Cathedral hours in 2026
Notre-Dame is open every day of the year (as of 2026). Times are Paris local time. The last entry is 30 minutes before closing, so aim to arrive well before the end of the day. On Thursday the cathedral stays open until 22:00.
| Day | Cathedral |
|---|---|
| Monday | 07:50–19:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:50–19:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:50–19:00 |
| Thursday | 07:50–22:00 |
| Friday | 07:50–19:00 |
| Saturday | 08:15–19:30 |
| Sunday | 08:15–19:30 |
Hours of the other sites
The treasury, the towers and the crypt are separate visits with their own hours.
| Site | Hours | Last entry |
|---|---|---|
| Treasury, Monday to Saturday | 09:30–18:00, Thursday until 21:00 | 30 minutes before |
| Treasury, Sunday | 13:00–17:30 | 30 minutes before |
| Towers, 1 April to 30 September | 09:00–23:00 | 1 hour before |
| Towers, 1 October to 31 March | 09:00–17:30 | 1 hour before |
| Archaeological crypt, Tuesday to Sunday | 10:00–18:00 | Ticket office 17:30 |
| Sainte-Chapelle, 1 April to 30 September | 09:00–19:00 | 30 minutes before |
| Sainte-Chapelle, 1 October to 31 March | 09:00–17:00 | 30 minutes before |
The towers are closed on 1 January, 1 May and 25 December, and they need a timed slot. The tower operator lists the October to March hours above. Another source lists evening hours into October, so check the current timetable before you plan an October evening on the towers. The crypt is closed on Monday, on 1 January, 1 May and 25 December. Sainte-Chapelle is closed on the same three dates.
Notre-Dame and Île de la Cité tours
Guided visits, tower tickets and Sainte-Chapelle entry, with live prices and availability. Entry to the cathedral itself is free.
Visiting during services
The cathedral is a place of worship first.
No general closure at Mass
During a service there is a separate visiting route. That does not mean the cathedral closes for every Mass. Special celebrations and closed areas can differ from day to day, so check on the day.
Mass times →Quiet and dress
Keep your voice low, switch your phone to silent and dress respectfully. Men take off hats, and shoulders should be covered. Everyone passes a security check.
What stays outside
Suitcases and luggage are not allowed, and backpacks should be kept to a minimum. Knives, scissors, other sharp objects, alcohol and aerosols are banned. Food, drink and smoking are not allowed inside.
Getting there in autumn 2026
The Métro closure is the main change.
Métro and RER
Métro line 4 serves Cité, and the RER B and C serve Saint-Michel-Notre-Dame. The Métro station Saint-Michel on line 4 is closed all day from 14 September to 19 December 2026, and trains do not stop there. Check current disruptions before you travel.
Fares
A single Métro, train or RER ticket costs €2.55, reduced €1.30, and a bus or tram ticket €2.05, reduced €1.05 (since 1 January 2026). The ticket to or from the airports costs €14, reduced €7.
Parking
The Lagrange-Maubert car park at 19 Rue Lagrange, 75005 Paris, charges €4.80 for 1 hour, €14.40 for 3 hours and €43.20 for 9 to 24 hours in 2026. There is no cathedral car park.
Works around the cathedral
The Square de l'Île-de-France behind the cathedral has been closed since 24 August 2026, and the city lists the closure into 2027. Do not plan a free walk around the whole east end.
Restoration →Seasons and weather
Climate normals for Paris, not a forecast.
The hours of the cathedral do not change with the seasons. The tower and Sainte-Chapelle hours do. Average daily highs run from 7.6 °C in January to 25.7 °C in July, and rain falls in every month, from 41.8 mm in February to 69.0 mm in May (normals for 1991 to 2020). Spring and autumn are milder than high summer. Part of a visit is spent outdoors, so bring a layer or an umbrella. The tickets page explains how a reservation can shorten the wait.
Combine it with the rest of the day
Hours of nearby sights.
Archaeological crypt
Open Tuesday to Sunday, closed Monday.
Sainte-Chapelle
Hours, prices and the security check.
The towers
Slots, seasons and the 424 steps.
The Louvre has other hours. It is closed on Tuesday, and the Louvre opening hours guide lists its days and late openings. Sacré-Cœur in Montmartre is free and open daily from 06:30 to 22:30.
Notre-Dame opening hours: frequently asked questions
Is Notre-Dame open every day?
Yes. It is open daily all year (as of 2026). Hours are 07:50 to 19:00 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 07:50 to 22:00 on Thursday and 08:15 to 19:30 on Saturday and Sunday.
What is the last entry?
The last entry is 30 minutes before the cathedral closes. Arrive earlier if you want time inside.
Is the cathedral closed during Mass?
Not in general. There is a separate visiting route during services. Special celebrations and closed areas can change, so check on the day. See Mass at Notre-Dame.
When can I climb the towers?
From 1 April to 30 September the tower operator lists 09:00 to 23:00, and from 1 October to 31 March 09:00 to 17:30, with the last entry 1 hour before. A booked slot is mandatory. See the towers page.
Is Métro Saint-Michel open?
No. Line 4 does not stop at Saint-Michel from 14 September to 19 December 2026. Cité on line 4 and the RER B and C at Saint-Michel-Notre-Dame are the usual stops for the cathedral, so check for disruptions.
Do I need a ticket?
Not for the cathedral. Entry is free, and a reservation is optional. The towers, the treasury and the crypt are paid. See Notre-Dame tickets.