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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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    The architecture at Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris is a can't miss
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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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  • 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 2 weeks ago
  • 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!
  • 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
  • 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 .
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
    Upvoted Apr 24
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Olcay Dogukan A.heart icon on user image
    Olcay Dogukan AydınOctober 7, 2017
    I have seen many cathedrals in Europe and Notre Dame is not in my top 5 list. It is going to be an insult if you compare it with Kölner Dome, Duomo of Milano, Duomo of Firenze or York Minster!!
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 ;))
  • 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
  • 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...
  • 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😪
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 🌴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.
  • 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.
  • 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!
  • 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.
  • Vanina Inner B.heart icon on user image
    Vanina Inner BeautyOctober 22, 2018
    I like it as it is. At around 20:00 on Sat and Sunday’s there is a Lights Show outside of this Cathedral. It is only French spoken but it is worth to be seen.
  • 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.
  • Lamiaheart icon on user image
    LamiaJuly 28, 2016
    No queues thank God. But really fantastic and you will need time to see everything.
  • 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 ❤️
  • Holly R.heart icon on user image
    Holly RingleJuly 2, 2013
    Walk all the way around the beautiful "Our Lady of Paris". Be sure to visit Gardens too, and head to Rue de St Louis on Ile de St Louis afterward for lovely boutiques and Berthillon ice cream.
  • Benjamin B.heart icon on user image
    Benjamin BenApril 30, 2013
    Widely considered one of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture and among the largest and most well-known churches in the world.
  • 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 ☺
  • RAKANheart icon on user image
    RAKANJuly 12, 2023
    Beautiful cathedral ⛪️ worth visiting ✨
  • Maríaheart icon on user image
    MaríaMarch 4, 2017
    C'est magnifique! Fantastic cathedral and incredibles view from upstairs!
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • K M.heart icon on user image
    K MSeptember 3, 2015
    Stunning landmark, marvel at the architecture! Free to enter but donations are appreciated.
  • 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.
  • Rewan P.heart icon on user image
    Rewan PartiDecember 18, 2015
    View all the stain glass work and then visit the top to see all of Paris! It's an architectural marvel from the past!
  • 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
  • Nikos B.
    Nikos BSeptember 7, 2014
    Climb up to the bell towers using the left entry to meet the Gargoyles and get one of the best views of Paris!
  • 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! :-)
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Lina B.
    Lina BellFebruary 5, 2017
    Beautiful view of Paris and the Seine river if you climb to the top especially near sunset.
  • 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!
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