Rules for an Enjoyable Visit:
To make the most of your visit, we kindly ask you to
- Refrain from using your phone inside the cathedral.
- Avoid consuming food or drinks.
- Refrain from bringing scooters, suitcases, backpacks, or bulky items.
Recently restored for everyone’s delight, the cathedral and its interior arrangements offer a unique rediscovery of this spiritual landmark. Our team is here to guide you through this exceptional experience.
You can also join during week days, at 2:30 pm a daily free visit of the cathedral which highlights its spiritual mission beyond the historical and artistic aspects. This visit is conducted by volunteers from the CASA Notre-Dame Non Profit group and is limited to 20 attendees.
The meeting point is : rue du cloître Notre-Dame, at the corner of rue d’Arcole, next to the North tower (left on the forecourt)
See availibility here (Calendrier)
Guides and publications
Enhance and deepen your visit with:
- Visitor’s Guide (€10): Available in French, English, and Spanish, this richly illustrated guide highlights key aspects of the history and architecture of Notre-Dame.
- Pilgrim’s Guide (€5): Perfect for accompanying your moments of prayer at the cathedral.
These guides can be purchased at the welcome desk.
To enhance your visit, in addition to these guides, our shop offers a selection of reading materials, including the album dedicated to the Crown of Thorns, published by Notre-Dame de Paris.
Mobile App
Prepare for or enrich your visit with our free mobile app :
- Tailored Tours: Explore three routes designed for individual visitors, families, and pilgrims.
- Spiritual Content: Access prayers, daily liturgical texts, and updates such as concerts by the Maîtrise choir.
- Accessibility Features: Enjoy user-friendly options like Easy-to-Read and Understand (FALC) mode and audio description.
We encourage you to bring your own earphones or headphones to freely enjoy the content of the application during your visit.
Audioguides
Audioguides are available for hire at reception (€6), enabling visitors to tour the cathedral independently, in French, English, Spanish, German, Portuguese and Italian.
Magnetic loops are available for the hearing-impaired with the audioguide rental.
Inclusive Tools
Notre-Dame de Paris is committed to welcoming everyone:
- FALC Tour: A simplified tour for all will be soon available in English and Spanish.
- On-site Assistance: 3D models and tactile booklets for visitors with disabilities.
Our team is here to make your visit as enjoyable as possible.
