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Sightseeing in Paris, France... Notre Dame de la Paix in French is Our Lady of Peace... It's a famous Cathedral with many stained glass windows, statues, and artwork such as murals and paintings. We parked our rental car a few blocks away. There was a line to get in. It zigzagged like a line for a Disneyland ride! We didn't have tickets, but we didn't need any. The line moved relatively quickly. Inside, mass was being celebrated. It felt disrespectful to walk around the perimeter while mass was going on, but we just made our way through as quietly as we could. It was really overwhelming and quite crowded. I'm glad that we visited this piece of history!
1 of 2 Yelp reviews. Quality/Quantity - Another must visit. Amazingly long line, but it moved fast. I was impressed by how fast it moved. Once you get into the "ropes," it was organized. But prior to getting in the roped line, it was a free for all trying to get into the line. Someone should be standing there instructing. Anyway, another beautiful church. Sorry about your 2019 fire, but the remodel is coming along well. I think the inside is pretty much done. Ambiance - Again, I am sure my pictures did not do this place justice. So also check out their website. Service - Self service. Price - Free, thank you. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success. If you are following, I am sure you are seeing a BIG difference with my reviews. I just can not keep up with the reviews during my travels. So reviews are getting shorter and shorter.
THE GOOD ---------------- + Beautiful and historical architecture inside and out! Stained glass, sculptures, art, you name it. + Free to go inside. Who doesn't like that? THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- - Yes, it will get crowded inside, but, if you're an avid traveler you shouldn't expect anything different. MIXED THOUGHTS --------------------------- = Nada. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS ------------------------------------- = Probably takes about 40-60 minutes to observe and just leisurely walk around the entire church - as long as you don't inspect every single statue and piece of artwork. = Buy a ticket ahead of time online! You can skip the longggg line and go right in!
Gorgeous place and they are just about finished with the repairs from the fire damage. During this trip we got to bring our dog so I got some photos of him out front. Such an iconic place for Paris and always worth a visit. Tickets are free but must be pre booked. Very lovely place.
One of the most famous Catholic Churches in the world, Notre Dame is a popular tourist attraction. After the fire of several years ago, it has been rebuilt and is still being worked on. Normally to visit you should go online beginning 3 days before your visit to get a free timed pass but during my visit earlier a few days ago that had been temporarily suspended. It didn't matter because the walk up line moved very quickly and I was inside in less than 10 minutes. The self guided tour moves around the entire interior with the only requirement of silence. The stained glass is beautiful and there are many statues and paintings being shown. Once inside it takes about 30 minutes to make it around. You can take longer as you are not rushed. There is also a gift shop inside at the rear of the Church. Mass goers are allowed to skip the line to attend services when they are held. There is a separate entrance for them as this is a working church with its own congregation. I believe Mass is performed 3 times daily with a separate schedule on Sundays. Also of a historical note, the island that the church is on is where Paris originally began many centuries ago. A Metro stop is on the island about 100 yards from the Church.
A beautiful cathedral that has been renovated since the fire. Although the outside is still being worked on, you can enter the inside. It is free, but that's if you want to get into the long weaving line to walk through inside. Just standing outside and hearing the bells was enough for me.
I came here back in 2015 before the infamous church fire so I wanted to visit again while I was in Paris. I'm not sure if it was because it was Sunday or lingering holiday crowds but there was a long queue winding up and down in front of the building. (This was the "no reservation" line I believe). Very crowded for sure. You pretty much shuffle your way from the left side to the back and up the other side and leave. The crowds made it hard for me to enjoy. No fee for entry into the church but I think there's one if you want to go to the upper levels. Also gifting area with items for purchase by the exit.
