2-Hour Paris Catacombs Tour with VIP Restricted Area Access

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the human remains at the Catacombs of Paris
• 02 Understand the cemetery's history
• 03 Access restricted areas of the catacombs with VIP entry
• 04 Hear historical anecdotes about the events that occurred underground

Discover the Catacombs of Paris on this 2-hour guided tour through the underground ossuary that shelters 6 million skeletons 60 feet beneath the streets. Learn about the cemetery's history, hear the craziest events that occurred underground, and uncover the stories that make the Parisian catacombs unique worldwide.

Discover the Catacombs of Paris on this 2-hour guided tour through the underground ossuary that shelters 6 million skeletons 60 feet beneath the streets.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Catacombs of Paris Guided Tour

• Connect with your cataphile and professional tour guide at the meeting point to begin the program with a visit to the Catacombs of Paris.
• You will first discover the history of this stunning place, which inspires many fantasies and makes the Parisian catacombs unique worldwide.
• Then, your guide will reveal why, when, and how millions of skeletons were stacked on top of each other, creating a labyrinthine network of galleries with walls built from human bones.
• Finally, you will discover the various functions of the catacombs over the centuries.
• Your expert guide will share many smashing historical anecdotes and take you on a journey filled with fun, fear, and fascination.

Tour ends.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking French tour guide
• Skip-the-line tickets
• Small group guarantee (7 participants maximum)
• VIP access to the restricted areas of the catacombs

What's Not Included

• Tips

What to bring

• Walking shoes
• Jacket

Know before you go

• There is a 111-step spiral staircase to climb, the ground is uneven, and the ceiling is sometimes low, which can be uncomfortable for claustrophobic people.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Place Denfert-Rochereau, Paris, France

Tour start

1 Av. du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy, 75014 Paris, France

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.