To check when planning your visit
Periods with restrictions for guided tours
IMPORTANT: FROM 1 JULY 2026
In order to preserve the spiritual character of the cathedral, to encourage quiet and respectful exploration, and to contribute to the preservation of the monument, all guided tours with an external tour guide are subject to prior booking and the use of audio guides (hired from the cathedral’s service provider), regardless of the size of the group.
Booking dates :
- Reservations for October, November and December will open on July 21. For groups of 2 to 10 people (including the guide), reservations will open at 10:00 a.m. For groups of 11 to 25 people, reservations will open at 2:30 p.m.
- On July 16, new reservation slots for July and August will be released for groups of fewer than six people.
During Masses and services, guided tours inside the cathedral are not permitted. Please consult the schedule.
Due to liturgical celebrations and special events, certain dates may include restrictions on guided tours inside the cathedral, regardless of group size.
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Guidelines for a respectful visit
In order to preserve the sacred character of the site:
- Keep silence near the confession chapels (north and south aisles)
- Do not stand in front of the transept safety barriers
- Respect the prayer areas
Areas strictly not accessible to visitors include: the choir, the reliquary of the Crown of Thorns, certain specific chapels, and reserved liturgical areas
The duration of the interior visit must not exceed 1 hour.
- A cultural visitor guide has been specially designed to accompany self-guided groups.
- A pilgrim’s guide has been specially designed to support prayer throughout the visit.
- A free, multilingual mobile app accompanies all visitors in rediscovering the cathedral. It is compatible with Android and iPhone.