It had been nearly 20 years since my last visit. The restoration after the fire is phenomenal. You can reserve tickets online 1-2 days ahead, not more. They are free. But I discovered on a Monday at 8am there's no line at all. I walked right in and almost had the place to myself. Even before the fire, centuries of soot and pollution had darkened the walls, art and glass. The restoration is stunning. Almost white stone everywhere. Bright stained glass windows. Artwork whose colors now pop. I leisurely took an hour to wander in and out of all the alcoves and enjoy all the pieces. I was even treated to a brief hymn from the nuns finishing morning mass. There are some great YouTube documentaries on the restoration. One really dives into several specific pieces that you will see, and how many artisans works all those years to repair and recreate pieces to make this cathedral even more beautiful than before.
When planning our trip to Paris, we wanted to see the Notre Dame, as it is an iconic part of the French history. Entrance is free, however they have a ticketing system online that opens up a few days prior at midnight so we were unable to book it ahead of time, unlike other attractions. We were already traveling and when we attempted to get the tickets, they were already sold out. Be vigilant. We still wanted to see the Notre Dame in person so we still came by during our visit. We took the M1 to Hotel de Ville and walked about 10 minutes over. The French gothic architecture is stunning. The intricacies of the exterior wall was a true piece of craft. I think you can still wait for the free entrance but the line was incredibly long. There were also folks sitting around at the nearby public area eating lunch and enjoying the view.
since the fire in 2019, it has reopened in 2024, but you do need reservations to get in to tour the cathedral. The doors on the outside of the cathedral are over 1200 years old. It's just remarkable it's a must to see if you're coming to Paris.
This was a surprise visit, because it is open again for visitors after the fire. 4-5 years 900 million euros. 250 companies for every imaginable repair and they are still at it. It now includes a fire suppression system , only one in a Cathedral anywhere, that will probably never be used. If it could be restored or polished , it was. Huge line, hundreds , like a giant snake , many cheaters turned away , but it went smoothly and was a couple thousand people in and out. When we came out, it was just as long.
It's beautiful and so happy for it to be reopened! While there continues to have constructions surrounding the Notre Dame cathedral, the front entrance has been fully restored. It's such a magnificent landmark... and people around the world come to see it. I'm not religious but still enjoyed the beauty. Go early. The line gets insane after 10:30am... and gets super crowded.
For someone who is not a Christian I love going to old churches. And what better than the Grande Dame ( sorry Duomo) There is something magical every time I visit Notre Dame I was heartbroken when she was ravaged by a fire caused by human error A praise the Lord the Cathedral is now open..... better YET..... the roof tour is open again!!!!! If you do one thing Take the roof tour!!!!! The ancient Gargoyles, Chimera, the views are all stunning....Pure Magic
The last time we were in Paris, the fire that burned the roof of Notre Dame had just occurred. We were able to see the outside but could not enter. Seven years later, we returned to Paris and Notre Dame was on our tour. Our tour group had reservations for a specific time, and we got in as soon as we arrived. The cathedral is beautiful - I hope the few pictures I posted did it justice. Interestingly, we were still able to smell some of the smoke from the fire. I imagine it permeated some of the tapestries and furniture and will take years to go away completely. The smell of smoke added to the overall experience. This is a must see for anyone visiting Paris. read more
You can make timed entry reservations that are FREE, a few days before your visit. Or you can just show up and wait in the queue which moves pretty quickly. Considering they just finished restoring this beautiful landmark from a fire back in 2019, they shouldn't leave so many burning candles around for tourists to light up. I get that it's a religious ritual but there were a LOT (100's) of candles burning everywhere inside. Don't forget to see the metal plaque in front that marks the center of Paris. read more
Beautiful as imagined . I'm glad to see the restoration after the devastating fire (2019) has been almost completed. We attended mass on Sunday morning too. Definitely and absolutely (I'm not saying this steer you away) you want to come at least an hour before opening or just before closing (around 7). The line is tremendous as you can imagine . Take some time in the square beforehand taking pictures too. Best lighting of Notre Dame is in the evening If you are handicapped just go straight to guard gate. Just a heads up. I went far left past line to them. There's retractable gate area read more
