Why to wait to see the Catacombs? Explore it while going down into the 200-mile labyrinth of bone-lined galleries and former quarry tunnels. An inscription at the entrance reads “Arrête! C’est ici l’empire de la mort”, or “Stop! Here lies the empire of death”. In this eerie empire, you’ll encounter the remains of such dignitaries as Rabelais and Robespierre, among more than 6 million other former Parisians. Our tour includes an audio guide that you can use in this visit. You will receive your ticket and the Audio guide from our guide who will meet you at your hotel. Our guide will give you an introduction about the Catacombs, but will not interfere with your tour down there. The guide will lead you till the entrance and say goodbye then you can enjoy the tour in more privacy and on your own pace.
Pickup included
You will receive your tickets and the Audio guide from our guide who will meet you at your hotel and be with you till you enter the catacombs. The Paris catacombs consist of an extensive underground network of tunnels originally dug as limestone quarries during the building of some of the city’s famous monuments. Beginning in the late 18th century, remains from Paris’ overcrowded cemeteries were exhumed and transported here for storage, with thousands of bones neatly arranged into piles along the walls. Delve into this eerie underworld with an exclusive Private tour. Wander through the dimly lit labyrinth that winds beneath the city’s famous streets. Marvel at the stacks of human skeletons that greet you at every turn while your guide illuminates the history of this soul-stirring ‘empire of death.’
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Your Guide will have your tickets and will accompany you.