Descend 133 steps into the fascinating Parisian underworld with our exclusive semi-private Paris Catacombs tour. This 30-minute VIP experience in Paris offers a rare opportunity to explore the city's dark history, skipping the notoriously long lines that plague regular visitors. Accompanied by an expert guide, you will wander through the narrow limestone tunnels originally quarried in the 13th century to build iconic landmarks like Notre-Dame, before they became the final resting place for over six million Parisians.
On this premium tour, you will discover the hauntingly beautiful 'Bone Art' created by workers who meticulously arranged skeletal remains into shapes like hearts, religious icons, and the famous 'Barrel' in the Crypt of the Passion. Your guide will also bring history to life with tales of the French Resistance and German soldiers who used these tunnels as bunkers, and the legendary ghost of Philibert Aspairt. Best of all, you will enjoy exclusive VIP access to restricted areas of the Catacombs that are closed to the general public, making this a truly unique adventure.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as you will descend 133 steps and walk on uneven ground. Bring a light jacket, as the temperature underground remains cool at around 14°C (57°F) year-round.
This semi-private tour is the ultimate way to experience the Paris Catacombs without the crowds. With a strict limit of only 200 people allowed inside at once, our VIP ticket guarantees you bypass the massive queues. Furthermore, you will gain exclusive entry into restricted chambers that standard ticket holders cannot access, all while enjoying personalized storytelling from a passionate local guide.
Yes! This VIP tour grants you special access to exclusive sections of the Catacombs that are closed to the general public.
The tour begins with a descent of 133 steps and ends with an ascent of 112 steps. There is no elevator access.
Yes, the underground tunnels maintain a constant temperature of about 14°C (57°F) all year round, so we recommend bringing a sweater.
