Paris Catacombs Guided Tour with Exclusive Access to Secret Areas in Paris
Paris, France

Paris Catacombs Guided Tour with Exclusive Access to Secret Areas

Outty Ranking 80 4.7 · 951 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $129

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80/100

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4.7/5

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Is Paris Catacombs Guided Tour with Exclusive Access to Secret Areas worth booking?

Paris Catacombs Guided Tour with Exclusive Access to Secret Areas is a 2-hour experience in Paris, France, from $129 per person. It scores 80 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 951 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
80 / 100
Rating
4.7/5 (951)
Duration
2 hours
From
$129 per person

Below the streets of Paris lurks an entire secret history of the city’s dead. On this unique storytelling tour, you’ll visit the Paris Catacombs to see the remains of millions of Parisians and learn about the fascinating

What you get

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Access to special areas of the Paris Catacombs
  • Expertly guided walking tour
  • Skip-the-line ticket for Paris Catacombs
  • At 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM, and 5:30 PM, this tour has a group size of 6 for a more intimate experience

About this experience

Below the streets of Paris lurks an entire secret history of the city’s dead. On this unique storytelling tour, you’ll visit the Paris Catacombs to see the remains of millions of Parisians and learn about the fascinating ways in which this ancient city has dealt with its dead. As you explore these eerie tunnels you also enjoy parts of the Catacombs usually closed to the public and facts and stories from an expert local guide. Please note: This tour has a decreased group size of six people and a modified price on select days to allow for a more intimate experience.

What's included

Included

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Access to special areas of the Paris Catacombs
  • Expertly guided walking tour
  • Skip-the-line ticket for Paris Catacombs
  • At 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM, and 5:30 PM, this tour has a group size of 6 for a more intimate experience

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

What you'll see and do

  1. The Paris Catacombs

    Once inside, your knowledgeable guide ushers you through the extensive subterranean network, created when Parisian leaders undertook the greatest civil engineering project of their time to address the overcrowding in their city's cemeteries. Tour the Catacombs' main tunnels to discover a city of dead beneath the City of Lights and then explore two special access tunnels.

    120 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Paris

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at 2 avenue du General Leclerc (Café du Rendez-vous).

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

Outside of the Catacombs.

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Group size
Up to 14 travelers per booking
Operated by
Walks - France

Know before you go

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
  • Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify areas visited on the day of the tour.
  • The catacombs are subject to closures due to strikes. If time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, cancellations may be communicated at the meeting point.
  • Please note: This tour has a decreased group size of six people and a modified price on select days to allow for a more intimate experience.
  • This tour is in English.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 953 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

8 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Knowledge and storytelling

8 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Traveler reviews

953 verified traveler reviews for Paris Catacombs Guided Tour with Exclusive Access to Secret Areas. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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bellacI6447IV · August 2026

Great Tour With Jonny

Jonny was amazing! Wonderful tour guide, very informative and great experience :)

via Tripadvisor

Sharon_H · August 2026

Fascinating

I wasn’t sure what to expect on this tour - you need to be able to walk a lot of stairs down and back up - but I have to say this tour is fascinating and not macabre . 6 million odd skeletons neatly packed - it was hard to process the extent of the tunnels and bones. Well worth a visit . A guided small tour provides so much more information

via Viator

Peter_C · August 2026

An interesting and rare tour well worth wild.

This tour was not about death, but a problem solved by things that happened in the past. It was a very very interesting and informative activity that my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed. Our tour guide on the Amber was just the best on our exclusive access tour. Giving us insight and interesting facts that happened recently.

via Viator

Viviana_F · August 2026

The worst

VIATOR MAP SENT ME TO THE WRONG LOCATION TWICE. I have been on the phone for over an hour trying to get it all sorted out. I will never use this app again

via Viator

matthewhD3399WA · August 2026

Fun and informative

Jonny was an excellent guide. Lots of interesting facts that are not part of the typical signage. Fun extras on the the tour that were not part of the standard fare.

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
2 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Price range
$129 to $179
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
333
Verdict
Strongly Recommended

Why this scores 80

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)78
Review evidence (18% weight)94
Booking momentum (14% weight)93
Value for money (12% weight)32
Listing quality (10% weight)94
Local standing (8% weight)59
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Paris Catacombs Guided Tour with Exclusive Access to Secret Areas: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.

How much does Paris Catacombs Guided Tour with Exclusive Access to Secret Areas cost?

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Prices start at $129 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Paris usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Paris Catacombs Guided Tour with Exclusive Access to Secret Areas take?

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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Paris is not rushed.

Is Paris Catacombs Guided Tour with Exclusive Access to Secret Areas worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 80 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 951 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Paris Catacombs Guided Tour with Exclusive Access to Secret Areas?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Paris Catacombs Guided Tour with Exclusive Access to Secret Areas suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Paris Catacombs Guided Tour with Exclusive Access to Secret Areas?

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Around 333 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Paris can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Paris and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Paris Catacombs Guided Tour with Exclusive Access to Secret Areas start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Paris within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Paris?

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Paris rewards travelers who book ahead. The headline museums sell timed entry weeks out, the best food walks cap at eight people, and the Seine cruises that are worth doing are the ones that leave after sunset. Everything below is scored by the Outty Ranking so you can tell a genuine local favorite from a coach-tour filler in a single glance. On Outty we rank every Paris experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX, Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Paris?

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April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Paris?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

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