Private Historical Tour of Notre Dame | La Vacanza Travel

Private Historical Tour of Notre Dame

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Destination: France, Île-de-France, Paris
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  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Paris
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

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.

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 Cloitre Notre-Dame, Rue du Cloitre 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
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • cathedral is not accessible on the inside and visit stays on the outside.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

7 Parvis Notre-Dame - Pl. Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris, France


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

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

Duration

1 hour 30 minutes


User's Reviews

Matt H

20 Apr, 2023

The guide was amazing! So much knowledge about the time of notre dame, the building itself, and how the building impacted the area. Fantastic and cannot wait to go back and do it again after Notre Dame reopens. 10/10.

kathymattison

12 Sep, 2022

We had the most wonderful experience with Boris. We knew that we were not going to be able to go into Norte Dame, but he brought it to life for us. We are most anxious to come back to see it when it reopens. Boris really got us interested in the history and we learned a lot. We highly recommend Boris and this tour.

Gregory_W

24 Jun, 2022

We had the best experience. Our tour guide was knowledgeable, patient with our questions and all around best tour we had on our trip to Paris. We highly recommend this tour.

MarijanaM472

15 Mar, 2022

Boris is a real expert in both history of Paris and religion. It was a great pleasure listening to him, I learned so much. His humor and charm only add to an already great tour. I had a great time Boris, hope to see you again!

charlotteg114

14 Mar, 2022

Boris est un guide excellent. Passionné et doté d'une grande culture, il est en mesure de répondre à n'importe quelle question ! Il a même crée une application pour les plus curieux et ceux qui veulent aller plus loin dans le tour ! J'ai passé un excellent moment, je recommande chaudement à tous les curieux.

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