Narrated by Philippe Rousseau
Paris
Features
About this tour
Stand where Paris was born and discover how a medieval cathedral became the beating heart of France. From revolutionary fury to resurrection, explore the spaces that witnessed eight centuries of French history unfold.
Chapters · 6
Parvis Notre-Dame Square
Western Facade Portals
South Side - Rue du Cloître-Notre-Dame
Chevet and East End
North Side - Square Jean XXIII
Pont au Double Bridge View
Starting point
6 Parvis Notre-Dame - Pl. Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris, France
7 reviews
Sophie Chen
Vancouver, Canada
What an incredible way to experience Notre-Dame! The narration brought the cathedral to life in ways I never expected. The story about how revolutionaries once stored grain where we were standing gave me chills. Standing in the same spot where Napoleon crowned himself emperor while listening to the dramatic retelling was unforgettable. Worth every euro.
Marcus Rodriguez
Barcelona, Spain
Really solid audio tour that goes way beyond the typical tourist information. I loved the part where you look up at the rose window and learn about the medieval symbolism - never would have noticed those details on my own. The 28 minutes flew by. My only minor complaint is that it could have included more about the recent reconstruction efforts, but overall a fantastic experience.
Priya Sharma
Mumbai, India
This tour transformed my visit completely. The way it weaves together eight centuries of history while you're actually walking through the space is brilliant. The section about the hidden relics and the secret door behind the altar was fascinating - I would have walked right past it otherwise. The narrator's voice is perfect too, not too dramatic but engaging enough to keep you hooked.
James McKinnon
Edinburgh, UK
Good content and interesting historical details, especially the stories about the cathedral surviving the Revolution. The part about standing where medieval pilgrims once prayed was moving. However, I felt the pacing was a bit rushed in places - would have liked more time to absorb some of the heavier historical moments. Also, the app occasionally had trouble syncing with my location. Still informative, just could be polished a bit more.
Elena Volkov
Moscow, Russia
Beautifully crafted tour that really captures the spiritual and political significance of Notre-Dame. I was particularly moved by the segment about the cathedral's role during WWII - standing in that same space while hearing those stories was powerful. The technical quality is excellent and the timing worked perfectly with my walking pace. Would definitely try more Trevlo tours.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Notre-Dame Cathedral audio tour?
The tour is 28 min long with 6 chapters. You can pause and resume at any time.
How much does it cost?
The tour costs $3.99 USD. First tour in each city is free.
Do I need to book in advance?
No booking needed. Download the Trevlo app, purchase the tour, and start listening whenever you arrive. The tour works offline too.
What language is the tour in?
The tour is narrated in English with expert-crafted commentary.
28 min tour