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Notre-Dame Exterior Guided Tour with Evening Paris Illuminations

Name: Notre-Dame Exterior Guided Tour with Evening Paris Illuminations
Start: 2026-07-22T15:00:00
End: 2026-07-22T16:00:00
Location: Paris

Duration

1 hr

Open today

7:50am - 7:00pm

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

4.5/5(10,807)

Karen S

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

Linda did an excellent job of bringing history to life with her various explanations about the exterior of Notre Dame. She did so in an animated and colorful manner which captured my (historical) imagination. There were several teens and a young boy in our group and they even paid attention! I was sorry when the tour ended. Go Linda! One special note: Linds mentioned to a couple of the teen girls that they would need to cover their shoulders and part of their legs so there was concern about how they would do that since they didn't have any scarfs or coverups. As it turns out, an employee of Notre Dame had a large bin and was handing out free scarves to those who needed them when one got through the long queue to enter. I assume they do this on a daily basis but couldn't verify?

Anne G

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

The cruise was great! My daughter and I went on the cruise together in the evening, close to sunset. There is a podcast you can download for free for additional details about the things you see on the cruise, but the on-board commentary was fine. They said things in French, English, and Spanish. Overall, the cruise was great. Very informative and you get to see Paris in a way that is unique.

Lina N

Family

Verified booking

Last week

The tour was excellent! My family really enjoyed it; even when the sun was beating down, the air conditioning inside the boat was great, and outside, the cool breeze made the high temperature quite bearable. The tour gives you a great view of the monuments, and there’s also plenty of time to enjoy Paris from the Seine… it was a wonderful experience!

Enjoy a guided exterior tour of Notre-Dame on Île de la Cité, with insights into its history, Gothic design, and restoration.

Explore the historic heart of Paris in a small group of just 5 guests for a more personal, easy-to-follow experience.

Cruise along the Seine for 1 hour with Bateaux Parisiens and see Paris from the water as the city lights begin to glow.

Choose the cruise timing that suits your plans best, with departures every hour and ticket validity for 6 months.

Listen to onboard audio commentary in 14 languages as you pass some of Paris’s most iconic riverside landmarks.

1-hour Bateaux Parisiens evening sightseeing cruise (route here)

Choice of departure time (cruises departs every 1 hour)

Flexible ticket valid for 6 months

Audio guide in French, English, Hindi, Arabic, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Dutch, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean

Guided tour of the Île de la Cité in English/French/Spanish

Entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris (free admission)

Small 5 pax group

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Manuela D
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Despite the fact that we booked this for a Canicular Day, the Seine Cruise was incredibily pleasant, the bise of the water made the sunt bearable. The ladyy who desribed the landmarks had an excellent accent in all spoken languages. Another fun thong was people sayting hello on the other boats or on the shore of the river, super fun for kids especially I have really enjoyed this and would definitely book again when I will be back in Paris.
Lina N
Family
Verified booking
Last week
The tour was excellent! My family really enjoyed it; even when the sun was beating down, the air conditioning inside the boat was great, and outside, the cool breeze made the high temperature quite bearable. The tour gives you a great view of the monuments, and there’s also plenty of time to enjoy Paris from the Seine… it was a wonderful experience!
Kayleigh F
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Easy to locate, friendly staff and great tour. I was surprised at how long the tour lasts, from experience they are usually over quickly but Headout really took their time. Great photo opportunities and fantastic price. Would definitely recommend.
Yurvaino J
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
It was nice very cheap for what u get I would recommend it tbh theres no time slot thats also nice but if you decide to go at like 18:00 be there atleast 15 minutes beforehand so you can secure a actual good spot
Luz B
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The scene was great but just know theirs a lot of people and everyone wants to sit up top so it's always packed up there. There's seating on the siding which is great as well.

See Paris from two classic angles in one easy combo—start with a guided walk around Notre-Dame’s exterior on Île de la Cité, then wind down with a 1-hour evening cruise along the Seine.

Getting started

Meet your guide at the designated point on Île de la Cité and begin your tour in a small group of just 5 guests. After the walking tour, make your way to the Bateaux Parisiens boarding point for your cruise. With departures every hour and a ticket valid for 6 months, you can choose a timing that fits your plans.

What to expect

This experience blends two distinct ways of discovering Paris into one seamless plan. Begin on Île de la Cité, where a guided walk around Notre-Dame’s exterior brings centuries of history, architecture, and restoration efforts into focus through expert storytelling in an intimate group setting. Then, shift pace as you board a Bateaux Parisiens cruise for a relaxed 1-hour journey along the Seine, where illuminated landmarks and multilingual audio commentary offer a scenic, panoramic perspective of the city by night.

Features

Île de la Cité guided tour: Walk around Notre-Dame Cathedral’s exterior with your guide and discover the history, Gothic architecture, and restoration story of one of Paris’s most iconic landmarks.

Small-group experience: With a maximum of 5 guests, the walking tour feels more personal and gives you more room to engage with your guide.

Notre-Dame access: Entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral is free, so you can step inside independently after your guided exterior visit if you wish.

Bateaux Parisiens evening cruise: Board a 1-hour sightseeing cruise and enjoy a scenic ride along the Seine as Paris begins to light up for the evening.

What's not allowed

1-Hour Paris Illuminated Evening Sightseeing Cruise

Large bags are not allowed.

Notre-Dame

Large bags, suitcases, and bulky luggage are not allowed.

Pets are not permitted, except registered service animals.

Smoking, food, and drinks are not allowed inside.

Flash photography, tripods, and professional filming equipment are prohibited.

Additional information

1-Hour Paris Illuminated Evening Sightseeing Cruise

Only small backpacks and standard-sized handbags are permitted inside.

Restrooms are available only on board the boats; there are no facilities at the pontoons.

Paid parking is available nearby, subject to availability.

For a more immersive experience, you’re welcome to bring your own headphones.

Notre-Dame

The cathedral is accessible for visitors with mobility impairments.

Modest attire is required for cathedral entry.

Shorts above the knee, mini-skirts, tank tops, sleeveless shirts, crop tops, low-cut tops, and clothing with offensive imagery or messages are not allowed.

Men are required to remove hats before entering.

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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.