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Highlights

  • Gain timed entry to The Catacombs with this ticket, allowing for an organized visit without lengthy queues.
  • Explore restricted areas typically off-limits to visitors, including hidden galleries and unique tunnel sections.
  • Enjoy a tour led by an expert English-speaking guide who shares fascinating facts, stories, and lesser-known anecdotes about the Paris Catacomns.
  • With groups limited to 19 people maximum, you'll have ample opportunity for questions and enjoy a personal experience.
  • Walk through nearly 2,000 acres of tunnels to see how The Catacombs evolved from a quarry into Paris's largest ossuary and uncover its iconic history.

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Journey 60 feet underground in Paris on this expert-led Catacombs tour that offers exclusive access to restricted tunnels. Your English-speaking guide will be waiting near the main entrance of The Catacombs for a quick ticket check and security screening before diving into history.

Getting started

Your adventure begins with meeting your English-speaking guide at the Paris Catacombs' primary entry point. After validating your tickets and passing through security, receive an introduction to the tour along with important safety information from your knowledgeable guide.

The Tour Highlights

Paris Catacombs

Dive into history by exploring The Catacombs of Paris, one of the world's largest underground ossuaries. Stretching over 200 miles and containing millions of remains, these tunnels date back to the late 18th century and are celebrated for their historical importance.

Exclusive Features

  • Select your preferred time slot for entry, ensuring a smooth start without waiting in lines.
  • An expert English-speaking guide will lead you through fascinating narratives, sharing intriguing stories and lesser-known facts about the tunnels and ossuary.
  • Gain access to restricted areas including hidden galleries like the Port-Mahon Gallery that are typically off-limits to visitors.
  • The tour is limited to 19 participants, fostering a personal and engaging experience where you can easily interact with your guide throughout the journey.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Timed entry to the Paris Catacombs
  • A 1.5-hour guided tour led by an expert, English-speaking guide
  • Exclusive access to restricted areas
  • Group size limited to up to 19 people
  • Personal expenses

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Must Know

  • A valid photo ID matching your booking name may be requested at the entrance.
  • Wear comfortable shoes and warm clothing as temperatures are around 14°C (57°F) with slippery tunnels.
  • Suitcases, large bags, strollers, and motorcycle helmets are not permitted inside the Catacombs. Consider using a baby carrier for infants instead of a stroller.
  • Smoking, drinking, and eating within the site is strictly prohibited to ensure safety and preserve the historical environment.
  • Your visit includes timed entry access, allowing you to plan your tour without waiting in long lines at the Catacombs entrance.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

  • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Suitcases, large bags, strollers, and motorcycle helmets are not allowed. Smoking, drinking, and eating inside is strictly prohibited. Strollers are not allowed at the venue; use a baby carrier. Photography is allowed without the use of tripods or bulky equipment. Pets are not allowed except for service animals.

To navigate the Catacombs with ease, use the map available here.

Comfortable shoes and warm clothing recommended, as the Catacombs maintain a temperature of around 14°C (57°F) and the tunnels can be slippery. Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.

The Catacombs are not accessible to wheelchair users or those with limited mobility due to numerous stairs (130 steps to enter, 112 steps to exit) and uneven surfaces. The experience is not recommended for visitors with heart or respiratory conditions, or for those who may be uncomfortable in confined spaces. Children under 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Yes, the tour is led by an expert English-speaking guide who shares fascinating facts and stories about the Catacombs.

Your ticket provides timed entry and exclusive access to restricted areas of the Paris Catacombs, including hidden galleries not usually open to the public.

No, all visitors must undergo a quick ticket check and security screening before entering the Catacombs.

It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes and warm clothing as the temperature inside is around 14°C (57°F) and tunnels can be slippery.

Large bags, suitcases, strollers, and motorcycle helmets are not allowed. Only small personal items that fit in a pocket or bag with zipper closure are permitted.

The package includes timed entry to the Catacombs, a 1.5-hour guided tour by an English-speaking guide, and exclusive access to restricted areas of the site.

Groups are capped at a maximum of 19 people for a more personal and engaging experience.

Bring a valid photo ID that matches your booking name if requested upon entrance.

Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult during the tour.

Personal expenses are not included in your ticket and will need to be covered separately, such as meals or additional souvenirs.

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