Skip-the-Line Paris Catacombs Tour with Special Access
2 hours
Max 14
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- Submerge yourself beneath the surface of the city streets
- Explore the intricate network of tunnels which comprise the Paris Catacombs
- Learn more about the events which led to the creation of one of Europe's largest communal burial grounds
- Step inside parts of the Catacombs rarely seen by the public
- Immerse yourself in the 'Empire of the Dead' and hear the story behind the structure
- Choose 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM or 5:30 PM time for a smaller group size (6 guests)
- Sites Visited
- Paris Catacombs
- Tour Includes
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Skip-the-line ticket for Paris Catacombs
Take a (special access!) walk through Paris's eerie City of the Dead
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Excellent
Our tour of the Paris Catacombs was one of our favorite things we did while in Paris. Andei is a great tour guide and his enthusiasm made it a fun tour. He's a great storyteller and not only sets the scene but takes you through the history of how such a place came into being. On top of that the small tour group size and access into places that are usually closed to the public enhanced the experience and getting hearing more macabre yet fascinating stories, which was worth the price of admission. After the tour, Andei also stuck around and talked to us and gave us good restaurant and site-seeing recommendations.
We would highly recommend this tour.
Viator customer · Sadie · Oct 20, 2025 Excellent
The tour was informative and the special access to various rooms was really neat. We learned a lot about the catacombs past and its future.
GetYourGuide customer · United States · Oct 17, 2025 Excellent
Eleonore, was a knowledgeable and well paced guide. She was thoughtful and safe. She made sure to give everyone a positive experience.
GetYourGuide customer · United States · Oct 17, 2025 Excellent
We really enjoyed the catacombs tour with tour guide Leo. She added depth to the experience that we would've missed if we had only done the audio tour. The experience was amazing because Leo shared more things about and relating to the catacombs that we wouldn't have learned or saw if we didn't have her as our tour guide. Leo's passion for the catacombs was wonderful as she pointed out points of interest and shared the history of the site. If you have the opportunity to visit the catacombs it is definitely worth it to schedule your tour with Leo. Your experience will be greatly enriched by reserving her as your tour guide.��
Viator customer · John · Oct 15, 2025 Excellent
Great tour!! Andrei was a fantastic guide
GetYourGuide customer · Australia · Oct 14, 2025FAQs
I am in a wheelchair. Can I take a tour of Paris Catacombs?
Unfortunately, the Catacombs are not wheelchair accessible. Please be advised that there are 130 steps to the Catacombs. Unfortunately, there is no elevator access. Those with heart problems, claustrophobia, or other medical conditions should take this into consideration before booking this tour.
Do I need to bring an ID with me on this tour?
Yes! Please ensure that all members of your party, including children, have a valid ID on them on the day of the visit.
I'm claustrophobic. Can I still take a Catacomb tour?
While the Paris Catacombs are not the tightest catacombs we have ever visited, they are still a series of underground tunnels running deep below the streets of Paris. As such, we do not recommend visiting them if you suffer from Claustrophobia.
What should I wear on my Paris Catacombs tour?
Regardless of what the weather is above ground, the tunnels of the Paris Catacombs are a consistent wet and cool 14°C/57°F all year long. Because of this, we recommend that you wear appropriate clothes, carrying a cardigan in summer and wearing layers that you can remove in winter. We also recommend comfortable walking shoes as the ground is uneven in places.
Are the restrictions on what I can bring on my Paris Catacombs tour?
Yes - only very small backpacks and handbags may be taken inside Paris Catacombs. More specifically, any bag must be smaller than 55 cm x 35 cm x 20 cm. There is no luggage storage at or near the Paris Catacombs and Walks cannot responsible for entry denied due to large luggage.
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