Sightseeing in Paris, France... Notre Dame de la Paix in French is Our Lady of Peace... It's a famous Cathedral with many stained glass windows, statues, and artwork such as murals and paintings. We parked our rental car a few blocks away. There was a line to get in. It zigzagged like a line for a Disneyland ride! We didn't have tickets, but we didn't need any. The line moved relatively quickly. Inside, mass was being celebrated. It felt disrespectful to walk around the perimeter while mass was going on, but we just made our way through as quietly as we could. It was really overwhelming and quite crowded. I'm glad that we visited this piece of history! read more
1 of 2 Yelp reviews. Quality/Quantity - Another must visit. Amazingly long line, but it moved fast. I was impressed by how fast it moved. Once you get into the "ropes," it was organized. But prior to getting in the roped line, it was a free for all trying to get into the line. Someone should be standing there instructing. Anyway, another beautiful church. Sorry about your 2019 fire, but the remodel is coming along well. I think the inside is pretty much done. Ambiance - Again, I am sure my pictures did not do this place justice. So also check out their website. Service - Self service. Price - Free, thank you. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success. If you are following, I am sure you are seeing a BIG difference with my reviews. I just can not keep up with the reviews during my travels. So reviews are getting shorter and shorter. read more
THE GOOD ---------------- + Beautiful and historical architecture inside and out! Stained glass, sculptures, art, you name it. + Free to go inside. Who doesn't like that? THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- - Yes, it will get crowded inside, but, if you're an avid traveler you shouldn't expect anything different. MIXED THOUGHTS --------------------------- = Nada. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS ------------------------------------- = Probably takes about 40-60 minutes to observe and just leisurely walk around the entire church - as long as you don't inspect every single statue and piece of artwork. = Buy a ticket ahead of time online! You can skip the longggg line and go right in! read more
Gorgeous place and they are just about finished with the repairs from the fire damage. During this trip we got to bring our dog so I got some photos of him out front. Such an iconic place for Paris and always worth a visit. Tickets are free but must be pre booked. Very lovely place. read more
One of the most famous Catholic Churches in the world, Notre Dame is a popular tourist attraction. After the fire of several years ago, it has been rebuilt and is still being worked on. Normally to visit you should go online beginning 3 days before your visit to get a free timed pass but during my visit earlier a few days ago that had been temporarily suspended. It didn't matter because the walk up line moved very quickly and I was inside in less than 10 minutes. The self guided tour moves around the entire interior with the only requirement of silence. The stained glass is beautiful and there are many statues and paintings being shown. Once inside it takes about 30 minutes to make it around. You can take longer as you are not rushed. There is also a gift shop inside at the rear of the Church. Mass goers are allowed to skip the line to attend services when they are held. There is a separate entrance for them as this is a working church with its own congregation. I believe Mass is performed 3 times daily with a separate schedule on Sundays. Also of a historical note, the island that the church is on is where Paris originally began many centuries ago. A Metro stop is on the island about 100 yards from the Church. read more
5 months ago
A beautiful cathedral that has been renovated since the fire. Although the outside is still being worked on, you can enter the inside. It is free, but that's if you want to get into the long weaving line to walk through inside. Just standing outside and hearing the bells was enough for me. read more
I came here back in 2015 before the infamous church fire so I wanted to visit again while I was in Paris. I'm not sure if it was because it was Sunday or lingering holiday crowds but there was a long queue winding up and down in front of the building. (This was the "no reservation" line I believe). Very crowded for sure. You pretty much shuffle your way from the left side to the back and up the other side and leave. The crowds made it hard for me to enjoy. No fee for entry into the church but I think there's one if you want to go to the upper levels. Also gifting area with items for purchase by the exit. read more
