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Celebrated in novels, « Notre-Dame de Paris » by Victor Hugo, films and even in television... the cathedral is known the world over.
The imposing Notre-Dame is located on Ile de la Cité, the historical and geographical centre of Paris. If you stand on the esplanade in front of the cathedral, you will discover that this monument is truly ‘the heart of France’. As « le point zéro » indicates, the bronze star etched in the ground is the point of departure from which all distances are measured in the hexagon.
Still on the esplanade, observe the two towers of this gothic work of art, chiseled in the manner of a silversmith. Even though the towers may look similar, the northern tower to the left is actually wider than the other.
If you climb up one of the towers you have an incredible view of the city. Don’t be afraid of the malefic animals and fantastical beasts that seem to scream out at you as you go by. Built to re-create the unsettling atmosphere of the Middle Ages, these Chimeras are purely decorative and the Gargoyles, situated at each corner, serve as drainpipes to evacuate water in the gutters. On rainy days, don’t miss a chance to see these stone monsters transformed into fountains.
Suitable for all age groups.
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N.B.: please note that the tour comprises 422 steps, with no lift or toilets
All year round daily. From 24 September to 31 October9am- 11pm
1 November to 31 March9am- 5.30pm
Last admission to the monument one hour before closing time.
n the event of adverse weather conditions, the Notre-Dame Towers tour may be closed on an exceptional basis.
In the event of exceptional closure, e-tickets purchased on the Centre des monuments nationaux online ticketing service are automatically refunded to the bank account that was debited. There is no need to make any claims. Please note that there will be a delay.
Adult: from 8 €.
Free entry for children under 18.
Group rate available for 20 people or more.
NO TICKET SALES ON SITE / NO ENTRY WITHOUT A RESERVATION
Free
- Children aged under 18 and for young adults aged under 26 who are residents of the European Union.
- Everyone on the first Sunday in January, February, March, November and December
- Disabled person and accompanying adult.
Full price: from 16 €.
Free entry for children under 18.
Group rate available for 20 people or more.
NO TICKET SALES ON SITE / NO ENTRY WITHOUT A RESERVATION
Free
- Children aged under 18 and for young adults aged under 26 who are residents of the European Union.
- Everyone on the first Sunday in January, February, March, November and December
- Disabled person and accompanying adult.
