Catacombs of Paris: Skip The Line

- Skip the line access to the Catacombs
- See the skeletons of former Parisians
- Visit the scary monument constructed back in 1788
- Learn the history of Paris with an audio guide

Ever wondered what it would be like to visit real catacombs? Now you have the chance! You set the pace yourself during this tour, as you  explore the morbid, yet fascinating underground corridors and see real human remains from former Parisians.

How did the Catacombs come to be? It all started in Paris in the late 1700s when the city faced a serious problem: Paris' inner city graveyards were overflowing, causing epidemics and annoying the Parisians. They didn't like stepping over corpses on their way through the streets. Understandable, right?  

When the overfilled graveyards caused basement wall collapses, it was clear  that something had to be done. Workers carried the human remains from the graveyards to the mine shafts near Rue de la Tombe-Issoire. Today over six million bodies rest there, and that amount is actually almost three times the population of Paris today! Now you have the chance to visit the Catacombs and see everything with your own eyes.

Shortly after your booking is complete your e-ticket is sent directly to your email, just print it out and bring it on your tour. Mobile vouchers are accepted.

- For this tour we only sell adult tickets. 
- Temperatures in the Catacombs can get as low as 14°C, so dress appropriately. 
- For safety reasons it is forbidden to enter the Catacombs with suitcases and luggage. Only bags up to 40x30cm are allowed and they must not be carried on the shoulders. Also note that there are no cloakroom facilities available onsite.
- This tour is not suitable if you have heart or respiratory issues or a nervous disposition.
- There are 131 steps down and 112 steps back up.

Adult (18+)

Please check the calendar for available dates and times.