Mass times at a glance
Mass is celebrated every day. On weekdays there are three, at 08:00, 12:00 and 18:00. On Saturday the times are 08:30, 12:00 and the vigil Mass at 18:00. On Sunday there are four: 08:30, a Gregorian Mass at 10:00, 11:30 and a diocesan Mass at 18:00.
This site is an independent guide. It is not run by the cathedral or the archdiocese and cannot confirm a service for you. The times below are the regular weekly schedule as published in 2026. They do not include special celebrations, so check the current notice before you plan around a particular service.
The weekly schedule
Regular plan for 2026, Paris time.
| Day | Masses | Other regular prayer |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 08:00, 12:00, 18:00 | Rosary 15:00, vespers 17:30 |
| Thursday (additionally) | Same Mass times | Eucharistic adoration 18:45 |
| Saturday | 08:30, 12:00, vigil Mass 18:00 | Rosary 15:00, first vespers 17:15 |
| Sunday | 08:30, Gregorian 10:00, 11:30, diocesan 18:00 | Lauds 09:30, vespers 17:15 |
The cathedral itself is open from 07:50 on weekdays and from 08:15 on Saturday and Sunday. The full schedule is on the opening hours page.
Notre-Dame tours outside service times
Guided visits to the cathedral and the surrounding island, with live prices and availability.
Beyond Mass: other regular prayer
Prayer services follow a weekly rhythm too.
Vespers
Weekday vespers are at 17:30. On Saturday the first vespers of Sunday are at 17:15, and Sunday vespers are also at 17:15.
Rosary
The rosary is prayed at 15:00 on weekdays and on Saturday.
Lauds on Sunday
Morning prayer is at 09:30 on Sunday, between the first Mass and the Gregorian Mass.
Thursday evening
Eucharistic adoration is at 18:45 on Thursday. The cathedral is also open until 22:00 that day.
If you want to look around rather than pray, choose a time without a service, or use the tours guide for guided options. A paid guided visit is never required to enter the cathedral.
How access to a service works
What is published, and what to check.
Without a reservation
The cathedral's service page describes access to Mass without a reservation. A separate queue is described as opening 20 minutes before the service, facing the Portal of the Last Judgement.
Special celebrations
The booking portal also links a Mass reservation. That may apply to particular celebrations. Look at the current notice for your date before you go, especially around major feast days.
Not a shortcut
Seats at a service are for people taking part. Going to Mass is not a way to skip the visitor queue, and nothing about it is guaranteed. Visiting the cathedral is free. The voluntary online reservation is a separate matter, covered in the tickets guide.
Visiting during a service
The cathedral has a visitor route for times when a service is on. That does not mean it closes completely at every Mass. Some areas may be restricted on the day, so read the current notice.
How to behave as a visitor
The basics, whether you attend Mass or only walk through.
Quiet and phones
Keep your voice low and put your phone on silent. People around you are praying.
Clothing
Dress respectfully. Men take off hats, and shoulders should be covered.
Security check
Everyone passes a security check. Suitcases are not allowed, and backpacks should be kept small. Knives, scissors, sharp objects, alcohol, drugs and aerosols are banned.
Inside
Eating, drinking and smoking are not allowed. Animals are not allowed either, except assistance animals.
Photos
Do not count on being allowed to photograph or film during a service. Current rules on photography during Mass can change, so follow the signs and the staff.
Notre-Dame mass times: frequently asked questions
What time is Mass at Notre-Dame?
On weekdays at 08:00, 12:00 and 18:00. On Saturday at 08:30, 12:00 and 18:00. On Sunday at 08:30, 10:00, 11:30 and 18:00. This is the regular schedule for 2026 and does not include special celebrations.
Do I need a reservation to attend Mass?
The service page describes access without a reservation, with a queue that opens about 20 minutes before. A Mass reservation is also linked on the booking portal, possibly for special celebrations. Check the current notice for your date.
Can I visit the cathedral during Mass?
There is a visitor route for times when a service is on. Some areas may be restricted, so check on the day. Do not expect to walk around freely during the service.
What should I wear?
Wear modest clothing with shoulders covered. Men take off their hats inside.
Is there a Mass in English?
Ask the cathedral or check the current notice for the service you want.