Paris Catacombs Guided Tour with Exclusive Access to Secret Areas

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About this activity

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 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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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: English
Operated by: Walks - France

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local English-speaking guide
Included: Access to special areas of the Paris Catacombs
Included: Expertly guided walking tour
Included: Skip-the-line ticket for Paris Catacombs
Included: At 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM, and 5:30 PM, this tour has a group size of 6 for a more intimate experience

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Itinerary

The Paris Catacombs

2 hours Admission included

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at 2 avenue du General Leclerc (Café du Rendez-vous).

End point

Outside of the Catacombs.

Using your ticket

Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
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.
Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
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.
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.
This tour is in English.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.