Paris Île de la Cité Walking Tour With Notre-Dame and Archaeological Crypt
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This guided walking tour lasts about 90 minutes and covers the main sites on Île de la Cité in Paris. The tour begins at the equestrian statue of Henri IV, known as the 'Good King,' and continues to Square du Vert-Galant, a small park at the tip of the island with views of the Seine. Visitors then walk to Place Dauphine, a quiet triangular square created as a residential area by Henri IV. The route passes the Court of Appeal building, where the guide points out its judicial significance. Next is the Tour de l’Horloge, a medieval clock tower dating back to 1370, followed by an exterior view of the Conciergerie, a former royal palace turned prison during the French Revolution. The tour also includes the classical façade of the Palais de Justice, which houses France’s highest courts. Guests see the outside of Sainte-Chapelle, a 13th-century chapel noted for its Gothic architecture and stained glass, and then visit the Marché aux Fleurs, a historic flower market on the island. The guide ends the walking portion outside the entrance to the Archaeological Crypt beneath Notre-Dame Cathedral. If the ticket option is selected, guests can enter the crypt on their own to view the remains of the original city foundations. Entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral itself is not included, but guests may visit it independently before or after the tour. The guide provides tips on what to look for in the cathedral’s Gothic façade and sculptures. If the crypt is closed for maintenance, the tour remains about one hour and includes only the walking portion around Notre-Dame.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Henri IV Equestrian Statue
The tour starts at the statue of Henri IV, known as the “Good King.” This monument celebrates his role in stabilizing France after the Wars of Religion.
9 min
Square du Vert-Galant
This green space sits at the western tip of Île de la Cité, offering views of the Seine. Its name refers to King Henri IV’s nickname, the “Vert Galant,” due to his romantic reputation.
9 min
Place Dauphine
A triangular, quiet square built by Henri IV as a residential area. It is one of the more peaceful spots on Île de la Cité.
9 min
Court of Appeal
The group passes by the Court of Appeal building, an important center for legal appeals in France, notable for its impressive exterior.
9 min
Tour de l’Horloge
This clock tower dates from 1370 and is among Paris’s oldest. It was a symbol of royal authority and the importance of timekeeping in medieval city life.
9 min
Conciergerie
Visitors see the Conciergerie’s Gothic exterior, a building that was once a royal palace and later a prison during the French Revolution. An upgraded ticket allows entry inside after the tour.
9 min
Palais de Justice de Paris
The Palais de Justice exterior is notable for its classical architecture. It has been France’s judicial center and hosts the highest courts.
9 min
Chapelle Saint-Vincent-de-Paul
The tour passes the outside of Sainte-Chapelle, a 13th-century chapel famous for its stained glass windows and Gothic style. Entry is available with an upgraded ticket.
9 min
Marché aux Fleurs
A historic flower market on Île de la Cité named after Queen Elizabeth II, offering a colorful and natural spot in the city center.
9 min
Notre-Dame Cathedral Exterior
The guide points out the cathedral’s Gothic façade, sculptures, and spires. Entry to the cathedral is not included but can be done independently.
Archaeological Crypt
The walking tour finishes outside the crypt entrance beneath Notre-Dame. Visitors with a ticket can explore the underground foundations of the original Paris on their own.
9 min
Meeting point
Meet your guide in front of the statue of Henri IV on the Pont Neuf bridge. Your guide will be holding an orange sign that says “ExperienceFirst.” For easier navigation, you can paste this address into Google Maps: 15 Pl. du Pont Neuf, 75001 Paris
End point
This tour ends outside the Archeological Crypt.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Paris Île de la Cité Walking Tour With Notre-Dame and Archaeological Crypt
by ExperienceFirst
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€60Overview
This guided walking tour lasts about 90 minutes and covers the main sites on Île de la Cité in Paris. The tour begins at the equestrian statue of Henri IV, known as the 'Good King,' and continues to Square du Vert-Galant, a small park at the tip of the island with views of the Seine. Visitors then walk to Place Dauphine, a quiet triangular square created as a residential area by Henri IV. The route passes the Court of Appeal building, where the guide points out its judicial significance. Next is the Tour de l’Horloge, a medieval clock tower dating back to 1370, followed by an exterior view of the Conciergerie, a former royal palace turned prison during the French Revolution. The tour also includes the classical façade of the Palais de Justice, which houses France’s highest courts. Guests see the outside of Sainte-Chapelle, a 13th-century chapel noted for its Gothic architecture and stained glass, and then visit the Marché aux Fleurs, a historic flower market on the island. The guide ends the walking portion outside the entrance to the Archaeological Crypt beneath Notre-Dame Cathedral. If the ticket option is selected, guests can enter the crypt on their own to view the remains of the original city foundations. Entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral itself is not included, but guests may visit it independently before or after the tour. The guide provides tips on what to look for in the cathedral’s Gothic façade and sculptures. If the crypt is closed for maintenance, the tour remains about one hour and includes only the walking portion around Notre-Dame.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Henri IV Equestrian Statue
The tour starts at the statue of Henri IV, known as the “Good King.” This monument celebrates his role in stabilizing France after the Wars of Religion.
9 min
Square du Vert-Galant
This green space sits at the western tip of Île de la Cité, offering views of the Seine. Its name refers to King Henri IV’s nickname, the “Vert Galant,” due to his romantic reputation.
9 min
Place Dauphine
A triangular, quiet square built by Henri IV as a residential area. It is one of the more peaceful spots on Île de la Cité.
9 min
Court of Appeal
The group passes by the Court of Appeal building, an important center for legal appeals in France, notable for its impressive exterior.
9 min
Tour de l’Horloge
This clock tower dates from 1370 and is among Paris’s oldest. It was a symbol of royal authority and the importance of timekeeping in medieval city life.
9 min
Conciergerie
Visitors see the Conciergerie’s Gothic exterior, a building that was once a royal palace and later a prison during the French Revolution. An upgraded ticket allows entry inside after the tour.
9 min
Palais de Justice de Paris
The Palais de Justice exterior is notable for its classical architecture. It has been France’s judicial center and hosts the highest courts.
9 min
Chapelle Saint-Vincent-de-Paul
The tour passes the outside of Sainte-Chapelle, a 13th-century chapel famous for its stained glass windows and Gothic style. Entry is available with an upgraded ticket.
9 min
Marché aux Fleurs
A historic flower market on Île de la Cité named after Queen Elizabeth II, offering a colorful and natural spot in the city center.
9 min
Notre-Dame Cathedral Exterior
The guide points out the cathedral’s Gothic façade, sculptures, and spires. Entry to the cathedral is not included but can be done independently.
Archaeological Crypt
The walking tour finishes outside the crypt entrance beneath Notre-Dame. Visitors with a ticket can explore the underground foundations of the original Paris on their own.
9 min
Meeting point
Meet your guide in front of the statue of Henri IV on the Pont Neuf bridge. Your guide will be holding an orange sign that says “ExperienceFirst.” For easier navigation, you can paste this address into Google Maps: 15 Pl. du Pont Neuf, 75001 Paris
End point
This tour ends outside the Archeological Crypt.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.