Notre Dame's Island with Sainte Chapelle and Marie Antoinette's prison
Overview
Discover the heart of Paris on this 2.45-hour guided walking tour. See the Ile de la Cité, the famous Shakespeare & Company bookstore and the exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral. Marvel at the prowess of her 13th century builders - Notre Dame survived the devastating fire of April 15 2019 and a new page of her history is being written today as we visit. Enjoy skip the line access and marvel at the spectacular stained glass of the Sainte Chapelle, and visit the final prison of Marie Antoinette - the Conciergerie.
Inclusions
- Enjoy a stroll around the picturesque Ile de la Cite
- Fully guided tour including the exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral
- Skip the lines to the Sainte Chapelle and the Conciergerie
- Marvel at the dazzling stained glass of the Sainte Chapelle
- See Marie-Antoinette's prison cell
- Fully accredited local guide
- Limited groups of 20 people or fewer
- Entry/Admission - Sainte-Chapelle
- Entry/Admission - Conciergerie
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Ile de la Cite, 75001 Paris France
Enjoy strolling through the streets of this charming island with your guide, hear the fascinating stories of it's long history, see one of the prettiest squares in Paris, and end your tour on the oldest bridge in the city.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Conciergerie, 2 boulevard du Palais, 75001 Paris France
Our last visit is to the Conciergerie, built as a medieval palace but most famous as the prison and last home of Queen Marie Antoinette during the French Revolution. See the cells where the prisoners were kept, including the cramped cell of Marie Antoinette, where she was imprisoned until she was taken to the guillotine in 1793.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Sainte-Chapelle, 8 Boulevard du Palais, 75001 Paris France
Then it’s a short stroll through the charming flower market to the Sainte Chapelle, home to some of best-preserved and most breathtaking stained glass in the world.
Built in the 13th century by the King Saint Louis, 80% of the walls are covered by remarkable colored glass windows. Once again you will skip the long entry lines, and your guide will teach you how to read the stories on these centuries old masterpieces, as you admire the astonishing multi-colored light flooding the chapel.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris, 6 Parvis Notre-Dame Place Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris France
You will then see the imposing gothic structure of Notre Dame Cathedral. Built in the 13th century, this magnificent edifice has recently survived a devastating fire, yet she is still standing proudly as the symbol of the city. Learn of her incredible construction, the mastery of her medieval architects and builders, and watch history unfold before us as she readies herself to stand tall for another eight centuries. We will see the exterior of the cathedral, you can admire the imposing sculpted facade and bell towers, the flying buttresses still holding the structure of the cathedral together today, and learn of her glorious past, including tales of the famous Hunchback.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Latin Quarter, 75005 Paris France
Did you know that there are two islands on the river Seine, and that Paris was founded on one of them, the Ile de la Cité? Join our guide for a fascinating walking tour of this charming and historical island, home to some of the most dazzling medieval architecture in the city.
We'll start our tour on the Left Bank, in the Latin Quarter, home to scholars and intellectuals since the founding of the Sorbonne University in the 13th Century. We'll pass by the famed bookstore Shakespeare & Company, gathering place for the literary legends of the 'Lost Generation' - Hemingway, F Scott Fitzgerald, Gertrude Stein and many others - who made Paris both their home and the artistic center of the world.
Duration: 25 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Ile de la Cite, 75001 Paris France
Enjoy strolling through the streets of this charming island with your guide, hear the fascinating stories of it's long history, see one of the prettiest squares in Paris, and end your tour on the oldest bridge in the city.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Conciergerie, 2 boulevard du Palais, 75001 Paris France
Our last visit is to the Conciergerie, built as a medieval palace but most famous as the prison and last home of Queen Marie Antoinette during the French Revolution. See the cells where the prisoners were kept, including the cramped cell of Marie Antoinette, where she was imprisoned until she was taken to the guillotine in 1793.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Sainte-Chapelle, 8 Boulevard du Palais, 75001 Paris France
Then it’s a short stroll through the charming flower market to the Sainte Chapelle, home to some of best-preserved and most breathtaking stained glass in the world.
