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Catacombs of Paris

(Catacombes de Paris)

Historic and Protected Site and Monument

Alésia, Paris

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Catacombs of Paris

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"Narrow and spiral staircase and lots of bones"(8 Tips)
"Audio guide is a must to understand history and context."(5 Tips)
"Buy tickets in advance or pay a line waiter through a tour company."(5 Tips)
"2km of underground tunnels made up of human skeletons."(4 Tips)

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Jonathan StraussDecember 9, 2014
Skip the very long entry line by paying €6 more for a guided tour (on top of the €10 admission). Check website for tour times, show up 15min before, go to the front of the line and ask for the tour.
DevonikaOctober 27, 2017
Really great visit such a unique place.I was appalled by the flow of mostly French people who used flash to take pictures and touch bones even though Its strictly forbidden... Conservancy anybody ?
Erika TigueJanuary 30, 2014
The tunnel floors get damp so be sure to wear proper shoes to prevent slipping. Also, at the end of the tour is a narrow, spiral staircase up. Be prepared for a climb. It's totally worth it though!
Upvoted Apr 23
RAKANJuly 3, 2023
Twenty meters underground✨ containing the remains of several million Parisians. unique site recalls the history of these Parisians ✨ but the tickets was pricy and the long time waiting is headache 🤕
Amy van der PlasJuly 13, 2016
6 million Parisian skeletons were buried here over the past centuries. Beautiful yet creepy. It's definitely worth a visit, but get your tickets online to skip the queue.
Corentin CombalbertDecember 6, 2018
I went there 3 times and each time I am so impressed of the Catacombs. You have to see this unique place and it's cooler there than outside during summer, we can call it a "chill" place ;)
Corentin CombalbertDecember 8, 2018
I went here 3 times and each time I am so impressed by the Catacombs. You have to see this unique place, and it's cooler here than outside during summer, we can call it a "chill" place ;)
mike harveyMay 24, 2017
It was very good, me and my girlfriend went. Opens at 10am (as of writing) we got there early and went straight in. 10 euros very good. Little gift shop at the end
Melissa MeowJuly 16, 2016
The queue crazy. It's better to book online or book a guided tour to skip the queue! Also good to have an audio guide to listen to the explanations about the place otherwise your trip will be wasted!
FilmsquareMay 25, 2013
A large portion of the catacombs, which is not open to the public, was used as a gypsum quarry and featured in the James Bond film Moonraker (1979) as the tunnels under Hugo Drax's base of operations.
Muire McCallionApril 12, 2015
Book a guided group tour (we used Get Your Guide). Great value for money and they even stand in the queue for you while you grab a coffee. Really knowledgable & fun - it adds so much to the experience
All-Paris-Apartments.comDecember 4, 2012
The Catacombs of Paris is just one indoor place where you can have fun while escaping the winter cold. Read on to find out some other good indoor places in the city. Read more
💎TJanuary 8, 2017
I came in January and although there was a bit of a line, it moved very quickly. If you're on a tight schedule, book online and pay an extra 15€ to skip the line
Marie La RueSeptember 14, 2019
Skip the very long line by booking your tickets online. Audio guide is a must to understand history and context.
YiannisMay 23, 2013
1. Wear sensible shoes. 2. Take a leak, before you get in line. 3. Pack a lunch. 4. If there is ANY chance of rain, take an umbrella. [Comments 2-4 refer to the 2-hr wait you're in for.]
Allison KasicJune 15, 2019
Get the audio guide. The signs inside aren’t very informative.
Dylan CromwellNovember 23, 2014
Afternoon line was incredibly long so go early or sneak / bribe your way into the front of the queue unless you want to wait over an hour to get in. Once inside it's really worth it though!
Greg TuttleJanuary 3, 2014
An incredible experience. Well worth the wait in line, but plan on getting there at 8:30 to gain entry with the least wait. Be prepared for lots of steps and a 2km walk.
Roaming GnomeOctober 28, 2013
6 million people...er remains of people...live...um are buried here. It's certainly one thing you want see before you die... and uh after you die too apparently. Hotel Reco: http://bit.ly/16fiErE
Jon ChooOctober 28, 2014
Six million Parisians are buried in this ossuary within the hundred of miles of tunnels beneath the city of light.
Marina BurityMay 10, 2015
