Medieval Quarter Tour with Sainte-Chapelle & Notre-Dame | La Vacanza Travel

Medieval Quarter Tour with Sainte-Chapelle & Notre-Dame

Duration: 3 hours
Destination: France, Île-de-France, Paris
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  • 3 hours
  • Paris
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

For such a tiny island, Île de la Cité has a lot of stories to tell. It’s where Paris was first settled, where some of the city’s greatest dramas were acted out, and where the most beautiful buildings were constructed.

Find out how this tiny island became the center of one of Europe’s most vibrant cultures with this fascinating walking tour of Île de la Cité and the heart of Paris. See the site of Notre Dame from the courtyard, which still stands proud after the recent fire, and observe the ongoing restoration.

From there, it's a short walk to two historic monuments awaiting your discovery. With pre-reserved tickets, you'll enter the Conciergerie, famous for having the prison cell that once held Marie Antoinette, as well as Paris' most beautiful church, Sainte Chapelle.

Finally, experience Paris from a different vantage point on an idyllic 1-hour Seine River Cruise.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Seine River, 75001 Paris France

Your day starts with a stroll along the banks of the Seine, where you’ll hear all about the hidden history of this intriguing city, taking in its romantic sights along the way.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris, 6 Parvis Notre-Dame Place Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris France

As you approach the iconic Notre Dame, your guide will take you back in time hundreds of years to when the mighty cathedral (the distance from which all points in France are measured) was first built and Paris looked very different than it does today. You’ll be taken as close to the majestic landmark as the ongoing restoration will permit to give you the best views possible.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Latin Quarter, 75005 Paris France

After crossing the river into the historic Latin Quarter, you’ll stroll down meandering, cobblestone streets where you'll hear the stories and learn of the characters—poets, philosophers, artists—that made Paris the City of Light.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Conciergerie, 2 boulevard du Palais, 75001 Paris France

From Notre Dame, it's about a 10-minute stroll to the next stop—the Conciergerie, the oldest remaining part of the Palais de la Cité. This former royal residence of the kings of France became a prison during the French Revolution. Enter with pre-reserved tickets for a guided tour of this remarkable monument.

Duration: 55 minutes

Stop At: Sainte-Chapelle, 8 Boulevard du Palais, 75001 Paris France

This royal chapel was originally built to house relics and today it’s still one of the most jaw-dropping rooms in Paris. It’s also one of the city’s most popular attractions. It’s also one of the city’s most popular attractions. Luckily, you’ll skip the long lines and be among the first people of the day to appreciate this remarkable monument.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Place Dauphine, Paris France

Tranquil, leafy Place Dauphine that offers breathing space and calm for its residents. Pass by the charming plaza on your way to Pont Neuf.

Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: Pont-Neuf, 75001 Paris France

Your tour guide will leave you the ticket for a 1-hour river cruise, which you can use and enjoy at the end of the tour.

Inclusions
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Skip the line ticket to Sainte-Chapelle
  • Skip the line ticket for Conciergerie
  • Guided tour of Conciergerie and Sainte Chapelle
  • Ticket for Seine River cruise
  • Small groups of 20 people or fewer
  • Headset
  • Entry/Admission - Sainte-Chapelle
  • Entry/Admission - Conciergerie

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Tour Only in English
  • You should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty to take part in this tour.
  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour, it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers.
  • Please ensure that all members of your party have a valid ID on them on the day of the visit.
  • Some galleries of the Île de la Cité monuments may close without prior notice, or select pieces may be removed for restoration or loan. In this case, your guide will make an appropriate substitution.
  • Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

1 Rue Aubé, 75004 Paris, France


Return Details

Pont Neuf, 75001 Paris, France

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

3 hours


User's Reviews

Amber_H

13 Dec, 2023

Our guide Violette was fantastic! She’s incredibly knowledgeable and did a great job explaining the history of the sites (Notre Dame, Saint Chapelle, Concierge, etc.). This walking tour was lovely and would definitely recommend!

Cooper_M

05 Nov, 2023

This was just ok. The seats on the boat were not very comfortable. The narrator was informative but having the information repeated in French and English was a little redundant. I would have preferred an English only version to pick from.

Joe_W

12 Oct, 2023

Tour guide did not show up. I was told there was email. The app was not updated- the app is bad and the web portal is not working. Good tour when they happen. The technology and business processes are BAD. I’m out a lot of money

Jennifer_C

09 Oct, 2023

Wonderful tour. Our guide Abby was excellent. We learned a lot about the area and sites visited. It was an added bonus that the Seine tour could be done anytime.

Jay_S

09 Oct, 2023

Abbe was our tour guide and she was amazing. Very knowledgeable, clear and kelp the group moving along. We loved every minute of the tour!

User's Picture Gallery

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Yes, Medieval to Revolutionary France history can rock your world

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Five stars! Highly recommended

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Beautiful experience

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History of the iles de la Cite and St. Louis, Notre Dame, the Conciergerie and St. Chapelle

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Learn lots of new things!

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Robbery. No tour, even though I paid for it.

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Top notch walking tour of Paris!

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Great Tour

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