Paris Catacombs Tour with VIP Access to Restricted Areas
Overview
Venture below the avenues and Metro tunnels of Paris and into the Catacombs, whose population of skeletons far outnumbers the living city above. This small-group tour includes access to areas of the Catacombs that are normally closed to the general public, giving you a deeper and more immersive experience. Exclusive sights include the Sacellum Crypt, where bones were blessed before beginning their rest in the tunnels.
What's Included
- Special access to restricted areas closed to general public
- Small groups to ensure an intimate experience
- Guided visit of the Paris Catacombs
- Local English-speaking expert guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off
- Food/Beverages
Meeting Location
1 Avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy
75014 Paris, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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The Paris Catacombs
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- We regret that we are unable to accommodate pushchairs or strollers on our tours.
- Please note that Special Access areas may be closed on some days.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Activity code: C-3731CATACOMBS
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Special access to restricted areas closed to general public.
- Small groups to ensure an intimate experience.
- Guided visit of the Paris Catacombs.
- Local English-speaking expert guide.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off.
- Food/Beverages.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Paris Catacombs Tour with VIP Access to Restricted Areas is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Paris Catacombs Tour with VIP Access to Restricted Areas will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Special access to restricted areas closed to general public
- Small groups to ensure an intimate experience
- Guided visit of the Paris Catacombs
- Local English-speaking expert guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off
- Food/Beverages
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- We regret that we are unable to accommodate pushchairs or strollers on our tours.
- Please note that Special Access areas may be closed on some days.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
