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

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 and Audio Guide
Top ratedTimed-entry e-ticket plus multilingual audio guide. Explore at your own pace with clear narration and directions.

Paris: Catacombs Entry & Seine River Cruise with Audio Guide
ComboPair the underground labyrinth with a relaxing Seine cruise. Great value if you’re short on time.

Paris: Catacombs, Audio Guide, and River Cruise Option
FlexibleSecure your Catacombs slot with audio guide, then add a Seine cruise if you want a scenic follow-up.

Paris: Catacombs Special Access Tour
Special accessGo beyond the public route. Small group with a specialist guide and entry to restricted areas.

Paris: Catacombs Ticket and Seine River Cruise
Great valueTwo essentials in one booking: underground history and waterfront views. Ideal for first-time visitors.

Paris: Catacombs Restricted Access Tour
Small groupIntimate group size and privileged access to areas closed to standard visitors. Deep storytelling included.

Paris: Small-Group Catacombs Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry
Skip the lineFaster entry, richer context. A guide leads you through the history, art, and symbolism of the ossuary.

Paris Catacombs Skip-the-Line Guided Tour & Special Access
GuidedGlide past queues and enter exclusive areas as your guide reveals how the Catacombs came to be.

Paris: Catacombs Tour with Restricted Areas
ExclusiveExplore sections off the standard path and gain a deeper understanding of Paris’s subterranean past.
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.

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 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 + 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
Explore sections off the standard route in a limited-capacity group for deeper access and stories.
From €114.95 per person
Check availabilityCatacombs 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.

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

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

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

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}
Adult: €31 (audioguide included) · Reduced: €25 (audioguide included) · Child 5–17: €12 (audioguide not included) · Under-5: free. An audioguide costs €5 when not included. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Yes. Tickets are released online 7 days in advance; capacity is limited and entry may be paused when the site is full. Booking a timed slot online is strongly recommended. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Tuesday–Sunday: 09:45–20:30, last entry 19:30. Closed on Mondays and on January 1, May 1, December 25; open on July 14, August 15, November 1, November 11. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
The one-way circuit is about 1.5 km. Allow around 45–60 minutes. You’ll descend 131 steps and climb 112 steps back up (total 243). :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Expect a constant temperature of about 14 °C with high humidity and dim lighting. Wear sturdy, non-slip shoes and bring a light layer even in summer. Floors can be uneven and slippery. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Entrance: 1 Avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy, 75014 (Place Denfert-Rochereau). Exit & shop: 21 bis Avenue René-Coty, about 700 m from the entrance. Metro/RER: Denfert-Rochereau (M4/M6, RER B). Restrooms are available at both the entrance and the exit. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Only small bags measuring less than 40 × 30 cm are allowed. They must be carried by hand or in front of your body. No cloakroom or luggage storage is available on-site. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. The Catacombs are not accessible to wheelchair users and are not recommended for visitors with motor disabilities, claustrophobia, or cardiac/respiratory insufficiency. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Yes. Audioguides are available in French, English, Spanish and German. When not included in your ticket, the audioguide costs €5 and lasts about 45 minutes. You may use your own earphones with a jack connector. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
Personal photography without flash is allowed; tripods are prohibited. It is strictly forbidden to touch or remove bones, smoke, eat or drink in the Catacombs. Bags may be checked on exit. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
Guide dogs for the blind are allowed, and sight-disabled visitors must be accompanied. White canes are prohibited inside the galleries for safety and preservation reasons. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
The Catacombs lie about 20 meters (≈ a 5-story building) beneath street level. The site limits attendance to 200 visitors at a time to protect the monument and ensure safety. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
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