Don’t get scammed in Paris! Notre-Dame is free to enter.

Don’t get scammed in Paris: Notre-Dame is free to enter. In this short video we remind you that you don’t need to pay anyone just to walk into the cathedral, and we share what is actually worth paying for if you want to get more out of your visit.

Getting in is the easy part

Entry to Notre-Dame is free, so be wary of anyone trying to sell you a ticket just to get through the door. Getting in is the easy part. Knowing what you are looking at once you are inside is a whole different story.

Our tips for your visit

• Don’t pay for basic entry: it is free.
• If you want the stories and details behind what you see, a guided tour is the way to go.
• Book your tour through a link you trust rather than from someone approaching you outside.

Book a guided visit

If you want someone to explain the cathedral as you go, you can book our recommended Notre-Dame tour here. For more ideas on what to see and do in the city, our Paris Guide Bundle brings together all our best recommendations.