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Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris

(Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris)
Church and Monument
Notre-Dame, Paris
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    This church is famous for their architecture. It's one of the most popular in the city!
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    Giovanna R.
    "Go upstairs and see a beautiful view of Paris with the gargoyles."(22 Tips)
    Priscilla B.
    "course the house of Quasimodo!"(10 Tips)
    Nora T.
    "Other beautiful cathedral, view of it from seine river is marvelous"(10 Tips)
    Gamze A.
    "Amazing gothic architecture with flying buttress ✔️"(10 Tips)
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  • Lufthansa
    LufthansaAugust 1, 2014
    Of all famous Parisian landmarks, the Notre Dame Cathedral is the oldest. After a long construction period, this Gothic masterpiece was completed in 1345. But it is still as popular as ever!
  • All-Paris-Apartments.com
    All-Paris-Apartments.comOctober 23, 2012
    The view from the top of Notre Dame is breathtaking, and definitely worth the 402 steps it takes to get there (no elevators)! Make sure to check out the gargoyles and make the most of the free entry!
    Upvoted 1 week ago
  • Artyom F.
    Artyom FedosovJuly 27, 2016
    Long long queues, but worth waiting. Free entrance, both exterior and interior are superb. Must see in Paris.
    Upvoted 1 week ago
  • Carlos R.heart icon on user image
    Carlos RangelJanuary 10, 2022
    One of the most magnificent and beautiful cathedrals of the modern era, do not forget to visit it’s interiors and climb the narrow staircase to the bell tower and admire Paris along with the gargoyles
  • shabnam s.heart icon on user image
    shabnam sinaJanuary 5, 2017
    such a nice view to river and has a great classic architecture , when you walk into the church you can feel another sence of being in space .
  • Barb K.heart icon on user image
    Barb KMarch 25, 2019
    a different visit to the “cloches” “bells of Notre Dame. you have to climb around 300 stairs to reach them. it really worth it!! the view is unique
  • Semira K.heart icon on user image
    Semira KJune 27, 2016
    It is free to visit inside but if u wants to go up u have to pay,since the cathedral has been completed in different years each side of it has a different designs which u shouldn't lose them to visit.
  • Natalie D.
    Natalie DobsonNovember 12, 2018
    Impressive architecture. I recommend Day time Visits to enter the cathedral for beautiful views of the city & worth a look in the evening as the exterior is lit up beautifully.
  • Kalle R.heart icon on user image
    Kalle RJuly 20, 2018
    Don’t be scared of the huge line, it moves fast since it’s free entrance. Gets pretty crowded though, so consider visiting at less busy hours.
  • Karyn  @konorth O.heart icon on user image
    Karyn @konorth OMarch 31, 2017
    Its worth the 10 euro to climb the stairs to the tower.From the top you can see both the Eiffel tower and Sacre Coeur aka as Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Paris as well as see gargoyles up close.
  • Sofia G.heart icon on user image
    Sofia GalegoSeptember 26, 2016
    Gothic cathedral, it is impossible not feel overwhelming by it. Go all the way to the top, and get a nice view of the city.
  • Fatma Bilgen Ç.heart icon on user image
    Fatma Bilgen ÇetinApril 14, 2017
    Amazing city view from towers!You have to wait in a long line of visitors even though you have a "museum pass".Visitor hours ends ~6pm,but I advise you to go there at most ~4pm before queuing ends up.
  • Kris V.heart icon on user image
    Kris VerdeyenNovember 4, 2016
    For picture lovers go there in the late afternoon. The setting sun adds a touch of magic to your pictures. Take also pictures from the surrounding scenery, the bridges and the montparnasse tower...
  • Zack S.heart icon on user image
    Zack SheppardSeptember 30, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Going to the roof is a must at least once in your life. An unbeatable view.
  • Domnule O.heart icon on user image
    Domnule ObzenJune 21, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Charming and definitely one of the most important places to visit in Paris. Go during the afternoon so that you can enjoy a wine and some cheese by the Seine river afterwards.
  • 🌴om Z.
    🌴om ZJuly 15, 2018
    If you’re going to climb the tower, see about reserving your time slot first (could be hours) (can do it first thing in the morning on the jefile.fr app), then tour the cathedral in the meantime.
  • Paul F.heart icon on user image
    Paul FarrellJune 24, 2015
    Allow yourself time here to take it all in. The climb is worth it for the gargoyles and the view and don't be overwhelmed by the queues. Justifies at least two hours of a Paris visit.
  • Karenheart icon on user image
    KarenFebruary 4, 2018
    Definitely take the tour to go from one tower to the next! It's not always available, so try to go on a day when it's open.
  • Lux L.
    Lux LaCroixAugust 24, 2014
    The line moves really fast, don't be afraid. A beautiful church with a long beautiful history. Please respect the requests of no flash, hats or talking. It won't kill you to be a civilized person.
  • Andrew BC 翁 Ô.
    Andrew BC 翁 ÔNGJune 13, 2016
    Look out for the brass star in front of the cathedral, that's the exactly the centre point of Paris
  • Richard Y.heart icon on user image
    Richard Y.April 19, 2019
    Been here 100+ times
    Following the devastating fire on April 15th 2019, the cathedral is closed. Only 4 organisations are sanctioned to collect donations for its reconstruction https://www.gouvernement.fr/rebatirnotredame
  • Absar S.
    Absar ShahAugust 7, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    One of my favorite spots in town. The bells, when they ring, can make you feel like Quasimodo. Lots of restaurants right next door in the Latin Quarter, and a few quite cafés behind the cathedral.
