Notre Dame private tour

Paris, France

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The tour is a product of a very long and detailed research, conducted by a PhD scholar, that was done for the purposes of mobile app Notre Dame Fiat Lux. This research will also be published in the form of a book. Therefore, our guides who partook in this research (most of them) or have prepared the tour from it, are arguably and very likely the foremost experts on Notre Dame in Paris, France, and indeed the world. The tour is a comprehensive view on the cathedral and its many different aspects. We offer a rare synthesis of research, over ten years of guiding experience, and most importantly, honest, deep and ever expanding love for this jewel of Gothic architecture. We feel that Notre Dame is the very pinnacle of Western civilization, and we are eager to explain why that is so. Come share our passion and ever growing interest for this unique monument.

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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Archeological Crypt of the Parvis of Notre-Dame, Place de Parvis, Ile de la Cite parvis Notre-Dame, 75004 Paris France

The underground of the cathedral and its importance not only for Notre Dame, but for history of Paris and France as well. We discuss the crypt without entering it, as it is a separate visit in its own right.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Point Zero, Parvis Notre-Dame - Place Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris France

The historic, cultural, symbolical and overall relevance of this often overlooked yet immensely important site.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Equestrian Statue of Charlemagne, Parvis Notre-Dame, Ile de la Cite, 75004 Paris France

History of how France came to be and the significant role Notre Dame Cathedral had in it.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris, 6 Parvis Notre-Dame Place Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris France

A detailed description of the Western Portal of the cathedral and the meaning of its statues and reliefs. The detailed explanation of their history and relevance. In this case in particular, art is never just ornamental, but deeply symbolical and instrumental.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Rue du Cloître-Notre-Dame, 75004 Paris, France

The view of the cathedral from the side, as a chance to discuss its architecture, windows, gargoyles, and how it comes together both symbolically and functionally.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Fontaine de la Vierge, Quai de l'Archeveche, 75004 Paris France

A view of the cathedral from the back, and the detailed account of the immense and breathtaking complexity of Gothic architecture.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Petit-Pont-Cardinal-Lustiger, Quai du Marche Neuf, 75004 Paris France

An overview of the entire cathedral and the story of its beauty, connected to dogma, creation of Marian Catholicism, French identity and politics.

Duration: 10 minutes

Inclusions

Private tour
Professional art historian guide

Exclusions

Food and drinks

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

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Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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