Catacombs Paris: Skip-the-Line Guided Tour & Special Access

From: € 139

Discover the chambers below the streets of Paris and learn the secrets of the world’s largest underground burial site on a skip-the-line guided tour of the Paris Catacombs. Access areas not available to the general public.

About This Tour

Cancellation policy: This activity is non-refundable
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures are in place. Check your activity voucher once you book for full details.
Duration 1.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide: English

Highlights

Descend 20 meters below the streets to explore the Paris Catacombs
Skip the lines and get special access to forbidden areas
Learn why the remains of over 6 million people were transported underground in the 18th century
Immerse yourself in the history of legendary struggles and triumphs

FULL DESCRIPTION

Get fast track entry to the underground cemetery of the Paris Catacombs, composed of miles of underground tunnels lined with the skulls and bones of some 6 million Parisians. Join a local guide and explore the catacombs in a small group of no more than 19 people. Each room reveals ever more ornate and macabre bone decorations. Hear the unbelievable story of how the catacombs were built, and the massive project that was undertaken to move bones from around the city to this point.

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Availability

Included

Skip-the-line entry ticket to the Paris Catacombs
VIP access to areas not available to the general public
English-speaking guide

Not Included

Tips

Meeting Point

From Metro station Denfert Rochereau (line 4 or 6), use Exit 1 to reach the street level. You’ll see the Catacombs entrance, with glass doors and a sign, across the street, located to the right of the small green building that was the former entrance. Your guide will be waiting with an orange “ExperienceFirst” sign.

Know Before you go

This tour includes an approximately 1-mile walk, with about 130 steps down and 85 steps back up to street level. It is not recommended for people who have mobility issues or suffer from anxiety in closed spaces
Please note that the temperature in the catacombs is around 14 degrees Celsius
If the selected time is not available you will be offered options to reschedule. If you are unable to accept a reschedule option you will be offered a full refund.
Smoking, pets, luggage or large bags are not allowed
Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, wheelchair users and people with respiratory issues

From € 139