Paris Catacombs Tour with Secret Rooms & Privileged Access Tickets
Walk bone-lined corridors, hear spine-tingling legends, and get rare access to locked chambers
The Paris Catacombs release only a very limited number of tickets each day, making them one of the hardest attractions in Paris to visit. But no need to worry—our exclusive tour with pre-reserved tickets gives you direct access to this underground world, plus entry to secret rooms closed to the general public. With an expert guide leading the way and sharing dark history and eerie legends, this is the best way to experience the Catacombs. Grab your spot before someone else does!
What You Get With This Tour
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Explore Paris’ eerie and exclusive underground
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Expert, English-speaking guide
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Timed entry Paris Catacombs tickets
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Guided tour of the Catacombs
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Access to two restricted areas
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See the Crypt of Passion
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Fascinating storytelling
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Guide tips
Tour Itinerary
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Your tour begins near the entrance to the Catacombs
Meet your group and expert guide near the entrance to the Paris Catacombs and prepare to step into Paris's most extraordinary underground world. -
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Enter the Paris Catacombs with pre-reserved tickets
Down you go, 130 steps below Paris' busy streets. The temperature drops and the light fades as you enter a maze of tunnels that started as limestone mines back in the 1200s. Your guide explains how these forgotten quarries became burial chambers when the city's graveyards ran out of room. -
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Walk through the bone-lined corridors
Walls of skulls and femurs stretch in every direction, stacked floor to ceiling. Artists arranged the bones into crosses, hearts, and archways—their way of making death a little less grim. You'll learn that 6 million Parisians rest here, and their remains actually help hold up the tunnels above your head. -
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Stand before the Barrel of Passion
In the Crypt of Passion, a tower of skulls built to resemble Obelix marks the most iconic spot underground. In 1897, 45 musicians performed Chopin's Funeral March to over 100 guests at an illegal midnight concert right here. -
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Entering the two restricted chambers
A guard unlocks iron gates that most visitors never see. Behind them lie hidden rooms closed to the public, where the silence feels heavier and the bones tell different stories. Your small group gets exclusive access that makes this tour truly one of a kind. -
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Your tour finishes inside the Catacombs
After 90 minutes with your guide, the tour wraps up deep underground. You're free to linger and explore the passageways on your own, soaking in the atmosphere and discovering details at your own pace before you exit back into the sunlight.
Additional Information
Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible. If you have questions or concerns about your mobility, please contact us in advance.
Please Note: The Paris Catacombs are an underground ossuary housing the remains of six million people. The experience is eerie, dimly lit, and can feel confined. Guests who are sensitive to enclosed spaces or find human bones distressing may want to consider this before booking.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can enter the Catacombs on time.
Your 1.5-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Timed-entry Paris Catacombs tickets
Access to 2 restricted chambers
Visit to the Barrel of Passion in the Crypt of Passion
Exploration of the lower Catacombs
What to bring:
Comfortable walking shoes
Light sweater or jacket
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We had Andre as our tour guide and he was just fabulous! Made lots of funny quips and stories, told some spooky stories, mentioned lots of history, and answered all our questions! The restricted parts were lots of fun with extra history and stuff to see. Definitely worth it!
Our tour guide was excellent! I am so glad that I chose this tour, it was amazing.
I am sad to say that the tour was cancelled. This tour was to be the highlight of my vacation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to bring?
We always recommend comfortable walking shoes on all of our tours. The temperature inside the Catacombs is always around 14°C/57°F, no matter what time of year, so it's a good idea to bring a light sweater. Also, the only bathroom break is at the end so please show up prepared and ready to tour!
Will this tour run if the Catacombs go on strike?
On occasion, the Paris Catacombs close due to strikes. If this affects your tour, we'll do our best to accommodate you on another Catacombs tour the following day. If that's not possible, a full refund will be provided.
What to bring?
We always recommend comfortable walking shoes on all of our tours. The temperature inside the Catacombs is always around 14°C/57°F, no matter what time of year, so it's a good idea to bring a light sweater. Also, the only bathroom break is at the end so please show up prepared and ready to tour!
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible due to stone stairways and uneven floors. If you have concerns about your mobility, please contact us in advance to discuss your needs.
Is this tour family friendly?
Yes, the tour is suitable for families with older children who are comfortable in dark, enclosed spaces. The Catacombs can feel eerie and confined, so it may not be ideal for very young children or those sensitive to tight spaces.
How much walking is involved?
The tour is 90 minutes and involves walking through underground tunnels and descending 130 steps. Comfortable, closed-toe shoes are strongly recommended, as the floors are uneven in places.
