Amazing workmanship throughout, remarkably accessible for a working religious site. Only negative was the set of displays which blocked a view of the front of the building???

like everyone who sees this,you can't help but be struck with awe.It is spiritual,beautiful,artistic,a marvel of engineering..

Two tour options. One is the cathedral and one is the view from the top. Two separate lines but worth the wait.

I was here last week. The church is celebrating 850 years anniversary. There was a service going on. The inside is magnificent with beautiful stain glass windows, wood carvings. The facade are filled with intricate sculptures. The side of the gothic building is adorned with delicate looking flying buttresses. Great architecture!

Would get 5/5 other than for the tourists...but without them it probably wouldn't be there...long long lines and on the day we went it was stlightly drizzly and cool so I would hate to see in peak period...however once inside the doors it is a wonderous place..being a continuing place of worship whilst being a major attraction is a bit... More

A deeply religious work of art not just for Christians. When you go inside, regardless of your religion. a feeling comes over you. You'll want to light a candle for someone who comes to mind. It may be for a group of people. The victims of 9/11, Newtown, Aurora, Boston, etc. if you're an American. Maybe the troops. If you're... More

Great architectural phenomenom. Works of art inredible, espescially pulpit. Basement is interesting. Church service demands respect and no intrusions.

There is so much hustle and bustle outside Notre Dame but the minute you step in its so peaceful. ITs a beautiful cathedral and a must visit. The Saint Chappelle is walking distance from here and must be done with Notre Dame..

We attended Mass on a Sunday evening, in September. Yes, it was packed but not with tourists, as many reviews state. Maybe in the high travel months, I could see tourists becoming an annoying distraction but we were surrounded by Parisians just going to church. The cathedral was glorious, I got goosebumps when we entered the beautiful foyer, lit with... More