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Towers of Notre-Dame Cathedral

Rue du Cloitre Notre-Dame, 75004 Paris, France
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Ranked #21 of 564 attractions in Paris
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Type: Churches/ Cathedrals, Historic Sites, Architectural Buildings
Owner description: A visit of the Towers of Notre Dame de Paris, built from 1160 in the Flamboyant Gothic style, gives visitors a close-up view of the Cathedral's flying... more » Owner description: A visit of the Towers of Notre Dame de Paris, built from 1160 in the Flamboyant Gothic style, gives visitors a close-up view of the Cathedral's flying buttresses, spires and roofs. Gargoyles and chimeras adorn the outer gallery of the North Tower with its ribbed vaulting and spiral staircase, while the South Tower houses the belfry and Emmanuel, the great bourdon bell. The upper gallery provides magnificent views of Paris, the Seine and the succession of bridges across the river. Designated world heritage site by UNESCO.Open:> 1st April to 30th September: from 10 a.m. to 6.30 p.m.> From July to August on Saturday and Sunday: until 11 p.m. (evenings).> 1st October to 31st March: from 10 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. Last admission 45 minutes before closing time.Closed:> 1st January, 1st May and 25th December.Admission fees: Adults : 8,5€; Concessions (18 to 25) = 5,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups « less
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW via mobile

We went there quit late becouse of rain :( queue was very very long , maybe 300 people , I swear !! But it was worth it to wait in the rain . There is also a sign " no pictures " but everyone was with camera :) to avoid the queue better to go in the morning before 10... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

We went there an hour before it opened at 10 a.m. There were three people in line already. Prepare to wait for longer otherwise. The climb was effortless compared to the one at Sacre Coeur because you have a chance to rest at the ticket level and then at the bottom of the towers. What you will be awarded for... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

Above all other attractions and incredible sights this is my favorite in Paris. A must see. Go early to avoid the crowds. Architecture is quite incredible.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

After visiting the inside of the cathedral, i had to come back the next day to climb the towers. The stairs were long and narrow, just like I imagined but when we reached the top, we were a little dissapointed, we thought there's more to see. The view is superb, but after being on top of the Eiffel tower, nothing... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

I visitied Notre Dame last month and also joined a free walking tour onsite. Coincidentally, Notre-Dame is celebrating its 850 years anniversary this year and it was quite crowded even at 3pm. The Cathedral is really quite awesome and the details of the carvings and metal works on the cathedral are really quite out of the world. I joined a... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

I had been to Paris 3 times, in and out of Notre Dame and St. Chapelle before taking the time to wait in line to climb to the top of the towers. It's time-consuming but well worth the wait. Wonderful clear shots of the city in panorama.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

It is hard to come up with the appropriate words for this place- spectacular, breathtaking, amazing all come to mind but don't really do the place justice. Crowds are heavy, but well worth the time.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

I was in Paris twice and each time visited Notre-Dame. It is especially exciting to walk by it's corners, imaging the actions, described by Victor Hugo.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

Its doesn't take long time in the queque. I visited it twice, once was 800 hundres anniversay of somethings, looks cool. It s nice to have a coffee in the café accross the bridge, the vue is great! But the waiters there are asxholes.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013 via mobile

Well worth the 1 Hour wait. First stop in the shop where you can buy the tickets. Then to the balcony, where you'll have sufficient time to get all impressions. Then up to the south tower for a panoramic view. Long climb of 422 steps.

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