Descend 20 m beneath Paris

Catacombs Paris Tickets 2025

Step into the eerie beauty of Paris’s underground ossuary on a timed-entry visit. Wander a 1.5 km route at a steady 14 °C, pass walls of carefully stacked bones, and uncover the stories of six million Parisians. Choose standard entry with audio guide or upgrade to small-group and VIP restricted-area tours for deeper access.

  • Timed-entry tickets for shorter queues
  • Audio guide available in EN / FR / ES / DE
  • Small-group & VIP restricted-area tours
  • Approx. 1 hour underground (route ~1.5 km)
  • Cool & humid: ~14 °C — bring a light layer
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Paris Catacombs ossuary tunnels with arranged skulls and bones

Top Selling Paris Catacombs Tickets

Go 20 meters underground through 1.5 km of tunnels and discover the hauntingly beautiful ossuary. Pick timed-entry with audio guide for a smooth visit, or upgrade to small-group and special-access tours that explore restricted areas. Many options include free cancellation.

Paris Catacombs ticket with audio guide

Paris: Catacombs Ticket and Audio Guide

Top rated

★★★★☆ 4.54 (11,236)

Timed-entry e-ticket plus multilingual audio guide. Explore at your own pace with clear narration and directions.

  • Timed entry
  • Audio guide
  • Self-guided
From €37 per person
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Catacombs entry and Seine River cruise combo

Paris: Catacombs Entry & Seine River Cruise with Audio Guide

Combo

★★★★☆ 4.36 (1,042)

Pair the underground labyrinth with a relaxing Seine cruise. Great value if you’re short on time.

  • Combo deal
  • Audio guide
  • Flexible timing
From €115 per person
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Catacombs entry with optional river cruise

Paris: Catacombs, Audio Guide, and River Cruise Option

Flexible

★★★★☆ 4.57 (909)

Secure your Catacombs slot with audio guide, then add a Seine cruise if you want a scenic follow-up.

  • Timed entry
  • Audio guide
  • Optional cruise
From €119.90 per person
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Catacombs special access guided tour

Paris: Catacombs Special Access Tour

Special access

★★★★★ 4.67 (852)

Go beyond the public route. Small group with a specialist guide and entry to restricted areas.

  • Guided tour
  • Restricted areas
  • Small group
From €139 per person
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Catacombs ticket with Seine River cruise

Paris: Catacombs Ticket and Seine River Cruise

Great value

★★★★☆ 4.09 (789)

Two essentials in one booking: underground history and waterfront views. Ideal for first-time visitors.

  • Combo
  • Flexible schedule
  • Popular
From €120 per person
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Small-group restricted access tour of the Paris Catacombs

Paris: Catacombs Restricted Access Tour

Small group

★★★★★ 4.93 (438)

Intimate group size and privileged access to areas closed to standard visitors. Deep storytelling included.

  • Restricted access
  • Expert guide
  • Limited capacity
From €159.90 per person
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Small-group skip-the-line Catacombs tour

Paris: Small-Group Catacombs Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry

Skip the line

★★★★★ 4.86 (115)

Faster entry, richer context. A guide leads you through the history, art, and symbolism of the ossuary.

  • Skip-the-line
  • Small group
  • Story-rich
From €199 per person
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Skip-the-line guided tour with special access

Paris Catacombs Skip-the-Line Guided Tour & Special Access

Guided

★★★★★ 4.81 (367)

Glide past queues and enter exclusive areas as your guide reveals how the Catacombs came to be.

  • Skip-the-line
  • Special access
  • Expert guide
From €129 per person
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Catacombs tour with restricted areas

Paris: Catacombs Tour with Restricted Areas

Exclusive

★★★★★ 4.75 (65)

Explore sections off the standard path and gain a deeper understanding of Paris’s subterranean past.

  • Restricted areas
  • Small group
  • Immersive
From €114.95 per person
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Catacombs Paris Tickets 2025 – Book Entry, Tours & VIP Access

Descend 20 m underground into a 1.5 km maze lined with carefully arranged bones. Timed-entry tickets keep waits shorter, and small-group or restricted-area VIP tours go beyond the standard route. Expect a cool, humid 14 °C and a total of 243 steps (131 down, 112 up).

Open Tuesday–Sunday, 09:45–20:30 (last entry 19:30). Closed Mondays, plus Jan 1, May 1, Dec 25. Capacity is limited to 200 visitors at a time, so book ahead—especially in summer and on weekends.

Catacombs ticket with audio guide and optional Seine cruise

Audio-Guide Ticket + Optional Seine Cruise

Secure your Catacombs slot with an audioguide; add a Seine cruise if you want a relaxing follow-up.

From €119.90 per person

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Small-group skip-the-line Catacombs tour

Small-Group Skip-the-Line Tour

Faster entry plus in-depth history, symbolism and conservation insights with an expert guide.

