About Notre-Dame

Notre-Dame is also known for its stained glass windows, in particular, three rose windows, the smallest of which is almost 29 feet in diameter. The original glass was replaced in the 19th century. Not just a thing of beauty, it was also quite functional. Notre-Dame had 1,240 gargoyles on its exterior walls and rain spouts built right into the architecture. In April of 2019 Notre-Dame experienced a tragic fire that took the famous spire and roof. There is some good news for visitors to Notre-Dame. The copper statues on the exterior, the main structure, the façade, towers, walls, buttresses, and stained glass were all kept intact by firefighters. The organ that has more than 8,000 pipes and 115 stops were also saved. There will once again be music emanating through the open doors in the future.

Notre-Dame celebrated its 850th anniversary in 2013. Many events were organized and the cathedral got eight new bells and a new great bell. An interesting and noteworthy fact is that road distances in Paris are calculated from point 0 in the cathedral's forecourt. 

Notre-Dame de Paris, or Notre-Dame for short, is a Catholic cathedral in Paris. It has been one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture for over 850 years and is a world-renowned symbol of the city. Many of the cathedral’s sculptures were destroyed hundreds of years ago, but Napoleon had the church restored to its original splendor in the latest Neoclassical style and whitewashed in time to hold his coronation as Emperor there. 

Notre-Dame is also known for its stained glass windows, in particular, three rose windows, the smallest of which is almost 29 feet in diameter. The original glass was replaced in the 19th century. Not just a thing of beauty, it was also quite functional. Notre-Dame had 1,240 gargoyles on its exterior walls, rainspouts built right into the architecture. In April of 2019 Notre-Dame experienced a tragic fire that took the famous spire and roof. There is some good news for visitors to Notre-Dame. The copper statues on the exterior, the main structure, the façade, towers, walls, buttresses, and stained glass were all kept intact by firefighters. The organ that has more than 8,000 pipes and 115 stops were also saved. There will once again be music emanating through the open doors in the future.

 

 

Must See

  • Crypte Archéologique (Archaeological Museum)
  • Treasury of Reliquaries
  • Gargoyles
  • The masterpiece in gothic style architecture
  • The exquisite interiors of the cathedral

How to reach

By Train: 

From the RER get down at Saint-Michel - Notre-Dame station. 4 hours 45 minutes, 108.32 Euros

By Bus: 

Take Bus 21 to the Cité-Palais de Justice or Saint-Michel-Saint-Germain stop or take Bus 24 to Petit Pont, Saint-Michel, or Notre-Dame-Quai de Montebello stop. The Batobus stops at the Quai de Montebello, about 100 meters from the cathedral. 

By cab: 

5 hours 44 minutes, 71.62 Euros

 

  

Tips

  •  Choose a morning or evening tour and get priority access to the bell towers                        
  •  Wear comfortable shoes if you plan to go to the top of the bell tower as there is no elevator    
  •  Notre Dame draws a large crowd of tourists and is a pickpocket territory. Be careful and be alert    
  •  Security screening is done as you enter Notre Dame   
  •  Do not bring large bags, it will not be allowed inside 
  •  Get a 35-minute audio tour that is available in eight languages, pick it up as you enter the cathedral
  •  Climb to the top of Notre Dame Cathedral, it is definitely worth it
  •  Visit the towers of Notre Dame on the first Sunday in the offseason, i.e. November to March as there is no charge, and helps you save money
  •  Buy souvenirs that are sold near the cathedral’s exit
  • Experience the calm and serene environment and maintain the decorum of this place
  • The stained glass windows are unique
  •  The time of sunset is absolutely stunning and awe-inspiring. Try and visit during the evenings
  • The place with Jesus's crown of thorns is protected
  • Enjoy the interiors of the church and marvel at the exquisite artwork 
  • Take a guided tour for a better experience
  • You can view the beautiful architecture of the cathedral. Take your camera with you without fail
  • Experience the calm and serene environment. Maintain the decorum of this place
  • The glass windows are unique
  •  The sunset is absolutely stunning and awe-inspiring. Go during the evenings
  • You must explore the historical significance of the place
  • The place with Jesus's crown of thorns is protected
  • The interiors of the church have lots of artwork. Do not miss them 

Visit Time

 

 Sunday:              8:00 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.

Monday:             8:00 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Tuesday:             8:00 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Wednesday:        8:00 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Thursday:            8:00 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Friday:                 8:00 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Saturday:             8:00 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.

Time Icon

Waiting Time

You may have to wait for 5 to 10 mins in the queue

 

Entrance Fee Icon

Entrance Fee

Yes

Admission:               Free 

 Entry to the tower:   8.50 Euros

Entry to the crypt:     6 Euros

Access to both is included in the price of the Paris Pass

Read more

 

Time you can spend Icon

Time you can spend

1 hour to 2 hours

 

Weather Icon

Weather

Broken Clouds 6.9°C

 

Local Services in Paris (Contact directly)

Discussion

No threads yet!

Be the first one to start a thread.

More Information about Notre-Dame

Top Attractions in Paris

Top Cities in France