Overview
Below the streets of Paris lurks an entire secret history of the city’s dead. On this unique storytelling tour, you’ll visit the Paris Catacombs to see the remains of millions of Parisians and learn about the fascinating ways in which this ancient city has dealt with its dead.
As you explore these eerie tunnels you also enjoy special access to parts of the Catacombs usually closed to the public and facts and stories from an expert local guide.
Please note: This tour has a decreased group size of six people and a modified price on select days to allow for a more intimate experience.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Access to special areas of Paris Catacombs
Skip the line access to Paris Catacombs
Expert English-speaking guide
At 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM, and 5:30 PM, this tour has a group size of 6 for a more intimate experience
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
In front of the Café du Rendez-vous, located on the 2, avenue du Général Leclerc - 75014 Paris. Your guide will be holding a Walks sign.
Good to know
• This tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
• This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
• Security measures are enforced to enter the Catacombs. Only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside. No item larger than 55 x 35 x 20 cm will be allowed. There is no bag check.
• Due to the tight nature of the catacombs, the catacombs are not advised for those with claustrophobia.
• The catacombs are consistently wet and cool (14°C/57°F) all year long. We recommend bringing a layer in summer for the temperature drop.
• Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify areas visited on the day of the tour.
• The catacombs are subject to closures due to strikes. If time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, cancellations may be communicated at the meeting point.
• There are 130 steps into the catacombs with no elevator access.
• Please note: This tour has a decreased group size of six people and a modified price on select days to allow for a more intimate experience.
• Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
What to expect
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The Paris Catacombs
2 hours
Gain immediate access to the Paris Catacombs with your skip-the-line admission. Once inside, your knowledgeable guide ushers you through the extensive subterranean network, created when Parisian leaders undertook the greatest civil engineering project of their time to address the overcrowding in their city's cemeteries. Tour the Catacombs' main tunnels to discover a city of dead beneath the City of Lights and then explore two special access tunnels.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Paris).
Additional Information
- We strongly advise all visitors to carry a printed copy of their booking vouchers and a valid ID. Random checks may occur around the city, and having these documents will facilitate smooth passage through security checks.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Skip-the-Line Paris Catacombs Special Access Tour
Can I cancel Skip-the-Line Paris Catacombs Special Access Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
In front of the Café du Rendez-vous, located on the 2, avenue du Général Leclerc - 75014 Paris. Your guide will be holding a Walks sign.
What's included?
- Access to special areas of Paris Catacombs
- Skip the line access to Paris Catacombs
- Expert English-speaking guide
- At 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM, and 5:30 PM, this tour has a group size of 6 for a more intimate experience
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Walks - France
