Paris Catacombs: VIP Semi-Private Restricted Access Tour
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228 Ratings
Paris

This exclusive semi-private tour enables you to bypass the lengthy queues and access secret chambers in the Paris Catacombs. Be a part of a small group comprising no more than 6 individuals and a knowledgeable local guide, and uncover the enigmatic secrets interred beneath the avenues of Paris.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • The Paris Catacombs - Explore the hidden world beneath the streets of Paris, on this VIP small group tour of the Catacombs. Follow your guide more than 20 meters below street level, into the shadowy and fascinating world invisible to the locals and visitors strolling the boulevards above.

Your guide will lead you along endless tunnels stacked with neat rows of millions of bones, and unlock gates closed to the general public taking into obscure rooms full of surprises. This semi-private VIP tour will ensure you get the most out of this exceptional visit, allowing you to bypass the lines and spend more time enjoying this unique and fragile site. Learn the intriguing tales of those who worked, visited and have been laid to rest here over the centuries, including some who ventured in and never came out again. Hear stories of secret societies that still visit today. Past and present Paris and its inhabitants come to life as you explore the city’s gloomy entrails concealed below the surface.

What's Included
  • Guided visit of the Catacombs
  • VIP small groups of 6 people or fewer
  • Special access to parts of the Catacombs closed to the public
  • Expert, English-speaking tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Additional Information
  • There are 130 steps to enter the Paris Catacombs and 112 steps to exit.
  • This tour is not accessible to wheelchair users or those with limited mobility.
  • The tunnels can be slippery and remain at a temperature of around 14°C/57°F, even in summer. Guests are advised to wear sturdy shoes and bring warm clothing.
  • Tickets for the Catacombs are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged. They must be used with the group at the booked time and their availability is limited. Entry times are also prebooked and are strictly adhered too, we must enter on time. For this reason we are unable to issue refunds to latecomers or no shows for missed tours.
  • If you plan to arrive at the meeting point by taxi, please ensure you leave yourselves plenty of time, it can often take a considerable amount of time to find a taxi in Paris!
  • The Catacombs are 20 meters/65 feet (and more) underground and the tunnels are narrow in places. This tour is not suitable for those with cardiac or respiratory problems, or suffering from claustrophobia.
Location
Catacombs of Paris
Avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy
Meet us outside the main entrance gate to the Catacombs. Nearest metro: Denfert Rochereau. Exit at Sortie 1 and you will see the Catacombs entrance gate directly across the street. Your guide will be wearing their guide badge on an orange lanyard.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(228 Ratings)
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Patricio_d
May 21, 2024
Catacombs as it best - It was great, Remi our guide was excellent explaining every details about the catacombs, excellent experience!!👍👌
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Patrick20211
May 21, 2024
Super catacombs guide remi!! - Remi was a great guide, explain throughly everything about the catacombs Excellent experience , fully recommended !!!👍👍👍
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Odyssey08649256613
May 21, 2024
Remie was fantastic! I would recommend him! - Remie was an awesome guide. He was very knowledgeable and nice! I would love to have him be our guide again! I would recommend him!
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207faitht
May 13, 2024
Amazing tour! - Remy was amazing and very informative as he took us through the catacombs! An amazing tour and probably my favorite activity we did in Paris!!
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Jennifer_h
May 11, 2024
Fun experience! - Paula was a delightful, friendly and knowledgeable guide. We loved getting to see the more private spots of the catacombs. Great experience.
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Climber30329729357
Apr 30, 2024
Remy is cool - Our tour guide Remy was excellent. I would strongly recommend going on his tour as he mixes humour so well into a place that is quite dark.
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Louisa8457
Apr 30, 2024
Excellent! - What a wonderful tour! Our guide Remy was excellent at story telling and really added to our experience in the catacombs. Highly recommend!
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Saundra_g
Apr 30, 2024
Great Tour - We had a wonderful time. Our guide was so kind, and told us personal stories along with the history of the catacombs.
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Corynne_e
Apr 26, 2024
Our tour guide, Leo, was... - Our tour guide, Leo, was awesome! You could tell she was passionate about the Catacombs, and passionate people are the BEST tour guides!
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Davidby2826ed
Apr 19, 2024
Great Catacombs Tour - Our guide Remi was amazing. We loved his stories and his passion for the catacombs. It really made the experience the most fun we had in Paris.
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