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Paris Catacombs Entrance Tickets with Audioguide
- Bypass the infamous long lines at the Paris Catacombs, and make your way to the ossuaries with your entrance ticket.
- Descend 65 feet underground to explore a network of underground tunnels scattered across over a mile, housing the remains of millions of the city's dead.
- Listen to the handy audio guide (available in English, French, German, and Spanish) to help navigate your way through the attraction.
- Learn about the city above you in the company of those who built it.
- Capacity at the Catacombs is limited to 200 people at a time, so make sure to book your timeslot now to get in.
Inclusions
- Entrance to the Catacombs
- Audio Guide (Optional)
- A Paris Catacombs audio guide runs for 30 minutes; however, you may stay inside longer if you wish to do so. You will have the ability to pause and resume your audio guide at any point in time
- Generally, visitors spend an average of 45 min - 1 hr inside the Catacombs
- There is only one toilet, located at the exit.
- Children aged 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- The Paris Catacombs have 131 steps to go down and 112 steps to climb up.
- The Catacombs maintain a constant temperature of 14°C (57°F). Be sure to dress warmly or bring a jacket. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes that you don’t mind getting a little dirty.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Catacombs Guided Tour with Special Access
- With this tour, get priority access into the Catacombs of Paris, so you can save time that would otherwise be spent on ticket purchase and entry lines.
- Let your professional and friendly English-speaking guide regale you with tales, facts, and anecdotes that span the history of the city of lights.
- Enjoy cozy groups of 19 members or less and explore tunnels and the Catacombs' restricted areas
Inclusions
- Access to special areas that are otherwise closed to the public
- Guided tour of the Catacombs of Paris
- Skip-the-line access
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Groups of 19 members or less
- Semi-private tour (Optional)
- Upgrade your ticket to semi-private and enjoy a more intimate tour group
- With your small tour group that will include no more than 19 people, explore the underground tunnel as well as some of the restricted areas of the Catacombs in a serene and intimate way.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combo (Save 10%): Paris Catacombs Tickets + Montparnasse Guided Tour
- Sign up for 2 unmissable Paris experiences with this 2-in-1 money-saving combo - an exploration of the Paris catacombs and a guided tour to discover the hidden gems of the Montparnasse neighborhood.
- Descend 20m below the streets of Paris and explore 2km long underground passageways that house the remains of over 6 million Parisians.
- Listen to a multilingual audio guide as you travel all the way back into 2,000 years of Paris history.
- Meet an English-speaking local guide and start your tour at the Boulevard du Montparnasse, a longtime favorite of writers and artists in Paris.
- Visit the Sphinx, a famous historic brothel, The Monocle, a women-only nightclub, the giant scale, and the street that is devoted to Josephine Baker's life and work.
- Seize the opportunity to see the well-known Montparnasse cemetery and pay a visit to famous people's tombs including the Irish novelist Samuel Beckett.
Inclusions
Paris Catacombs
- Entry to the catacombs
- Audio guide in 4 languages
Montparnasse Guided Tour
- 1.5-hour walking tour
- English-speaking local guide
Exclusions
- Guide inside the catacombs
Paris Catacombs
- This experience is not suitable for individuals with a motor disability or with cardiac or respiratory insufficiency, pregnant women, sensitive individuals, or claustrophobic individuals.
- The audio guide is available in English, French, German, and Spanish.
- Children aged 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please keep in mind that the Paris Catacombs have 131 steps to go down and 112 steps to climb up.
- Tip: A Paris Catacombs audio guide runs for 30 minutes; however, you may stay inside longer if you wish to do so. You will have the ability to pause and resume your audio guide at any point in time.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Why Visit Paris Catacombs?
- Historical Significance: The Catacombs of Paris are a unique, underground labyrinth of tunnels and rooms, where the remains of over six million people are stored. They were originally created as a solution to the overcrowding of Parisian cemeteries in the 18th century and have since become a symbol of Parisian history.
- Unconventional Sightseeing: The Catacombs provide a unique perspective on Paris's history and culture, as well as the chance to see something different from the typical tourist attractions.
