Paris Catacombs English Guided Tour
Paris Catacombs English Guided Tour
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
2 hours (approx.)
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Explore the depths of Paris with this English Guided Tour at the Catacombs, where you'll journey beneath the city into its mysterious underground burial site. Meet your guide near the main entrance for a briefing on safety and tour details, then venture 60 feet down to discover tunnels that stretch over 200 miles, housing millions of remains since the late 18th century. This distinct experience offers special access to restricted areas not typically open to visitors.
Explore the depths of Paris with this English Guided Tour at the Catacombs, where you'll journey beneath the city into its mysterious underground burial site. Meet your guide near the main entrance for a briefing on safety and tour details, then venture 60 feet down to discover tunnels that stretch over 200 miles, housing millions of remains since the late 18th century. This distinct experience offers special access to restricted areas not typically open to visitors.
Enjoy exclusive timed entry to The Catacombs in Paris with your ticket, allowing for smooth planning of your visit without long waits.
Experience unique access to restricted areas within the Paris Catacomns, including hidden galleries and special sections typically not open to the public.
An expert guide fluent in English will lead you on this tour through the catacombs, sharing fascinating facts, stories, and lesser-known anecdotes about its history.
With a maximum group size of 19 people, our Paris Catacombs Explore Tour ensures an intimate setting where questions are welcome and personal engagement is encouraged.
The tour takes you through nearly 2,000 acres of tunnels in the catacombs, revealing how they evolved from a quarry into one of the largest ossuaries while uncovering stories behind its most iconic sections.
Timed admission for The Catacombs
English-guided exploration lasting 1.5 hours with a skilled expert
Exclusive entry into limited-access zones
Paris group tour accommodating up to 19 people
Individual Costs
Guide explaining history to visitors inside Paris Catacombs.
Start an Underground Adventure in Paris Catacombs
Dive into history by descending 60 feet beneath Paris with this exclusive guided tour of the Catacombs. Experience special access to restricted tunnels that are usually off-limits.
Getting Started: Meet Your Guide
Gather near the main entrance of the Paris Catacombs where your English-speaking guide awaits. After a quick ticket check and security screening, you'll receive an introduction along with essential safety tips before embarking on this unique underground journey.
Detailed Tour Experience at The Catacombs
Discovering the Historical Depths of Paris Catacombs
The tour takes you through the world’s largest subterranean burial site, featuring over 200 miles of tunnels and housing millions of remains. This fascinating labyrinth dates back to the late 18th century and is celebrated for its historical and cultural importance.
Exclusive Features Included in Your Tour
- Timed Entry: Choose your preferred time slot, ensuring a smooth start without long lines, allowing you to plan your visit perfectly.
- Expert-Guided Experience: Enjoy an English-speaking guide who will share fascinating stories and historical insights about the tunnels and ossuary.
- Access Restricted Areas: Venture into sections not typically open to visitors, including hidden galleries like the Port-Mahon Gallery.
- Limited Group Size: The tour is capped at 19 participants for a more personal, interactive experience where you can freely ask questions.
Tourists exploring Paris Catacombs, walking through tunnels lined with skulls and bones.
Paris Catacombs model of Port-Mahon carved into limestone wall.
Guide explaining history to visitors inside Paris Catacombs.
Tourists exploring Paris Catacombs, walking through tunnels lined with skulls and bones.
Paris Catacombs model of Port-Mahon carved into limestone wall.
Group listening to a guide in the Paris Catacombs during a tour.
What to bring
- Wearing comfortable shoes and warm clothing is advisable since the Catacombs are great at about 14°C (57°F) with slippery tunnels.
If asked, present a valid photo ID that matches your booking name upon entry.
What’s not allowed
- Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Suitcases, large bags, strollers, and motorcycle helmets are prohibited.
- No smoking, drinking, or eating inside the Catacombs is permitted.
- The venue does not allow strollers; consider using a baby carrier instead.
- Photography without tripods or bulky equipment is allowed.
Pets are prohibited unless they are service animals.
Accessibility
- The Catacombs, with their many stairs (130 to enter and 112 to exit) and uneven surfaces, cannot accommodate wheelchair users or those with limited mobility.
- This experience is not recommended for visitors with heart or respiratory conditions, or discomfort in confined spaces.
Children under the age of 14 need a parent or guardian present at all times.
Additional information
To help you navigate the Catacombs easily, download and use this map: here.
Corridor in the Paris Catacombs with stone arches and dim lighting.
Tourists exploring Paris Catacombs with guide, viewing bone structures in underground passage.
Group listening to a guide in the Paris Catacombs during a tour.
Corridor in the Paris Catacombs with stone arches and dim lighting.
Tourists exploring Paris Catacombs with guide, viewing bone structures in underground passage.
Book your timed entry in advance during peak season to avoid long waits and ensure you have a spot on this popular tour.
Come prepared with comfortable shoes and warm clothing as the Catacombs can be cold at around 14°C (57°F) and slippery underfoot.
Ensure your photo ID matches the name on your booking, as it may be requested during entry screening for a smooth check-in process.
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Operating hours
Catacombs of Paris
- Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.
- Closed on 1st Jan 2026, 1st May 2026 and 25th Dec 2026.
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