Unfortunately, no hunchbacks. However, it is always brimming with tourists, street performers and the infamous pigeon man (don't get too close). We actually sat for about an hour, watching a man mimicking passer-by's, announcing them as the Director of the CIA etc. and generally being an ass - it was hilarious. The queue can be, and usually is, huge. It can snake round and round and you may think you'll never see the inside. Luckily, it moves nice and quick. The contrast between the back and front of the iconic cathedral is striking - gargoyles on one side and carved angels on the other. Inside is just as beautiful as other big cathedrals, it really is an architectural delight. For a small donation you're allowed to the very very top, the views of Paris are beautiful and we really suggest making the trip up. The cathedral attracts more visitors annually than the Eiffel Tower, so if you are or aren't religious, to just go and see the beautiful decorative inside is definitely worthwhile. And best of all - It's FREEEEE!
Fun Fact - In 1804, Napoleon invited Pope Pius VII to the Notre Dame to crown him emperor. However, at the last second, Napoleon took the crown from his hands and crowned himself.
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