What To Bring: Comfortable shoes
Not Allowed: Weapons or sharp objects
Not Allowed: Luggage or large bags
Not Allowed: Short skirts
Not Allowed: Sleeveless shirts
Know Before You Go: On certain days of the year, to respect religious services and preserve the cathedral's atmosphere of silence and prayer, explanations of the cathedral's architecture and history are provided outside, using visual materials, before entering the cathedral
Know Before You Go: Appropriate attire is required for visiting a religious site. Shoulders must be covered, and shorts and skirts must be long enough to cover the knees. Cathedral staff may refuse entry to anyone not dressed appropriately
Know Before You Go: The entrance to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is free and open to all. The services offered are independent of access to the interior of the building
Know Before You Go: On certain religious holidays, visits inside the cathedral will not be allowed