Carcassonne Citadel Guided Tour: Discover 2600 Years of History and Mythical Alleyways
Carcassonne
Embark on a fun and informative guided tour of the Citadel of Carcassonne, exploring its mythical alleyways, 2600 years of history, mysterious Cathars, and majestic Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Carcassonne Center - From outside, we will discover the famous county castle, its defensive system and its walls. If you want to enter the castle you have to buy your ticket (9 euros per person). Then we will tour the walls and see the majestic Basilica St-Nazaire and St-Celse with its very beautiful stained glass windows.
What's Included
- Visit the castle exteriors, walls, and St-Nazaire and St-Celse cathedral
What's Not Included
- Entry into the castle
Additional Information
As we journey through the Citadel of Carcassonne on our guided expedition, we will explore the legendary lanes that adorn this ancient stronghold. The grandeur of the military set-up is sure to leave you in awe as I charismatically disclose its history of 2600 years. Discussions about the enigmatic Cathars and the fort’s defensive architecture will also ensue. I make sure to weave in some lesser-known facts about the medieval era and we will culminate our tour with the unveiling of the splendid Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse. Look forward to a playful yet highly educational guided journey!
Location
Porte Narbonnaise
Main entrance of the Cité, near the statue of the Dame Carca, before the fortified bridge
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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