Visit the Churches of Paris
1 day
About this activity
The tour will begin at 8:30 a.m. At the Place de la Bourse in front of café Vaudeville. From there the guests will move by metro or bus to the churches:
Morning:
• Notre-Dame Cathedral
Notre-Dame de Paris is probably the most famous church in Paris. It was built between 1165 and 1330 and it can accommodate 9000 people. This masterpiece of Gothic architecture was brought to fame when author Victor Hugo published “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” in 1831, leading to its restoration. Now it is a must-see of Paris.
• Saint Sulpice (Da Vinci Code)
Built in the 17th century, with foundations from the 12th century, Saint Sulpice is one of the biggest churches of Paris. During the 18th century, the parish priest ordered an astronomer to build a gnomon to determine Easter thanks to the equinoxes. The dial is a marble column that marks the hour thanks to the shadow it casts on the floor. This feature was used by author Dan Brown in his best-seller novel “The DaVinci Code”.
• Saint Vincent de Paul
Finished in 1827, and listed as a Historic Monument in 1994, this church of Lazarists holds the relics of St Vincent de Paul. His heart is now in the adjacent Chapel of the Daughters of Charity at the Shrine of the Miraculous Medal.
• The Miraculous Medal (includes Mass)
It was here where, in 1830, the apparitions of the Virgin to Sister Catherine Labouré happened. Now, two million pilgrims visit the chapel every year, making it the second pilgrimage in France after Lourdes. It was built in 1815 and originally dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Afternoon:
• The Madeleine Church
Its appearance is atypical of that of a religious building, in the form of a Greek temple without any crosses or bell-towers. Napoleon wanted it to be a pantheon in honor of his armies, however, after his fall it was turned into a church, dedicated to St Mary Magdalene. There are free concerts all year-round.
• The Sacré-CœurBasilica (Artist Square)
Built between 1873 and 1919, the Sacred Heart Basilica of Montmartre is one of the best known and the second most visited Paris monument (after Notre Dame Cathedral). The Sacré-Coeur is a holy place and a place of devotion to the Holy Virgin. Close by you can find the famous artist square, where modern-day artists create and sell their work. This place was also inspiring to artists such as Van Gogh, Picasso, Pissarro, and Modigliani. The tour ends here around 4:30 p.m.
The Tour includes 1-day Metro/Bus ticket for unlimited trips.
Food and additional expenses such as tips are not included.
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Morning:
• Notre-Dame Cathedral
Notre-Dame de Paris is probably the most famous church in Paris. It was built between 1165 and 1330 and it can accommodate 9000 people. This masterpiece of Gothic architecture was brought to fame when author Victor Hugo published “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” in 1831, leading to its restoration. Now it is a must-see of Paris.
• Saint Sulpice (Da Vinci Code)
Built in the 17th century, with foundations from the 12th century, Saint Sulpice is one of the biggest churches of Paris. During the 18th century, the parish priest ordered an astronomer to build a gnomon to determine Easter thanks to the equinoxes. The dial is a marble column that marks the hour thanks to the shadow it casts on the floor. This feature was used by author Dan Brown in his best-seller novel “The DaVinci Code”.
• Saint Vincent de Paul
Finished in 1827, and listed as a Historic Monument in 1994, this church of Lazarists holds the relics of St Vincent de Paul. His heart is now in the adjacent Chapel of the Daughters of Charity at the Shrine of the Miraculous Medal.
• The Miraculous Medal (includes Mass)
It was here where, in 1830, the apparitions of the Virgin to Sister Catherine Labouré happened. Now, two million pilgrims visit the chapel every year, making it the second pilgrimage in France after Lourdes. It was built in 1815 and originally dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Afternoon:
• The Madeleine Church
Its appearance is atypical of that of a religious building, in the form of a Greek temple without any crosses or bell-towers. Napoleon wanted it to be a pantheon in honor of his armies, however, after his fall it was turned into a church, dedicated to St Mary Magdalene. There are free concerts all year-round.
• The Sacré-CœurBasilica (Artist Square)
Built between 1873 and 1919, the Sacred Heart Basilica of Montmartre is one of the best known and the second most visited Paris monument (after Notre Dame Cathedral). The Sacré-Coeur is a holy place and a place of devotion to the Holy Virgin. Close by you can find the famous artist square, where modern-day artists create and sell their work. This place was also inspiring to artists such as Van Gogh, Picasso, Pissarro, and Modigliani. The tour ends here around 4:30 p.m.
The Tour includes 1-day Metro/Bus ticket for unlimited trips.
Food and additional expenses such as tips are not included.
Included
- Professional guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Not wheelchair accessible
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
80%
Original
30%
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