Notre-Dame to Panthéon Tour with Panthéon Ticket
Highlights
- Enjoy entry to the Panthéon and explore its grand dome and crypt, where figures like Voltaire, Rousseau, Victor Hugo, and Marie Curie are laid to rest.
- Walk through the Latin Quarter with an expert guide, uncovering stories of medieval scholars, writers, and revolutionaries who shaped Paris.
- Pause on a Seine bridge for sweeping views of the Île de la Cité and hear how it became a symbol of Parisian love.
- Discover the history and symbolism of Notre Dame Cathedral’s façade, flying buttresses, and gargoyles during an in-depth exterior tour.
- Did you know? The Panthéon was originally built as a church dedicated to Saint Geneviève. During the French Revolution, it was transformed into a secular mausoleum to honor France’s greatest minds.
Explore Paris's historic Latin Quarter with a guide, visiting the Panthéon and Notre Dame over 2.5 to 3 hours.
Your experience
Getting started
Your tour begins at the meeting point, 1 Quai de l’Archevêché. Plan to be there 15 minutes early for ticket checks and a quick orientation before heading into the Panthéon.
What to expect
Panthéon
The Panthéon, a neoclassical building in the Latin Quarter, serves as a national mausoleum. Erected in the 18th century as a church, it now pays tribute to influential French figures. Below the main floor lies a crypt with underground passages where notable individuals like Voltaire, Rousseau, Victor Hugo, and Marie Curie are interred.
Features
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The Crypt: Explore the burial sites of Voltaire, Rousseau, Victor Hugo, and Marie Curie, whose contributions shaped literature, philosophy, and science.
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The Dome: Gaze upward at the vast interior and appreciate the grandeur and symmetry of this neoclassical structure.
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Latin Quarter Walk: Stroll with your guide through one of Paris's oldest neighborhoods, famous for its scholarly heritage and vibrant atmosphere.
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Notre Dame Cathedral (Exterior): Finish at the cathedral square, where your guide discusses the Gothic architecture, flying buttresses, and the current restoration efforts.