Tour Details
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Product Type
- Tour
- Venues
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- Sainte Chapelle
- Notre Dame Cathedral
- Conciergerie
Photos & Highlights
- Led by an expert experienced with children, you will unravel the mysteries and architectural wonders of Paris – all set against the backdrop of the city's medieval charm.
- An experience tailored to your interests and needs
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Tour Description
For visits before June 9: Guided tours are not permitted inside Notre Dame. Instead, we’ll explore the exterior in depth and prepare you for an independent visit. Context has developed an audio guide to help you navigate the interior at your own pace.
For visits after June 9: Our itinerary will include the interior of Notre Dame.
Experience an enchanting 2.5-hour adventure on Île de la Cité with your family. Hosted by an engaging art historian specially skilled in captivating young minds, this immersive Paris family tour will ignite your children's imaginations as they delve into the mysteries and architectural wonders of Gothic Paris, from intriguing gargoyles to breathtaking stained glass windows.
As you navigate the medieval labyrinth of the Latin Quarter, you'll uncover the birth of the Gothic style, starting with the awe-inspiring Église Saint-Séverin and its ancient bell.
Admire the splendor of iconic Notre Dame and its gargoyle companions. Next up is the breathtaking Sainte-Chapelle, a Gothic masterpiece with exquisite stained glass windows that offer a fascinating glimpse into the delicate art of glasswork during this era.
Your journey will also take you to the historic Conciergerie – once the residence of France's early royals and later a notorious prison during the Revolution. You'll conclude your tour with a visit to the magnificent Saint-Jacques Tower, a mysterious Gothic belfry filled with intriguing sculptures.
By the end of this Île de la Cité Tour for Kids, your young adventurers will have a solid understanding of Gothic architecture and be inspired to continue their exploration of Paris's rich history. Prepare for a memorable experience that sparks their curiosity.
For visits after June 9: Our itinerary will include the interior of Notre Dame.
Experience an enchanting 2.5-hour adventure on Île de la Cité with your family. Hosted by an engaging art historian specially skilled in captivating young minds, this immersive Paris family tour will ignite your children's imaginations as they delve into the mysteries and architectural wonders of Gothic Paris, from intriguing gargoyles to breathtaking stained glass windows.
As you navigate the medieval labyrinth of the Latin Quarter, you'll uncover the birth of the Gothic style, starting with the awe-inspiring Église Saint-Séverin and its ancient bell.
Admire the splendor of iconic Notre Dame and its gargoyle companions. Next up is the breathtaking Sainte-Chapelle, a Gothic masterpiece with exquisite stained glass windows that offer a fascinating glimpse into the delicate art of glasswork during this era.
Your journey will also take you to the historic Conciergerie – once the residence of France's early royals and later a notorious prison during the Revolution. You'll conclude your tour with a visit to the magnificent Saint-Jacques Tower, a mysterious Gothic belfry filled with intriguing sculptures.
By the end of this Île de la Cité Tour for Kids, your young adventurers will have a solid understanding of Gothic architecture and be inspired to continue their exploration of Paris's rich history. Prepare for a memorable experience that sparks their curiosity.
Experts
Will we visit the interior of Notre Dame on the tour?
If you are visiting before June 9, 2025, we will not be including the interior, as guided tours are not yet permitted following the reopening. Our tour will dedicate time to introducing the site from the exterior, preparing you for an independent visit following the tour, should you wish. Context has developed an audio guide allowing you to explore the cathedral interior at your own pace. If you are visiting after June 9, our itinerary will include the interior of Notre Dame, though please note we will not have skip the line access. The line moves quickly and we will use the time to introduce the interior portion of the tour.
Does this tour include climbing the bell towers of Notre Dame? Will we visit the crypt?
The bell towers remain closed to the general public. Our tour does not visit the crypt.
Does this tour include climbing the Saint-Jacques Tower?
No, however, your expert can give you information about how you can climb the tour on your own.
Is this tour wheelchair accessible?
Sainte-Chapelle is wheelchair accessible, but the Conciergerie is unfortunately not.
Where do we meet? Where does it end?
Generally speaking, the tour begins near Place Saint-Michel. Your confirmation email will have the exact meeting point details along with a map. The tour typically ends on the Ile de la Cité.
Will you pre-purchase tickets?
We pre-purchase tickets to the Sainte Chapelle and the Conciergerie - your guide will have them on hand.
Can I use the Museum Pass?
Unfortunately, the Museum Pass cannot be used for this tour. Tickets are mandatory and cannot be canceled or modified. While the Museum Pass is accepted at both the Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie, it does not guarantee skip-the-line access. Instead, we use E-tickets to expedite entry to Sainte-Chapelle due to long waiting lines.
If you are visiting before June 9, 2025, we will not be including the interior, as guided tours are not yet permitted following the reopening. Our tour will dedicate time to introducing the site from the exterior, preparing you for an independent visit following the tour, should you wish. Context has developed an audio guide allowing you to explore the cathedral interior at your own pace. If you are visiting after June 9, our itinerary will include the interior of Notre Dame, though please note we will not have skip the line access. The line moves quickly and we will use the time to introduce the interior portion of the tour.
Does this tour include climbing the bell towers of Notre Dame? Will we visit the crypt?
The bell towers remain closed to the general public. Our tour does not visit the crypt.
Does this tour include climbing the Saint-Jacques Tower?
No, however, your expert can give you information about how you can climb the tour on your own.
Is this tour wheelchair accessible?
Sainte-Chapelle is wheelchair accessible, but the Conciergerie is unfortunately not.
Where do we meet? Where does it end?
Generally speaking, the tour begins near Place Saint-Michel. Your confirmation email will have the exact meeting point details along with a map. The tour typically ends on the Ile de la Cité.
Will you pre-purchase tickets?
We pre-purchase tickets to the Sainte Chapelle and the Conciergerie - your guide will have them on hand.
Can I use the Museum Pass?
Unfortunately, the Museum Pass cannot be used for this tour. Tickets are mandatory and cannot be canceled or modified. While the Museum Pass is accepted at both the Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie, it does not guarantee skip-the-line access. Instead, we use E-tickets to expedite entry to Sainte-Chapelle due to long waiting lines.
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116 Reviews
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Great tour - learned a lot, saw so much, and did so at a scale that was accessible for our very young children as well!
Caroline
Aug 22, 2022
We were very impressed with Lindsey’s knowledge and she was very easy to talk to and learn from.
Jeanne
Jul 5, 2022
All three adults and the one child enjoyed the tour with Marie and learned a lot. She is extremely articulate, well informed, and interesting. She was also very kind and capable when Christian (the child on the tour) fell and hurt himself.
Joan
Nov 29, 2021
