Discover the labyrinth of the Paris Catacombs with a guide. Skip the ticket line and uncover the secrets of the world’s largest underground burial site.
Skip-the-Line Paris Catacombs Special Access Tour
Summary Description
Highlights
Description
Venture beneath the City of Light to explore the dark underworld of the Paris Catacombs. Skip the entrance lines and head inside this fantastically macabre tunnel system filled with the skeletal remains of more than six million Parisians. Hear about the remarkable construction of the catacombs from an expert guide as you walk past ornate chambers piled with decorative arrangements of bones, and gain special access to chapels and chambers closed to the general public.
Included / Excluded
What's Included
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Skip-the-line ticket for Paris Catacombs
- Access to special areas of the Paris Catacombs
What's Not Included
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
- Gratuities
Start / End Locations
Start Location: 2 Avenue du Général Leclerc, 2 Av. du Général Leclerc, Paris, FR
Start Location Notes: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at 2 avenue du General Leclerc (Café du Rendez-vous).
Start Location Direction: https://goo.gl/maps/4UWosApaLhhUUjjJ7
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- Due to the tight nature of the catacombs, the catacombs are not advised for those with claustrophobia.
- 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.
Know Before You Go
- 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.
- There are 130 steps into the catacombs with no elevator access.
- 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.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
Cancellation
Cancellation Policy: standard
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
Options
Catacombs tour pricing valid for regular size group
19 pax groups Departures: 12:30 PM, 5:00 PM
| RETAIL PRICE | |
|---|---|
| Adult (13-64 years) | €119.00 |
| Child (0-3 years) | €109.00 |
Points of interest
Terms and Conditions
Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.
FAQ
Can I bring my bag on my tour in Paris?
To ensure the safety of visitors, French authorities are enforcing security measures upon entry to the Catacombs. Suitcases, luggage, and larger bags are not allowed inside. Only bags smaller than 55cm x 35cm x 20cm are permitted. Please accept our apologies for any delay or inconvenience caused by extra security checks.
Is food & drink allowed in the Catacombs?
Food or drink is not permitted inside the Catacombs.
Do I have to wait to enter the Catacombs in Paris?
Pre-reserved entrance means our Catacombs tour includes skip the line access. However, the Catacombs enforces a maximum capacity limit, on some rare occasions The Catacombs may be at their limit when we try to visit. On rare occasions, we will ask your patience as the crowd dissipates so that the group may enter safely.
Is photography allowed in the sites visited?
Photography is allowed; however, selfie sticks nor professional photography equipment, such as tripods, are allowed.
Is it cold inside the Catacombs in Paris?
The Paris Catacombs tunnels are often wet and cool (14°C/57°F all year long). We recommend that you wear comfortable shoes and appropriate clothes.
I am claustrophobic, should I take your Catacombs Tour in Paris?
Probably not. While the Paris Catacombs are quite open and moderately well lit (and perfectly safe), you do spend 90 minutes inside a series of underground tunnels, with no easy way to exit mid-tour. The Catacombs therefore may not be suitable for anyone with particularly bad claustrophobia. If you think you are likely to experience panic in these situations we would recommend that you do not opt for this particular tour.
About operator:
Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.
In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Prices
- Adult: €119.00
- Child: €159.00
Basic Information
- Duration: 2 hours
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
- Trip difficulty: Moderate
- Max Group Size: 14
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