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Notre Dame Cathedral

6 place du Parvis Notre-Dame | Ile de la Cité, 75004 Paris, France
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As featured in 3 days in Paris
Ranked #7 of 533 attractions in Paris
4.5 of 5 stars 3177 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites, Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites, Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Churches/ Cathedrals
Owner description: This famous cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture on which construction began in the 12th century, stands on the Île de la Cité and is the...... more » Owner description: This famous cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture on which construction began in the 12th century, stands on the Île de la Cité and is the symbolic heart of the city. « less
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Glendale, California, United States
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

History and Fiction are combined in this Amazing Cathedral , once you're in you can't leave, something spooky and Divine nails you and orders you to stay !! More

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Los Angeles, California
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

I am not a Christian myself, but the Notre Dame is a gorgeous religious experience. Free admission helps to gather the masses in a line almost as long as the circumference of the church itself, but it's worth it just to see the magnificent gothic architecture and beautifully crafted stained glass windows that on a sunny day can make one... More

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Peterborough, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Would have loved to gone up the Notre Dame Tower But queues where toooo Long. The Cathedral truly takes your breath away More

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Battle Creek, Michigan
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Its not as big as I thought it would be but the inside is breath taking I got some good pictures without the flash but would of liked more time to go up to the towers More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW
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Norte Dame is amazing! Even more amazing is the view from it's towers. When looking out from the towers you can see so much of this wonderful city. More

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10 reviews 10 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Nice area for visitors to sit and take in the beauty, history and architecture of the main sanctuary. More

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NL, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW
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Magnificent cathedral. A must see if you're in Paris due to the history and superb architecture of the building - incredible!! More

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Los Angeles, California
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

I went on Thursday and first lined up to climb up the tower. It was very crowded and a 30 min wait. You can't skip the line with museum pass. You first entered in the bookshop where most people buy tickets. I didnt know and lined up with everyone. You could just show the museum pass to the staff at... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW
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Notre Dame is extremely beautiful and ornate on the inside. There is so much history inside. But my most enjoyable moment was climbing to the top of the towers. Its not for the faint of heart. There are a LOT of stairs and the stairwell is barely 2 people wide. BUT....for 8 euro, it's worth it. The view is amazing... More

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indianapolis, in
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW
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We arrived at 9 am and were fortunate to be able to enjoy a Mass service. hearing the organ and choir in this building was very spiritual uplifting. The church still allowed visitors in so not very crowded. My son lined up to tower tour- steps very steep and narrow and he fell getting impressive bruises so be CAREFUL. Despite... More

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