The Catacombs of Paris, guided tour
Joined 2020
Skip the line to discover the very unique museum of catacombs of Paris, sheltering six million skeletons 60 feet beneath the streets, with a professional tour guide. As tickets may not be available for the guide to accompany guests into the Catacombs, please contact me to book in advance or plan other ways to tell you all about the Catacombs before you enter.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
1, avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy (place Denfert-Rochereau) 75014 Paris
Denfert Rochereau
Meet your guide in front of the catacombs museum, holding a panel saying "catacombs tour". Then, just relax and stroll into the dark galleries of the City of Light... if you dare!
The underground quarry
The first part of the tour is dedicated to this fascinating former underground quarry of limestone, in which the catacombs were established later. You will hear about the tough work made by quarrymen to built the monuments of Paris and find out the amazing amount of galleries running under the French capital.
The ossuary
The rest of the tour is taking place in the ossuary, in the middle of the remains of millions of Parisians. You will find out why the cemeteries of Paris were emptied of their content under the streets of the City of Light, and how they were transferred 60 feet deep. Your guide will point out at diseases, injuries, surgery marks still visible on the bones which shows the harshness of our ancestors' lives.
Exit the empire of death
Exit the museum with your guide to visit the souvenir shop or spend more time on your own inside the museum to take extra photos.
Ending Point
21 bis, avenue René-Coty 75014 Paris
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Professional cataphile tour guide
Skip the line tickets
Tips
Tour Important Information
There are 131 steps to climb down and 111 to climb up in a spiral staircase, which can be uncomfortable for claustrophobic. The ground is uneven and there are water pools sometimes. The temperature is 57F (14C) with a 98% of humidity which cause the place to be chilly after a while. A light jacket and walking shoes are advised.
The site is not suitable for wheelchairs nor strollers.It is forbidden to enter the Catacombs with a suitcase or a large bag. Only bags of 40 x 30 cm format are authorized. You can take photos but flash and tripods are not allowed.
Available Tuesdays to Sundays from 10am to 6pm
Saturdays and Sundays don't allow guided tours inside the Catacombs
Important message from the supplier
I'm available on Saturdays on request
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2020
About Tour Guide Leo K.
Hi there!
My nickname is Leo, I've been a tour guide in Paris and France for 6 years and I love my job and meeting people from all over the world to share my passion with!
My speciality is the museum of catacombs, which is a very unique site. I also do tours of the historical crimes and legends of Paris, the Eiffel Tower, Seine river cruise, Chartres and its cathedral, the cemetery of Père Lachaise, Le Marais and much more.
Reviews
Paul B.
“Fantastic time!”
Leo was a terrific guide, we saw so much and learned so much well worth it!
Philip M.
“Great fun on a chilly night ”
Enjoyed our tour with Leo. Super knowledgeable learned a ton about Henry IV. and the History of France.
Leo K.
I was happy to meet your family during that lovely night. I hope youll be back one day!
Lisa M.
“Incredible tour!”
Leo gave us an amazing tour of The Catacombs Museum in Paris. She is incredibly knowledgeable about all aspects of the museum and is a captivating storyteller. It is a once in a lifetime experience to be given a catacombs tour by a Cataphile that lives and breathes their passion. Thank you for such a unique and inspiring experience. This is a memory we will cherish.
Leo K.
Thank you so much Lisa and Kelsey for this great time with you and this lovely review! I wish you all the best and hope to see you again soon.
$140/ per group
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