  • L¡vheart icon on user image
    L¡vAugust 4, 2019
    Even though there were big gates guarding off the Notre dame, seeing it from the bridge and even behind the gates was still beautiful and magical ❤️
  • samansarısı
    samansarısıApril 23, 2013
    it's an wonderful place to visit in paris. you can enjoy both the panaroma of the church and the ambience. there is an amphi where you can sit and watch the church, while drinking your wine ;))
  • Mandy M.
    Mandy MAugust 13, 2015
    I enjoy sitting in front of this magnificent cathedral at night, to watch a night show by the street performers. I think it looks prettier at night time.
  • Corentin C.
    Corentin CombalbertDecember 6, 2018
    So nice ... but so crowded. If you go there visit the church towers and the see the famous gargoyle or admire it form the place in front this is also a very nice view
  • Corentin C.
    Corentin CombalbertDecember 8, 2018
    So nice... but so crowded. If you go here, visit the church towers and then see the famous gargoyle or admire it from the place in front, which is also a very nice view.
  • Anton S.heart icon on user image
    Anton SkrypnykFebruary 1, 2016
    Must see. One of the sights of Paris! But very long line to enter the tower for the view😪
  • Joe S.
    Joe SertichMay 16, 2013
    Get in line at the right door and exit from the left. Admission is free, but free will offerings are accepted. Great gift shop in the back of this magnificent cathedral!
  • Lamiaheart icon on user image
    LamiaJuly 28, 2016
    No queues thank God. But really fantastic and you will need time to see everything.
  • Joey H.heart icon on user image
    Joey HernandezJuly 3, 2017
    line can be long, but worth it to go inside and see history. walk around the whole buulding to see the architecture and technology of the time
  • Kells
    KellsApril 2, 2013
    Free to go in. €2 - €5 to light a candle (optional). Fast moving line. Amazing church. No hats, no food/drink. No *flash* photography. Small gift counter at the end to buy medallions Recommend.
  • Rodrigo L.heart icon on user image
    Rodrigo LealFebruary 7, 2013
    Must do the tour with the ladies from CASA! Learn quite a lot and access to some sections that tourists wouldn't have. It's free and by the entrance you can see what time is the next tour.
  • Fernando T.heart icon on user image
    Fernando T.October 5, 2014
    One of the main sights of Paris. Give yourself time to admire the main sculpted portal and facade. Climb to the towers and roof from the entrance on the North side
  • K M.heart icon on user image
    K MSeptember 3, 2015
    Stunning landmark, marvel at the architecture! Free to enter but donations are appreciated.
  • Muratheart icon on user image
    MuratJune 11, 2016
    So beautiful, cultural and historical. Right in the heart of the city and OldTown. Free entrance, waiting line is always long, but moves fast.
  • Anna T.heart icon on user image
    Anna TrifonidouMay 29, 2016
    Free entrance for the church but if you want to make it to the top the price is 10€pp. The gargoyles worth it plus the view is amazing! :-)
  • Robert A.
    Robert AccetturaJanuary 5, 2015
    It's beautiful and old. Keep in mind just how old it is. This wasn't drawn up in CAD and wasn't built with gas powered machines. Amazing when you think about it.
  • Siobhánheart icon on user image
    SiobhánSeptember 30, 2018
    Be respectful if you go inside but if the line is too long, seeing just the outside is still an amazing experience.
  • Dr.Reham G.
    Dr.Reham GaryFebruary 20, 2015
    My fav cathedrals , when am there I remember ismeralda and hunchback of noterdame💗 don't forget to take a walk beside the river the view is amazing
  • Monica V.heart icon on user image
    Monica VargasJanuary 18, 2016
    Beautiful work of gothic architecture! There is a cool statue od Saint Joan of Arc near one of the exits.
  • MJ.
    MJ.August 27, 2014
    Make sure to view the front and back of the cathedral. The front has a beautiful view and garden. Even has wifi for those that can't live without it.
  • Shawn C.heart icon on user image
    Shawn CallahanApril 17, 2015
    Try to attend an evening performance. It's an amazing setting for live music. We listened to 12 men sing liturgical chants.
  • RAKANheart icon on user image
    RAKANJuly 12, 2023
    Beautiful cathedral ⛪️ worth visiting ✨
  • Anette N.heart icon on user image
    Anette NørgaardApril 23, 2016
    Beautiful scenery. We only took a look outside - didn't bother to go in, but it was a great experience anyway. Cherrytrees blossom at mid-late April ☺
  • Nuno C.heart icon on user image
    Nuno CoelhoJuly 9, 2015
    Very beautiful. Do not be scared by the long line. I waited 5 min to get in and I've started from the very end of the square. Also, it's free!
  • Camila R.
    It has one of the best views in Paris and the climb to the bell tower is totally worth it. There is always a line but it moves quickly and you can see a lot of beautiful things including gargoyles.
  • All-Paris-Apartments.com
    All-Paris-Apartments.comDecember 11, 2012
    Fun Fact! Sitting just outside Notre Dame Cathedral's main entrance you'll find a brass compass star in the ground - all distances from Paris are measured from here.
  • Michael B.heart icon on user image
    Michael BarakatSeptember 21, 2020
    Breathtaking! Yet, I felt so sad not being able to enter it to pray and witness its beauty from the inside. They are working hard on restoring the wooden roof as you can see just outside.
  • Wagner L.heart icon on user image
    Wagner LeiteNovember 19, 2015
    It's amazing place! It has a peace, great purity of spirit! The place is beautiful and magic!
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