From €199 per person

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Catacombs ticket and Seine River cruise combo

Catacombs Ticket + Seine River Cruise

Two essentials in one booking: underground history and waterfront views. Good value for tight schedules.

From €120 per person

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Guided tour with restricted areas inside the Paris Catacombs

Guided Tour with Restricted Areas

Explore sections off the standard route in a limited-capacity group for deeper access and stories.

From €114.95 per person

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Catacombs Paris Official Ticket Prices 2025

Adult €31 (audioguide included) · Reduced €25 · Child 5–17 €12 · Under-5 free.

  • Full rate: €31 — audioguide included
  • Reduced: €25 — audioguide included
  • Child (5–17): €12 — audioguide not included
  • Under 5: free admission
  • Audioguide add-on: €5 for free/child tickets
  • Bookings open 7 days in advance (online recommended)

Prices can change—always check the official site before purchase.

What Included & Booking Tips for Catacombs Paris?

Timed entry; 1.5 km one-way circuit; average visit ~1 hour; constant 14 °C.

  • Arrive a little early for security checks and timed slots.
  • Standard route is 1.5 km, one-way only; plan about 1 hour inside.
  • Audio guides available; guided tours can add restricted-area access.
  • Cool, humid conditions: ~14 °C—bring a light layer and sturdy shoes.
  • Photography without flash is allowed; tripods are not.

Catacombs Paris Rules, Age & Suitability

Under-14s must be with an adult. Not advised for claustrophobia or cardiac/respiratory issues.

  • Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Not recommended for visitors with motor disabilities, claustrophobia, or cardiac/respiratory insufficiency.
  • Wheelchairs and walkers can’t access due to stairs and narrow passages.
  • Guide dogs are allowed for sight-disabled visitors (with an accompanying person).

Catacombs Paris Opening Hours & Best Time to Visit

Tue–Sun 09:45–20:30; last entry 19:30. Closed Mon & on Jan 1, May 1, Dec 25.

  • Hours: Tuesday–Sunday 09:45–20:30; last entry 19:30.
  • Closed: Mondays; Jan 1, May 1, Dec 25.
  • Capacity: limited to 200 visitors at a time—go early or late afternoon to avoid peaks.

Catacombs Paris Location, Entrance & Exit

Entrance: 1 Av. du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy (Denfert-Rochereau). Exit: 21 bis Av. René-Coty (~700 m away).

  • Entrance: 1, Avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy, 75014 Paris (Place Denfert-Rochereau).
  • Exit & shop: 21 bis, Avenue René-Coty, 75014 Paris — about 700 m from the entrance.
  • Metro/RER: Denfert-Rochereau (Metro lines 4 & 6; RER B).

Catacombs Paris Bags, Strollers & Facilities

No cloakroom. Bags ≤ 40×30×20 cm only. Strollers banned; restrooms at the exit.

  • No cloakroom; exit is ~700 m away from the entrance.
  • Only small bags up to 40×30×20 cm, carried by hand or in front.
  • Strollers are not allowed. Restrooms are available at the exit.

Catacombs Paris Steps, Depth & Conditions Underground

131 steps down, 112 up; depth ~20 m; cool 14 °C; narrow, dim and sometimes slippery.

  • Steps: 131 down + 112 up = 243 total.
  • Depth: about 20 m below street level.
  • Temperature: constant ~14 °C; humidity can be high.
  • Expect uneven floors, narrow passages and low light—wear sturdy shoes.

Etiquette, Safety & Easy Combos

No touching or removing bones; no eating/drinking; flash and tripods banned. Combine with a Seine cruise for a balanced day.

  • Respect the ossuary: do not touch or remove bones; bags may be checked on exit.
  • No eating, drinking or smoking inside.
  • Photography without flash only; no tripods.
  • Great pairings: Seine cruise, Montparnasse Tower, or a Left Bank walking tour.

Paris Catacombs Highlights

See stacked skulls and femurs forming crosses and patterns, historic inscriptions carved in limestone, and plaques recounting the city’s journey from quarry to ossuary.

Paris Catacombs skull and bone walls

Ossuary Walls

Rows of skulls and femurs arranged with geometric care, memorializing millions of Parisians.

Narrow tunnel within the Catacombs of Paris

Subterranean Tunnels

Former limestone quarries adapted into a one-way 1.5 km route beneath the city.

Historic inscription tablet in the Paris Catacombs

Inscriptions & Plaques

Stone tablets note street names, quarry galleries and moral epigraphs from the 18th–19th centuries.

Entrance pavilion at Place Denfert-Rochereau for the Paris Catacombs

Place Denfert-Rochereau

Enter beside the square; the exit is on Avenue René-Coty near the shop.

Paris Catacombs — Frequently Asked Questions

Plan a smooth underground visit: prices, hours, access rules, steps, temperature, bag policy, and more. Facts here follow the official Catacombs guidance. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}