Île de la Cité and Notre-Dame Exterior Walking Tour

Discover the heart of Paris on a guided walking tour of Île de la Cité, the historic island where the city began. Meet beside the statue of Henri IV on Pont Neuf, Paris’ oldest standing bridge, and hear how this landmark helped shape the city’s growth and royal history.

Cross onto Île de la Cité and explore its medieval streets and squares as your guide shares stories of kings, religion, justice and the French Revolution. Along the way, take in views over the Seine and some of Paris’ best-known monuments before arriving at Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Admire the cathedral’s Gothic façade, towers and sculptures while learning about its construction, centuries of history, the devastating 2019 fire and the restoration that followed. You’ll also stop at Point Zero, the traditional geographical centre of Paris, before the tour ends near Notre-Dame, leaving you free to continue exploring the area independently.