It's a very peculiar place and worth the visit if you are not claustrophobic. Arrive early to avoid lines and be aware that the exit is far from the entrance, don't get lost
Michelin Travel & LifestyleNovember 18, 2013
Several million skeletons are here. In the galleries, the remains laid against the walls are a macabre decoration. – Green Guide Editor
Dan Mondragón SomeraJanuary 3, 2019
Not suitable for claustrophobic. Quite interesting, do it at least once in your visit to Paris. Purchase your ticket in advance and be aware of the opening hours
Ahuv 🇪🇺October 8, 2014
You will have to queue for 2-3 hours but its worth it as no other city has something like this. Bring a book. This underground cemetery is awe-inspiring, not a scary horror "attraction"
Rachel ThianSeptember 23, 2019
Was a great experience, good for people who like to explore the dark side, well and also learning on history.
Carlos RangelJanuary 10, 2022
Just stay calm and do not scream, follow the path, do not mess up with the bones and the most important, enjoy the tour.
Benjamin TenkeSeptember 7, 2014
Some people say that the last admission is at 4pm but it changed or its depending on the season of the year. When i visited the catacombes in september the last admission was at 7pm.
Joanna TillmanApril 25, 2019
Super cool and creepy. I went during winter and it was empty but if you go in the warmer months go first thing in the AM.
James JessicaAugust 13, 2017
Really cool. Don't bring a backpack if you don't have to. You'll knock some bones over! Pay the extra €6 to save the 5 hours of wait time
AmateurConciergeJune 30, 2018
Gravesite of 6m parisians. An interesting experience. The French tourism website has skip the line passes !
Miquel SVOctober 20, 2017
Get the tickets in advance in order to avoid the queue.
Tristan ComleyNovember 13, 2018
Quite a cool experience, very different and interesting but rather expensive for what you get! Make sure you book in advance.
Jim StoddartSeptember 28, 2017
Spooky soundtrack optional. Recommend the audio guide.
KatherineNovember 22, 2021
Get ready to go up and down long spiral staircases! Don’t skip the audio tour
Otel.comOctober 17, 2011
This underground ossuary has tunnels and crypts that are both eerie and interesting. The tour takes about 45mins-1 hr. Ages under 14 not allowed w/o companion. €8 adults, €4 ages 14-26, €6 ages 60 up.
CharlotteAugust 7, 2013
Make sure you get there nice and early! At about 12:45 the queue stretched right around the block!
Jason LiszkaAugust 15, 2012
Imagine a femur. Now imagine 100,000 femurs. Also it's a little dark. There, you've visited the Catacombs.
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Patrick WisemanJuly 1, 2019
If you are waiting in the line you've made a big mistake. Buy tickets in advance or pay a line waiter through a tour company.
New York HabitatSeptember 26, 2011
The famous Catacombs is one of Paris’ most mysterious attractions. Get there at least 30 minutes before the 10AM opening as the lines are known to get long.
Ted EckmanSeptember 13, 2014
Get here early. The line is a mile long. It wraps around the block and then some.
Renaissance HotelsMay 29, 2012
Indulge morbid curiosity. Tour the beautifully arranged graves of 6 million Parisians in the 3000 km tunnel network under the city. For more local tips, follow us on 4sq or check out www.renhotels.com
Jason StokesMarch 3, 2012
Try getting drunk first. You'll be sober by the time you get in.
K HSeptember 6, 2013
Go and hour and a half before it opens and have coffee across the street. You can monitor the lines and still eat some breakfast.
Harri BennettOctober 21, 2017
Go early or pay extra to book tickets - we got there around 3pm on a Tuesday and stood in line without moving for an hour. Ended up leaving as we didn't want to waste any more time
Ayush AggarwalJune 6, 2016
Must place to go in paris. need time as line is there
ChristianDecember 30, 2013
Choose a rainy day and go around 15.30 most likely there won't be any queue anymore. Worked for me however I could have been lucky. Normally you have to wait for 1.5 hours.
Iva KoevskaJune 12, 2016
Definitely get the online tickets and skip the line.
Charles WolfordOctober 16, 2016
Every time I visit is more interesting than the last. Probably my favorite place in Paris
Dennis LiuFebruary 28, 2014
Arrive before the opening at 10, otherwise prepare to stand outside and wait. Only 200 people are allowed in at a time and it's about 46 minutes to an hour and a half if you are listening to the guide
James DeeFebruary 11, 2018
Buy tickets ahead of time through the Office of Tourism. Then, you can skip the line and save 45min+

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