Guided tour of the Ile de la Cité and the Sainte Chapelle

Our guide will take you right into the medieval world of Paris by visiting two outstanding sites of medieval architecture. You will discover the magnificent Sainte Chapelle and explore the charming Ile de la Cité where Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral is located.

You will come to our Paris City Vision agency located few minutes away from the Notre-Dame cathedral where you will meet our guide. You will start the tour on the Ile de la Cité, considered as the historical heart of Paris, where you will see the flower market, the Palais de Justice and the Conciergerie where Marie-Antoinette was imprisoned before her execution. You will walk through its picturesque and medieval streets where a special atmosphere prevails, while listening to our guide telling you anecdotes and stories about the site. You will walk by Notre-Dame de Paris, closed during its reconstruction, and discover with our guide the history and secrets of this iconic monument of Paris.

Sainte Chapelle stained glass window

You will then head with our guide to the Sainte Chapelle for a guided tour of about an hour. This Gothic chapel was commissioned to be built by Saint Louis in order to house Christ’s Crown of Thorns. You can also see exceptional stained glass windows, which depict scenes from both the Old and New Testament. Their colors and minute detail are sure to amaze you. The Sainte Chapelle is one of the most beautiful examples of Gothic architecture in the world.The excursion ends after your visit to Sainte Chapelle. You may then continue to discover Ile de la Cité on your own.