Paris Catacombs

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Experience the fascinating vestiges of Paris' past with a ticket to the mysterious Catacombs. Discover the city's romantic side with an optional picturesque Seine River cruise. Witness iconic landmarks and uncover the secrets beneath the city.  Begin in the captivating Catacombs of Paris, an intricate underground network nestled beneath the city streets. Walk through the tunnels that house the remains of millions of Parisians to feel how their histories and tales are etched into the silent stones. After your journey through the city's hidden underbelly, ascend to the vibrant cityscape and make your way to the Seine River's banks. Board a comfortable cruiser and set sail through the heart of Paris if your option includes. Marvel at the stunning sights of Paris's iconic landmarks, such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and the Notre-Dame Cathedral, basking in the city's glow depending on your option.

Discover the captivating remnants of Paris's history with a ticket to the enigmatic Catacombs. Experience the city's romantic side on a scenic Seine River cruise, where you'll witness iconic landmarks and unveil the city's hidden secrets. Start your journey within the mesmerizing Catacombs of Paris, an intricate underground labyrinth beneath the city's streets. Traverse the tunnels that cradle the remains of millions of Parisians, allowing their stories and histories to resonate through the silent stones. Once you've explored the depths of the city's hidden world, ascend to the vibrant cityscape and head towards the banks of the Seine River. Step aboard a comfortable cruise vessel and embark on a tranquil voyage through the heart of Paris. Be awestruck by the breathtaking vistas of Paris's renowned landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and the Notre-Dame Cathedral, all bathed in the city's radiant charm.

Embark on a captivating journey through the haunting Catacombs of Paris, where the remains of six million souls rest in a subterranean world. Explore the tunnels before embarking on a Seine River cruise and admiring the city's landmarks from the water. Explore the eerie beauty of meticulously arranged bones and skulls, uncovering a unique chapter in Parisian history. Journey through winding tunnels adorned with meticulously arranged bones and skulls, each echoing a haunting tale from the city's past. Elevate your experience with a Seine River Cruise, drifting along the iconic river to witness the city's landmarks from the Eiffel Tower to Notre Dame Catedral, soak in the breathtaking views while savoring the romance of the Seine. Cruise along this historic waterway offers a unique perspective of Paris, combining relaxation and elegance for an unforgettable experience. Immerse yourself in history below ground and the enchanting beauty above, creating memories that linger long after your unforgettable adventure. Book your combined Catacombs and Seine River Cruise experience now for a truly immersive Parisian escapade.

Get fast-track entry to the underground cemetery of the Paris Catacombs, composed of miles of underground tunnels lined with the skulls and bones of some 6 million Parisians. Join a local guide and explore the catacombs in a small group of no more than 19 people (6 people on select start times). Each room reveals ever more ornate and macabre bone decorations. Hear the unbelievable story of how the catacombs were built, and the massive project that was undertaken to move bones from around the city to this point. Your special access status means the guards will also open gates just for your group, letting you into areas such as a secret chapel decorated with skulls and femurs. The Paris Catacombs contain bones representing some 2,000 years of history, and their construction was a unique civil engineering project that helped give rise to the modern-day city.

Beneath the streets of Paris, there is another, darker side to the city that few get to see. Twenty meters (and more) below street level, the galleries of the Paris Catacombs extend for over 200 miles - a subterranean maze that many are unaware of as they stroll along the streets above. Initially quarried to provide limestone for the construction of the famous Parisian buildings and bridges, the Paris Catacombs are now home to the bones of more than 6 million former Parisians.  Their remains were carefully moved here in the 18th century, in a discreet operation to transfer them from the unclean and overflowing cemeteries of the city center.  Overcrowding in these cemeteries led to improper burials, open graves, and unearthed corpses, spreading disease (and a few horror stories) into the surrounding areas. Nowadays, wall after wall of stacked bones, and some more slightly macabre compositions, await you as you follow an expert local guide into "The Empire of Death". Fans of the film "As Above So Below" will recognize these never-ending gloomy tunnels.   Along with millions of ordinary Parisians, it is said that the Man in the Iron mask lies here, as do both executioners and their victims, guillotined during the French Revolution. Your guide will lead you through the underground passages and into some very special rooms. Only 200 people are allowed in this remarkable site at any one time, ensuring that you get the most out of this extraordinary place and spend more time enjoying the rooms and interacting with your guide. This special tour also allows you access to parts of the Catacombs that are closed to the general public. Have underground gates unlocked especially for you and your group, and learn the intriguing stories of those who worked, visited, and have been laid to rest here over the centuries, including the secret societies who 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.

Go below the city streets of Paris to explore the darkest part of the City of Light — the Catacombs. You'll go where other tourists don't have access and learn who's buried in these 200 miles of tunnels. Explore the underground burial chambers for millions of Parisians who found their way to the Catacombs due to overcrowded cemeteries. You'll walk through corridors piled with bones, carefully and often artistically arranged, preserved for centuries in the ossuaries. Not only will your expert guide share strange legends about this subterranean underworld, but they'll also give you tips on how to find unique bone configurations and even art. The Paris Catacombs might be macabre and a little bit creepy, but it's an experience you're sure to always remember. Don't forget to end your tour by picking up a souvenir in the Paris Catacombs shop!

