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. Unearth the macabre and mysterious underbelly of Paris as you walk past the mysterious network of skeletal remains and learn about their legends and stories.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration options: 2 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Small group available
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Meeting point
In front of the Catacomb's main entrance on 1 Avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy, Paris, France. Your guide will be holding a LivTours sign.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Warm clothing
Not allowed
- Pets
- Weapons or sharp objects
- Baby strollers
- Smoking
- Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
- There are 130 steps to enter the catacombs and 112 steps to exit
- The catacombs are 65 feet (20 meters) underground and the tunnels are narrow in places
- The tunnels can be slippery and remain at a temperature of around 57°F (14°C), even in summer
- Only 200 visitors are allowed in the tunnels at any one time. If numbers reach a maximum, the catacombs staff reserve the right to hold the entry lines until there is sufficient space