Walking tour of Notre-Dame and Île de la Cité

Stroll along some of the first streets of Paris on a walking tour of the Île de la Cité, and learn the history of France and its capital at some of the most iconic monuments and bridges.

Meet your guide at the romantic Pont Neuf and cross to one of the two main islands in the city center. Hear how the Ile de la Cité became the hub of French royals and ecclesiastical power. See where Marie Antoinette was imprisoned in the building that served as a royal palace in the 14th century. Continue to Sainte Chapelle, before heading to the most-visited site in Europe: the legendary Notre-Dame de Paris. Admire its gruesome gargoyles and asymmetrical design. Learn the history of the building, before heading inside to see the beautiful stained glass windows.
Finally, cross the St. Louis Bridge and stroll down the streets of the Ile Saint Louis. Look at its famous restaurants and boutiques. Your guide will tell you the best places to eat and sample delicious traditional French food.