Built in the 13th century by the King Saint Louis, 80% of the walls are covered by remarkable colored glass windows. Once again you will skip the long entry lines, and your guide will teach you how to read the stories on these centuries old masterpieces, as you admire the astonishing multi-colored light flooding the chapel.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris, 6 Parvis Notre-Dame Place Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris France
You will then see the imposing gothic structure of Notre Dame Cathedral. Built in the 13th century, this magnificent edifice has recently survived a devastating fire, yet she is still standing proudly as the symbol of the city. Learn of her incredible construction, the mastery of her medieval architects and builders, and watch history unfold before us as she readies herself to stand tall for another eight centuries. We will see the exterior of the cathedral, you can admire the imposing sculpted facade and bell towers, the flying buttresses still holding the structure of the cathedral together today, and learn of her glorious past, including tales of the famous Hunchback.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Latin Quarter, 75005 Paris France
Did you know that there are two islands on the river Seine, and that Paris was founded on one of them, the Ile de la Cité? Join our guide for a fascinating walking tour of this charming and historical island, home to some of the most dazzling medieval architecture in the city.
We'll start our tour on the Left Bank, in the Latin Quarter, home to scholars and intellectuals since the founding of the Sorbonne University in the 13th Century. We'll pass by the famed bookstore Shakespeare & Company, gathering place for the literary legends of the 'Lost Generation' - Hemingway, F Scott Fitzgerald, Gertrude Stein and many others - who made Paris both their home and the artistic center of the world.
Duration: 25 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Infants aged 0-3 years are free of charge and do not require a booking.
- Please note this tour is not suitable for guests with mobility issues. There is a lift at the Sainte Chapelle, but there are also stairs and some are steep.
- We are compliant with international, government and local protocols and have received the stamps of approval: ‘Safe Travels’ Global Tour Operator protocol, ‘Caring Attitude’ Paris Tourism Commitment Charter. Our guides are informed of all measures that should be implemented during our visits.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Veronique_L
May 2022
Jessica was a great guide. Super interesting! She made sure everyone was following and gave great information!
Jessica was a great guide. Super interesting! She made sure everyone was following and gave great information!adrienne_w
May 2022
Our tour guide was fantastic. Super knowledgeable about the buildings and history. Be prepared to WALK. But the tour is so worth the money. We are so happy we took the tour instead of doing it all ourselves. We plan to do more tours this way.
Our tour guide was fantastic. Super knowledgeable about the buildings and history. Be prepared to WALK. But the tour is so worth the money. We are so happy we took the tour instead of doing it all ourselves. We plan to do more tours this way.mike_V
May 2022
Our guide was amazing!!!! A wonderful experience and education! We were stunned by the absolute beauty of the Saints Chapelle…..one of the highlights of our trip!!!
Our guide was amazing!!!! A wonderful experience and education! We were stunned by the absolute beauty of the Saints Chapelle…..one of the highlights of our trip!!!Ryan K
December 2021
Roman was absolutely amazing! His passion was contagious and my wife and I loved every minute we had with him. Give this man a raise, bonus, and pastry!
Roman was absolutely amazing! His passion was contagious and my wife and I loved every minute we had with him. Give this man a raise, bonus, and pastry!Anna_K
March 2022
Fun and informative experience. Our guide was very knowledgeable and accommodating. We bypassed a long line to Sante Chapelle!
Fun and informative experience. Our guide was very knowledgeable and accommodating. We bypassed a long line to Sante Chapelle!Shirley_P
April 2022
Our guide was excellent. He gave us much information about the buildings in the district, while walking toward the Conciergerie and Saint Chapelle. He also stopped to talk about the history and current state of Notre Dame. He discussed the history of Marie Antoinette, debunking the idea that ...
Our guide was excellent. He gave us much information about the buildings in the district, while walking toward the Conciergerie and Saint Chapelle. He also stopped to talk about the history and current state of Notre Dame. He discussed the history of Marie Antoinette, debunking the idea that the cause was expensive dresses, and spent quite some time in the chapel pointing out the biblical history as depicted on the coloured glass pictures. A very good tour.