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Private Notre-Dame walking Tour w/ Optional Sainte-Chapelle Entry

5(1 review)2h00mPrivate TourFrom €70/person
Free cancellation 24h beforeSmall groups

Tour Highlights

  • Fully private tour — just you and your guide
  • Choose your finale: Sainte-Chapelle, Crypt, or Conciergerie entry
  • Skip the main ticket queue with pre-booked entry
  • Move at your own pace with a local historian
  • 2-hour deep dive into Ile de la Cite history

What's Included

  • An exclusive and personalized private tour for just you and your party.
  • A dedicated, passionate local guide.
  • Entry tickets to the Crypt or Sainte Chapelle/Concerigerie(Based on Option Selected)
  • A 2-hour walking tour covering Outside Notre Dame, the Bouquinistes, & Haussmannian architecture
  • Live storytelling and expert commentary in English.
  • The flexibility to ask all your questions and go at your own pace.
  • Self guided tour in Sainte Chapelle or Crypt based on option selected.
  • Entrance tickets to Notre Dame Cathedral (this is an exterior-only tour)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and Drinks

About This Tour

Truly Private & Flexible: This tour is exclusively for you. We move at your pace, linger where you wish, and focus on what fascinates you. Forget rigid schedules and crowded groups; this experience is yours to shape.The Power of Choice: Don't settle for a fixed itinerary. Choose your own grand finale: the dazzling stained-glass art of Sainte-Chapelle, or the ancient Roman foundations in the Archaeological Crypt. Art or archaeology? You decide.A Story, Not a Lecture: As a passionate local guide, I share the living stories behind the stones. You get a real insight into the city's soul and the unique, contemporary story of Notre-Dame's survival and future.

Tour Itinerary

  • 1

    Notre Dame Cathedral

    We will begin our private tour by exploring the stunning exterior of this architectural marvel. At your own pace, you will delve into the secrets of its famous gargoyles, intricate portals, and impressive flying buttresses as your guide brings the history of the cathedral to life.

  • 2

    The Bouquinistes of Paris

    Next, we'll stroll along the banks of the River Seine to discover the iconic green stalls of the Bouquinistes, a UNESCO World Heritage treasure. We'll learn about the centuries-old tradition of these open-air booksellers and browse their unique collections.

  • 3

    Shakespeare and Company (Optional Stop)

    As a special addition to your private tour, time permitting and based on your interests, we can make a final stop to see the legendary Shakespeare and Company bookshop. Your guide will share the story of this famous literary haven, a former home to writers like Hemingway and Joyce.

  • 4

    Saint Chapelle

    Quick Entry to Saint Chapelle. Guide will not enter the Chapelle. Will accompany you until scanning booth.

  • 5

    Conciergerie (only if Selected)

    Upgrade your ticket to include a visit to the historic Conciergerie (also called Revolutionary Prison)

Your Guide

SZ

SZ

5 years of experience

A passionate Parisian historian and certified tour guide, SZ brings the hidden stories of Paris to life. With deep knowledge of Notre Dame, the Latin Quarter, Montmartre, and the Eiffel Tower, every tour becomes an unforgettable journey through centuries of history.

Certified Local Guide, Licensed Notre Dame Interior Guide, Paris History SpecialistEnglish, French, Arabic

What to Bring

  • •To ensure you have the most comfortable and enjoyable experience, we recommend bringing the following:Comfortable walking shoes (this is the most important!)A bottle of water to stay hydratedWeather-appropriate clothing (layers are always a good idea in Paris)An umbrella or a light rain jacket, just in caseSun protection like sunglasses, a hat, or sunscreen for sunny daysA charged camera or smartphone to capture the memories!

Meeting Point

Meeting Point: At the Charlemagne statue. you’ll find your guide wearing a black cap with the Scenic Zest Logo., Paris, 75004

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Guest Reviews

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LucVerified
Nov 2025

“We booked this private tour. Our tour guide Sz was fantastic. We learned a lot about Notre Dame that we did not know. It’s a bit of walking but very easy to handle”

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Duration: 2h00m