It had been nearly 20 years since my last visit. The restoration after the fire is phenomenal. You can reserve tickets online 1-2 days ahead, not more. They are free. But I discovered on a Monday at 8am there's no line at all. I walked right in and almost had the place to myself. Even before the fire, centuries of soot and pollution had darkened the walls, art and glass. The restoration is stunning. Almost white stone everywhere. Bright stained glass windows. Artwork whose colors now pop. I leisurely took an hour to wander in and out of all the alcoves and enjoy all the pieces. I was even treated to a brief hymn from the nuns finishing morning mass. There are some great YouTube documentaries on the restoration. One really dives into several specific pieces that you will see, and how many artisans works all those years to repair and recreate pieces to make this cathedral even more beautiful than before. read more
When planning our trip to Paris, we wanted to see the Notre Dame, as it is an iconic part of the French history. Entrance is free, however they have a ticketing system online that opens up a few days prior at midnight so we were unable to book it ahead of time, unlike other attractions. We were already traveling and when we attempted to get the tickets, they were already sold out. Be vigilant. We still wanted to see the Notre Dame in person so we still came by during our visit. We took the M1 to Hotel de Ville and walked about 10 minutes over. The French gothic architecture is stunning. The intricacies of the exterior wall was a true piece of craft. I think you can still wait for the free entrance but the line was incredibly long. There were also folks sitting around at the nearby public area eating lunch and enjoying the view. read more
since the fire in 2019, it has reopened in 2024, but you do need reservations to get in to tour the cathedral. The doors on the outside of the cathedral are over 1200 years old. It's just remarkable it's a must to see if you're coming to Paris. read more
1 year ago
This was a surprise visit, because it is open again for visitors after the fire. 4-5 years 900 million euros. 250 companies for every imaginable repair and they are still at it. It now includes a fire suppression system , only one in a Cathedral anywhere, that will probably never be used. If it could be restored or polished , it was. Huge line, hundreds , like a giant snake , many cheaters turned away , but it went smoothly and was a couple thousand people in and out. When we came out, it was just as long. read more
It's beautiful and so happy for it to be reopened! While there continues to have constructions surrounding the Notre Dame cathedral, the front entrance has been fully restored. It's such a magnificent landmark... and people around the world come to see it. I'm not religious but still enjoyed the beauty. Go early. The line gets insane after 10:30am... and gets super crowded. read more
For someone who is not a Christian I love going to old churches. And what better than the Grande Dame ( sorry Duomo) There is something magical every time I visit Notre Dame I was heartbroken when she was ravaged by a fire caused by human error A praise the Lord the Cathedral is now open..... better YET..... the roof tour is open again!!!!! If you do one thing Take the roof tour!!!!! The ancient Gargoyles, Chimera, the views are all stunning....Pure Magic read more
1 year ago
A must-see place to visit is the Notre Dame and now it is open! When I went here a few years ago they were still not open because of the fire. Now they are still repairing it but you can go inside. The line to get in was quite long about a 30-minute wait in the hot sun, during the summer time. But it was well worth it! We all enjoyed it and the remodeling that must have been done looks great! Oh yeah and this place is also free you don't need any tickets to come in! You just need to wait in line and taking photos is allowed. read more
I only had one afternoon in Paris and took the train to see this cathedral, just breath taking. It's more massive than I'd imagined. The repairs since the fire are nearly complete, perhaps another year or two. Scaffolding is still in place along the sides, but the anterior is pristine and folks can go inside. The line to enter was too long, hundreds of people filing along, so we just walked around the outside, took a walk along the Seine to view the cathedral from all sides. read more
I went many years ago and was going through my pictures and I didn't have a smart phone and don't know where my other pics are but man this was a great experience To see and experience one of the most sacred catholic sites and its iconic When it was burning down years ago it was so horrible Glad it's back and going A must see of a site read more
This reminded me of something out of Beauty & the Beast- the chandeliers, the beautiful stained glass windows, and the gargoyles. They were still doing some exterior work when we came, but I couldn't even tell a difference between what was new and what had been damaged in the fire. A must see in Paris! 2025 #66 read more
Notre Dame is a must visit when you're in Paris. The line was very long, but it moved very quickly. There were lots of people inside but plenty of places to sit no issues viewing all the views highly recommend. read more