Paris is commonly known for its beauty and romance. However, far beneath the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre is an entirely different, intimidating world. In the Catacombs of Paris there is an inscription above a doorway that reads: Beware of the Realm of Death. This is a suitable warning to prepare you for a memorable, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Access to the Catacombs is extremely limited as only 200 people are allowed to enter the site at a time. Consequently, lines can be very long and waits can be up to 2 hours. Privileged, skip-the-line access lets you save time and energy to make the most out of this personalized visit. Nearly 300 kilometers of tunnels and narrow paths stretch below the streets of Paris. Originally, the Catacombs were limestone quarries, hollowed out for the construction of the most famous bridges and buildings in the city. Beginning in the 18th century, the Catacombs served as the final resting place for more than 6 million people, and skeletons, bones, and skulls of exhumed bodies neatly line the walls and arches. Join this exclusive small-group, skip-the-line tour and see Paris in a different light than ever before.

Get ready to experience something different while visiting the city of light. Go deep beneath the bustling streets of Paris and enter an intricate network of tunnels, extending over 300 kilometres. On this skip-the-line tour discover the Parisian Catacombs ─ macabre tunnels which are a truly rare place to visit. Join your expert guide on a guided tour through what is known as the final resting place of over 6 million souls. With skip-the-line tickets, your time is used wisely and we bypass the queue to enter what is known as ''the gateway to hell''. With only 200 visitors being allowed entry it's hard to find a more exclusive experience. Embark on your journey through the extensive network of underground tunnels, and along the way your guide will unravel the fascinating history behind the Paris Catacombs and reveal how it evolved into the resting place for countless souls from the city. During this 1.5-hour tour, you'll have the unique opportunity to explore two particularly eerie sections of the Catacombs that are off-limits to the general public. These areas are so exclusive that a guardian will personally unlock ancient gates, providing you with an unparalleled VIP experience. The Catacombs stand as one of Paris's best-kept secrets, and on your tour, you'll peel back the layers of mystery concealed within their ancient walls.

Beneath the dazzling lights of modern Paris lie the devilishly dark catacombs. On this small-group tour have skip-the-line entry and exclusive access to restricted areas. Explore the 200-mile maze of remains from roughly 6 million Parisians with an expert guide.  Begin with a bone-chilling descent down the complex’s 133-step staircase. Your guide will explain how these tunnels were used in the 13th-century to quarry limestone for buildings as grand as Notre Dame. As you make your way through the narrow tunnels, learn why bad weather in the 1780s forced Parisians to bury their dead here. During the tour, have plenty of time to admire the Catacombs’ disturbingly detailed bone decorations. From religious iconography to hearts, workers found many ways to “beautify” the bones housed in this complex. There is, however, one decoration that will really make your spine tingle. Inside the popular Crypt of the Passion take a few moments to gaze at “The Barrel,” which is constructed out of various skeletal remains. In addition to housing the dead, the Catacombs played an important role during many significant historic events. Your guide will tell you tales of the German Wehrmacht and the French Resistance who both used part of the Catacombs as wartime bunkers during World War II. Also, learn about its relationship to the French Revolution.  If you are not afraid of ghosts, then ask your guide about the grave of the doorman Philibert Aspairt who passed away in the Catacombs in the 18th century. Learn about the cataphiles who have caused a stir in recent years for hosting huge raves, swimming parties, and an extensive network in this underground city of the dead. Keep your eyes peeled for graffiti left by cataphiles on your Catacombs Tour.

Your expert local city guide will show you the city's best parts, including many hidden secrets you can’t find easily on your own. On this walking tour will be able to see a lot of sightseeing points within a short timeframe. Apart from explaining the sightseeing points your guide can provide insight into the history and culture of the city and the country in general. The focus of this tour is to see the city like a local. However, this private tour can be customised according to your wishes. Sightseeing points to visit can be agreed upon in advance or discussed when meeting up. STANDARD sightseeing places we can easily visit during the tour are: • Montmartre: Famous for its artistic heritage, has a distinct village atmosphere characterized by steep winding cobble streets. It is the most famous district in Paris. • Le Marais: A historic district that has magnificent architecture and rich history. • Notre Dame Cathedral: A widely recognized symbol of Paris and the French Nation. It houses numerous significant religious artifacts such as the “Crown of Thorns” believed to have been worn by Jesus Christ. • Eiffel Tower: One of the most iconic monuments not only in Paris but the entire world. • Champs-Élysées: The most beautiful and well-known avenue in Paris. Connects Arc de Triomphe with the Place de la Concorde. • Arc de Triomphe: One of the most famous monuments of Paris. It honors those who fought and died for France during the French Revolution and Napoleonic wars. • Louvre Museum: A national art museum and is home to some of the most canonical works of Western art such as the Mona Lisa. • Galeries Lafayette: One of the most historic shopping malls in Paris featuring niche and luxury brands. • Luxembourg Gardens: The gardens are filled with history and beautiful fountains. It is the second-largest park in Paris. • Palace of Versailles: The principal residence of the French kings. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world. This attraction is located outside of the city and needs at least a half day to visit. Some examples of HIDDEN SECRETS we can visit: • Canal Saint-Martin: Take a cruise on passenger boats on this canal. There are also many popular bars and restaurants along the canal. • Galerie Vivienne: One of the most iconic shopping arcades in Paris. • Ménagerie du Jardin des Plantes: Second-oldest zoological garden in the world. Home to rare small and medium-sized mammals. • Louis Vuitton Foundation: Art museum and cultural center • Parc des Buttes Chaumont: Fifth-largest park in Paris, with an artificial lake, a temple and interesting fauna. • Montparnasse Tower: It is the tallest building in Paris with magnificent views over the city. Please note that it is not guaranteed to visit all the sightseeing places listed here. How many places you can visit depends on the length of the tour booked and how much time you spend at each place. After booking you can discuss the detailed itinerary with your guide.