Notre Dame's Island with Sainte Chapelle and Marie Antoinette's prison | La Vacanza Travel

Notre Dame's Island with Sainte Chapelle and Marie Antoinette's prison

Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
Destination: France, Île-de-France, Paris
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  • 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Paris
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Discover the heart of Paris on this 2.45-hour guided walking tour. Explore the beautiful Ile de la Cité and see the exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral. Marvel at the prowess of her 13th century builders - Notre Dame survived the devastating fire of 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. 

Itinerary
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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: 50 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: 50 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: 30 minutes

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

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Infants aged 0-3 years are free of charge and do not require a booking.
  • You can cancel your tour up to 24 hours prior to departure and receive a full refund. Please note that refunds are not possible for missed tours.
  • If you plan to arrive at the meeting point by taxi, please ensure you leave yourselves plenty of time, it can often take a considerable amount of time to find a taxi in Paris!
  • 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.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Paris Today, 2 Quai de Gesvres, 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

2 hours 45 minutes


User's Reviews

JOANNE_M

17 Mar, 2024

I would have given them a much better rate but I saw that $14 was charged after the tour. I saw the list of things they covered and things they didn’t so I see no explanations

Melanie_W

17 Mar, 2024

Mathew was a great guide. He was pleasant, had a wealth of historical knowledge and spent the time telling us about the history of Notre Dame, Saint-Chapelle and the prison.

orlandobarbie

16 Mar, 2024

Matthew was a wonderful tour guide. Great information/education made the sights even more impressive. Tour was right on time and good value.

Aaron_M

09 Mar, 2024

The tour guide was very good. She was polite and very knowledgeable. It was good to hear the history and stories while looking at the buildings. It is a simple tour. But it was nice to have the guide lead the way to important sites and point out interesting information that I otherwise would not have known.

luissO7368BC

08 Mar, 2024

Over the centuries, Notre-Dame has welcomed a diverse array of visitors, from clergy and nobility to commoners seeking solace or marveling at its architectural splendor. The cathedral also housed a community of clergy, whose lives were intertwined with its daily rituals and spiritual offerings. In essence, Notre-Dame de Paris stands not only as a testament to the faith and ingenuity of its medieval builders but also as a beacon of hope and inspiration for all who are fortunate enough to behold its grandeur.

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Interesting and informative tour of Sainte Chapelle and Marie Antoinette's Prison

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Excellent Tour of Sainte Chappelle, and the Notre Dame's Island.

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A fascinating 2+ hours of French history

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Best Tour Guide in Paris

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Perfect for your first day

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Incredible Day at St. Chapel and Notre Dame

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Magnificent stroll through the history of Paris with a trained historian.

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Experience the history of Île de la Cité

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Beautiful San Chapelle

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Norte Dame, Conciergerie and St. Chappell tour a must

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