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Catacombs of Paris
(Catacombes de Paris)
Historic and Protected Site and Monument
Alésia, Paris
Has a stamp of approval from Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and New York Habitat
"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, 2014Skip 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, 2017Really 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, 2014The 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 1 week ago
RAKANJuly 3, 2023Twenty 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, 20166 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.
Muire McCallionApril 12, 2015Book 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
Melissa MeowJuly 16, 2016The 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!- Corentin CombalbertDecember 8, 2018I 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 ;)
- Corentin CombalbertDecember 6, 2018I 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 ;)
All-Paris-Apartments.comDecember 4, 2012The 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, 2017I 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
Greg TuttleJanuary 3, 2014An 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.- Marie La RueSeptember 14, 2019Skip the very long line by booking your tickets online. Audio guide is a must to understand history and context.
Roaming GnomeOctober 28, 20136 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
FilmsquareMay 25, 2013A 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.
Dylan CromwellNovember 23, 2014Afternoon 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!
Benjamin TenkeSeptember 7, 2014Some 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.
mike harveyMay 24, 2017It 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
Marina BurityMay 10, 2015It'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
Joanna TillmanApril 25, 2019Super 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.
Michelin Travel & LifestyleNovember 18, 2013Several million skeletons are here. In the galleries, the remains laid against the walls are a macabre decoration. – Green Guide Editor
James JessicaAugust 13, 2017Really 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
Dan Mondragón SomeraJanuary 3, 2019Not 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
Rachel ThianSeptember 23, 2019Was a great experience, good for people who like to explore the dark side, well and also learning on history.
Jon ChooOctober 28, 2014Six million Parisians are buried in this ossuary within the hundred of miles of tunnels beneath the city of light.
Ahuv 🇪🇺October 8, 2014You 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"
AmateurConciergeJune 30, 2018Gravesite of 6m parisians. An interesting experience. The French tourism website has skip the line passes !- Patrick WisemanJuly 1, 2019If 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.
Carlos RangelJanuary 10, 2022Just stay calm and do not scream, follow the path, do not mess up with the bones and the most important, enjoy the tour.
Otel.comOctober 17, 2011This 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.
New York HabitatSeptember 26, 2011The 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.
Tristan ComleyNovember 13, 2018Quite a cool experience, very different and interesting but rather expensive for what you get! Make sure you book in advance.
KatherineNovember 22, 2021Get ready to go up and down long spiral staircases! Don’t skip the audio tour
Matt RosenbergApril 15, 2013Get there early as the line can take over an hour sometimes. Only 200 ppl allowed in at a time. Worth the wait though.
YiannisMay 23, 20131. 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.]
CharlotteAugust 7, 2013Make sure you get there nice and early! At about 12:45 the queue stretched right around the block!
mon simonsNovember 1, 2013Be there at least 30 mins before they open. Waiting in line for 2 hrs is not uncommon, bring lunch. Also, bring flash light if you want to take better photos. It's slippery and watch for some puddle.
Ted EckmanSeptember 13, 2014Get here early. The line is a mile long. It wraps around the block and then some.
Brian CaffinAugust 27, 2013Get there at 9am at the latest. Went there at 9.30 am, place opens at 10am. Got in at 11.15.
hannah kApril 7, 2012Get there early! Don't bother queuing after 3.. Best to grab a coffee at the cafe next to Paul to access restroom !
Sarah ConradJanuary 25, 2015Go early to avoid waiting an hour in line. Also, if you act like an idiot and touch the bones, I will smack you.
Laura AldridgeApril 23, 2018Book the express ticket to jump the queue! Very creepy but fascinating. So many bones!
Manuel MontanariMay 20, 2010It's incredible how many rests are here... hundreds of meeters of bones-walls!! a one in a lifetime experience... beware of the humidity.. and there are no toilets! so be prepared. Worth it!
Jason LiszkaAugust 15, 2012Imagine a femur. Now imagine 100,000 femurs. Also it's a little dark. There, you've visited the Catacombs.Upvoted 1 week ago
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Catacombs of Paris
1 avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy (Place Denfert-Rochereau)
75014 Paris
France
75014 Paris
France
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+33 1 43 22 47 63
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