- Architectural Wonder: Visitors can marvel at the architecture and engineering that went into creating such an extensive network of tunnels and galleries, which stretch for over 200 km.
- Fascinating Displays: The bones and skulls that are on display in the Catacombs are arranged in fascinating displays, creating a macabre atmosphere that is both eerie and fascinating.
- Cultural and Educational Experience: A visit to the Catacombs offers a unique educational opportunity, as visitors can learn about the history of Paris and the unique methods used to deal with the overcrowding of its cemeteries.
Your Paris Catacombs Tickets Explained
Paris Catacombs Entrance Tickets with Audioguide
- Step into the dark and mysterious world of the Paris Catacombs with entrance tickets that help you skip the long lines and avoid the hassle.
- With your Paris Catacombs entrance tickets, you also get an audio guide that provides an immersive experience, transporting you back in time to the 18th century when the Catacombs were first created to house the remains of Paris's dead.
- Descend 20 meters below the bustling streets of Paris to explore over 2 kilometres of eerie tunnels and galleries filled with the bones of millions of Parisians.
- Learn about the history and significance of the Catacombs, as well as the complex process of moving the bones from various cemeteries across the city to their final resting place.
- The audio guide is available in several languages, including English, French, German and Spanish ensuring that visitors from around the world can fully appreciate this unique and haunting attraction.
Catacombs Guided Tour with Special Access
- Explore the eerie underground tunnels of the Paris Catacombs with a small group guided tour that also gives you priority entry to the attraction.
- With your Catacombs Guided Tour tickets, you get exclusive skip-the-line access to the catacombs and get accompanied by an expert English-speaking guide with a small tour group of 19 people or less.
- Learn about the history and significance of the Catacombs as you visit highlights like the Sacellum Crypt, Gilbert’s Tomb, and Sepulchral Lamp.
- Marvel at the intricate arrangements of human bones and skulls, artfully arranged in decorative patterns
- Enjoy special access to areas that are generally restricted to the general public like the Port Mahon Gallery and get to know about the significance in-depth.
- Discover the fascinating stories behind the Catacombs, including their use as a hiding place during World War II.
Paris Catacombs Tickets + Montparnasse Guided Tour Combo Tickets
- Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of Paris by combining a guided tour of the Catacombs with a visit to the iconic Montparnasse neighbourhood with this money-saving combo.
- With your combo tickets, you get skip-the-line access to the Paris Catacombs and an audio guide which is available in 4 languages, followed by a 1.5-hour walking tour of Montparnasse, led by an English-speaking local guide.
- Explore the depths of the Catacombs with skip-the-line access and a knowledgeable guide, learning about the macabre history of these underground tunnels at your own pace with the audio guide.
- Discover the history and culture of Montparnasse, the eclectic area which has been home to famous artists and writers throughout history, like Jean Cocteau, Pablo Picasso, and Ernest Hemingway.
- Visit iconic attractions like the restricted Port Mahon Gallery at the Catacombs and the years-old brothel, Sphinx in Montparnasse.
Paris Catacombs Discount Tickets
Reduced rate: Young adults between ages 18-26, large families, those who have purchased the Paris Pass Famille and Navigo-Améthyste-Emeraude cards, librarians and school teachers, along with members of the National Society of Antiquaries of France, the French Society of Archeology, la Society of the History of French Art, and la Safeguard de l'Art Français, enjoy reduced admission rates on presentation of a valid government ID.
Free entry: Children under the age of 4, disabled persons and their companion, along with journalists, museum guides, job seekers, visual artists, and similar groups are offered free entry, on presentation of a valid ID.
Highlights of Paris Catacombs
Port-Mahon Corridor
The Port-Mahon Corridor is one of the first few parts of your Catacombs tour. Primarily on display you'll find beautiful sculptures by Francois Décure, a French quarryman. The most fascinating sculpture here is of Port Mahon, a fortress in Menorca, Spain. It is believed that Décure sculpted this from memory of when he was imprisoned by the British in the fortress.
The Quarryman's Footpath
The history of the quarryman's footpath goes back hundreds of years. Before the Catacombs had defined tunnels and pathways, the quarryman who worked there used the Footpath to access water for construction purposes and to clean themselves after a day's work. Here, you can also find several skull and bone arrangements as well, along with tombs, altars, plaques and more.
