgeable and very friendly and informative. He was very accommodating to our group seeking shady spots to keep us out of the hot sun!!! I would highly recommend this tour!!!

Karen

Amazing walking tour with SZ

SZ was an amazing tour guy!!! Extremely knowledgeable and made the tour fun and educational. we highly recommend SZ as a tour guy. he kept the group together and kept others from cutting line. this was a wonderful experience.

Addison

Sz- is the king of tour guide

Sz was amazing! He was a great tour guide and walked at a great pace. He was very funny and knowledgeable. It was like your best friend talking to you. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

Brandi

Great Notre Dame Tour

Sz was a fantastic tour guide! He is very knowledgeable on the history of Notre Dame and was enthusiastic throughout the walk.

Ram

Immpressive Experience

Truly enjoyed the tour. Sz was kind, patient, encouraged questions, and ensured everyone understood his talking points.

Lisabeth

Notre Dame and St Chapelle

Sz was great. He was funny and knowledgeable. I enjoyed his tips about seeing St Chapelle and his stories about the fire at Notre Dame.

Jeff

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  • Are guided tours in Paris worth it?

    Absolutely. While Paris is beautiful to explore on your own, a guided tour transforms your visit from sightseeing into storytelling. Our handpicked local guides bring the history, culture, and hidden secrets of landmarks like Notre Dame and Sainte-Chapelle to life, creating a deeper connection and a much more memorable experience.

  • What is the difference between private and small-group tours?

    A private tour is reserved exclusively for you and your party, allowing for a highly personalized experience where you set the pace. A small-group tour is a more affordable option where you’ll join a limited number of fellow travelers, creating a friendly and interactive atmosphere that’s still much more personal than a standard, large bus tour.

  • Is entry to Notre Dame Cathedral included?

    Our guided tour focuses on the magnificent exterior of Notre Dame, where our guides bring the rich history and architectural details of the facade to life. Now that the cathedral has reopened, we offer an exciting bonus for early bookings: for tours booked at least 4 days in advance, we will do our best to secure a complimentary timed-entry ticket for you to visit the interior on your own after our tour.
    Please note: These tickets are subject to the cathedral’s official availability and are not guaranteed, but booking early gives you the best possible chance to receive one!

  • Are your tours conducted in English?

    Yes, all of our scheduled tours are conducted in English by fluent, passionate local guides to ensure a clear, engaging, and enjoyable experience for our international visitors.

  • How does the Sainte-Chapelle visit work?

    For tours that include Sainte-Chapelle, your guide provides a full, captivating explanation of its history and the stories in its famous stained-glass windows. They will then provide you with your pre-booked, ticket and escort you to the entrance for a self-guided visit, allowing you to marvel at its beauty at your own pace.

  • What is the cancellation policy for your Paris tours?

    For our Scenic Zest original tours in Paris, we offer a full refund for cancellations made more than 24 hours in advance. Unfortunately, we cannot provide refunds for cancellations made within 24 hours of the tour start time or for no-shows.