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Notre-Dame de la Garde

Notre-Dame de la Garde
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Notre-Dame de la Garde is a Roman-Byzantine basilica completed in 1864. A large gilded statue of the Virgin Mary stands on the bell tower. The interior holds mosaics and many ex-voto plaques left by sailors.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 9 of Paris and the French Riviera in 10 Days

Visiting Notre-Dame de la Garde: what to know

Tickets
Entry is free.
Time needed
1 hour.
Best time
Early morning to avoid crowds.
Getting there
Bus 60 or on foot from the Vieux-Port.

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Notre-Dame de la Garde FAQs

Is Notre-Dame de la Garde open daily?

Yes. Hours vary by season and are posted at the entrance.

Can visitors climb the tower?

No. Only the terrace around the basilica is open to the public.

Is there wheelchair access?

Limited. The steep approach and some steps inside restrict access.

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