The Ossuary
The Ossuary is definitely one of the most eerie, spookiest sections at the Catacombs; it is the final resting place for millions of Parisians. You'll see ceiling-high piles and piles of bones and skulls, arranged in symmetrical patterns, all along the stretch of this section. Here, you'll also find the macabre Barrel of Passion -- an arrangement of skeletal remains in the form of a ceiling-high barrel.
Unique Architecture
The architecture of the Catacombs is characterized by narrow, winding tunnels that are lined with bones and skulls arranged in intricate patterns. The tunnels are supported by pillars and arches, many of which were constructed using the same limestone material that was used to build famous Parisian landmarks such as Notre-Dame Cathedral.
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Plan Your Visit
Paris Catacombs hours are from Tuesday to Sunday, between 10:00 AM to 08:30 PM, with final admissions at 07:30 PM. The site is closed on Mondays, along with 1 January, 1 May and 25 December.
The best time to visit Paris Catacombs throughout the week is during early mornings and late evenings before closing to get the smallest crowds.
To cover the underground stretch of about 1.5 km, guests can expect to spend at least 45 minutes to an hour at the Paris Catacombs.
The Paris Catacombs are located at 1 Avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy, 75014 Paris, France.
Find on Maps.
You can use public transport options like the bus, metro or RER to get to the Paris Catacombs. If you’re driving down, you can park at Boulevard Saint-Jacques.
Yes. Buses 38 and 68 will get you to the Paris Catacombs. Once you alight at the Denfert-Rochereau station, the Catacombs are a 2-3 minute walking distance.
Yes, you can take both and alight at a common station, the Denfert-Rochereau. From here, the Catacombs are a mere 2-minute walk.
No, storage facility is not available at the Paris Catacombs. Large bags and suitcases are not permitted on site; please carry small backpacks or purses.
Yes. You can purchase an audio guide with your Paris Catacombs tickets, or directly at the site itself. They can be purchased for €5 and are available in English, French, German and Spanish.
No, the Paris Catacombs are not currently accessible by wheelchair as guests need to climb down about 131 steps and make their way through narrow, dimly-lit corridors.
Yes, restrooms are available at the exit of the Paris Catacombs.
Yes, photography is permitted. However, flash photography and the use of tripods is not permitted at the Paris Catacombs.
There are 131 steps to go down to the Catacombs and 112 steps to climb back up. Please be careful as the passageways are narrow, slippery and dimly lit.
Since the Paris Catacombs are underground, the temperature is likely several degrees cooler. You can carry a light jacket to keep warm and remember to wear comfortable shoes for the walk.
All Your Questions About Paris Catacombs Answered
Yes. You can book your Paris Catacombs tickets online.
It depends on the Paris Catacombs ticket you choose to book. While some tickets offer a full refund on cancelling tickets up to 48-72 hours in advance, for others there may be no refund available on cancellation. Please check before you make your reservation.
The tours at Paris Catacombs are allowed in small groups on not more than 19 people at a time.
Due to the site being entirely underground, there is currently no wheelchair accessibility at the Paris Catacombs.
Paris Catacombs opening hours: between 10:00 AM to 08:30 PM (last entry at 07:30 PM) from Tuesday to Sunday. It is closed on Mondays, 1 January, 1 May, and 25 December.
The attraction recommends that the following groups of people avoid visiting: those with a motor disability, pregnant women, individuals with claustrophobia or any respiratory or cardiac-related health issues, and children under the age of 10.
The best time to visit the Paris Catacombs is during the early morning hours and late evenings before closing to enjoy small crowds at the entrance.
200 guests are permitted at a time, per time slot, at the Paris Catacombs. Ensure that you pre-book your tickets online.
Visitors can enter from 1, Avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy (place Denfert-Rochereau)
There are 243 steps in total; 131 to go underground, and 112 to climb back up at Paris Catacombs.
No, there’s no dress code. However, since you’ll be underground and temperatures will be lower, ensure to dress warmly.
Yes. You can book Paris Catacombs skip the line tickets online to save up to 3 hours of waiting time.