Very nice cathedral. We came here as my wife wanted to see the famous Notre Dame Cathedral. And she was not disappointed. However, remember it's being fixed since the fire of 2019. The inside is very pretty with all the marble and stained glass. A lot of religious artifacts and statues. read more
Notre Dame de la Paix is French meaning Our Lady of Peace. This cathedral is among the oldest in the world, when construction began during Louis VII, the year was 1163. Since the 2019 fire and over $900 million in renovations, the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris reopened on December 2024. Despite my frequent trips to Paris and visits the Notre Dame seemed to always be closed until this time, was my first time inside and it was all magnificent. The famous stained glass 'rose windows' designed/shaped like rose petals, the gargoyles outside, the arched ceilings, the glorious musical from the grand organ, the scent of aromatic burning candles, the choir singing in the background ...All was very emotionally moving and a healing experience. Am blessed and grateful for the incredible invitation and to experience the reopening of this magnificent Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, it was an event attended by over 170 bishops, many notable persons worldwide, and more importantly, many visitors of All different faiths are all cordially welcome... by Our Lady of Peace; Cathedral Notre Dame de La Paix. Amazingly Magnificent. Recommend read more
1 year ago
Breathtaking! I have no other words that adequately depict the beauty of Notre Dame. We were devastated about the fire and whether full restoration was possible. If there was any evidence of the fire, I certainly couldn't tell. Tons of construction going on around the cathedral within a couple of blocks. We showed up with no tickets,so immediately got in a seemingly endless line. I was astounded that we were only in line for about 20 minutes. Before I knew it I was walking into Notre Dame. First time there and would go back 100 times again. Visiting in person vastly exceeded all my expectations. read more
Definitely worth a visit. Ticket reservation can be found on their website. They release tickets a couple days in advance. From my experience, they got swooped up very quickly and I reserved at midnight their time. When I got there, there was quite a long line for admissions without a ticket. For those with time slot tickets, it was basically a walk in. read more
2 years ago
Unbelievable! Reopened in December after an almost 5 year reconstruction after a massive fire Notre Dame is a true gem. We tried to reserve tickets using the app to no avail so we went early in the morning to be the first in line and the wait was not too long. We were fortunate to have a mass being said while we were there so we got to listen to beautiful music as we walked around the cathedral. As you face the Cathedral from outside, go along the left exterior side there's a huge display on scaffolding about the whole restoration process. It was a fascinating read with tons of information. read more
6 months ago
Notre-Dame reopened its doors in 2024, just five years after a 2019 fire, and little has changed since the 12th century. Famed for its gothic architecture the exterior remains more impressive than inside, but accessed at no charge from the queue it is still worth a half hour to explore. read more
1 year ago
Such an iconic spot. It's a wait but you can make a reservation on a non-holiday day in advance to avoid the wait. It's free to enter but donations are accepted. A must-visit! read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
Notre Dame al la Paix is a well known "go to" must see when visiting Paris. Especially, since not too long ago a fire that hit the very old church damaged it significantly. Millions of dollars and countless donations from all over the world later, the church has been slowly restored. Its been on my bucket list for ages, and Im glad we visited on Sunday for Mass no less! How special is that! Entering with ADA permission and letter in hand was a breeze. Inside Mass was in session and a packed house! The pictures speak for themselves. A must visit for me! 10/10 read more
2 years ago
Five and a half years ago, Notre-Dame was set ablaze. This December 7, 2024, it was officially inaugurated after arduous months of work and reconstruction by a remarkable team of artisans. It was a titanic project which took place in the heart of Paris, and above all which managed to meet the deadlines. Today I went to the mess to celebrate the Three Kings Day, also known as Epiphany, is more than just a celebration akin to Christmas. In fact, for people all over the world, it signifies the culmination of the entire Christmas season. Three Kings Day commemorates the visit of the three wise men--the Magi--to Jesus on January 6. As the story recounts, the Magi followed a new star that led them to the Christ child in Bethlehem. At its core, this holiday is about faith, hope, and generosity. Bravo Paris for such an impressive service and such a beautiful mess! read more
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