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Skip-the-Line Paris Catacombs Tour: Explore the Dark Side of the City of Light
Uncover the hidden depths of Paris with our Skip-the-Line Paris Catacombs Tour, delving into the city's mysterious and macabre past. Beneath the charming streets, romantic boulevards, and iconic landmarks lies an eerie parallel city, the final resting place for over six million souls. Stretching across 200 miles of former quarries, the Paris Catacombs form a complex network of tunnels, making it one of the most intriguing sites in the City of Light.
As one of the most popular attractions in Paris, the Catacombs offer a unique blend of history and mystery. With our exclusive Skip-the-Line Access, you can bypass the long queues and explore this dark, yet fascinating, underworld within minutes.
Your journey into Paris' depths is guided by one of our top-rated City Wonders experts. In a small group of either 19 or 6 people*, your English-speaking guide will lead you 65 feet below street level, venturing beneath metro lines and sewers to reach the heart of the Catacombs. As you cross the threshold, you'll encounter a chilling inscription: "Arrête! C’est ici l’empire de la mort" or "Stop! Here lies the empire of death." This forewarning sets the tone for the eerie sights that await.
Wander through tunnels and galleries adorned entirely with skulls and bones, where the past comes to life through your guide's enthralling narratives of bygone Paris. Gain access to exclusive areas closed to the general public, including the Port Mahon Gallery, featuring sculptures carved out of rock, a testament to a quarry worker's five years of secret toil.
Explore other hidden sections, such as the Quarryman's footbath, the Sacellum Crypt or altar for blessed bones, the Sepulchral Lamp signaling sufficient air, and Gilbert's Tomb, associated with famous figures like Rabelais and Robespierre.
Embark on this intimate voyage into Paris' dark underbelly, a journey few have experienced. Unearth the secrets of the Paris Catacombs and immerse yourself in a world of history and intrigue.
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Información adicional
● It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 20 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded
● Our guides will be holding a sign at the meeting point for easy recognition
● The Catacombs are quite small and dark in places. This tour may not be appropriate for individuals with claustrophobia
● We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours
● Given the nature of the Catacombs, they are often wet, dirty, and a little slippery. They are also a cool 14°c year-round. Customers should be aware of these factors and dress appropriately with a sweater during summer months. Comfortable walking shoes are also recommended
● Customers are invited to bring a flashlight, although this is not obligatory
● Non-flash photography is permitted throughout the tour
● France’s tourist sites are among the most popular in the world. Skip the Line Access and careful planning limit our crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours
● Please note you will need to walk down 130 steps to access the Catacombs and climb 80 fairly steep steps to exit at the end of the tour
● We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions
● Please note that Special Access areas may be closed on some days
● We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions
● IMPORTANT: This tour requires a minimum of 4 people to operate. If the minimum is not reached, refunds or alternative dates will be offered
Incluye
✔ Special access to restricted areas closed to general public
✔ Expert, English-speaking tour guide
✔ Small groups of no more than 15 people or Semi-Private group of 7 people or less(According to option chosen)
✔ Entrance ticket and reservation fee for the Paris Catacombs
No incluye
✖ Recogida y regreso al hotel
✖ Entradas, comidas y bebidas, excepto si se especifica expresamente en las inclusiones del tour
✖ Otros servicios no especificados
Política de cancelación
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the service. Cancellations after this time limit or no show, no refund provided.
Punto de encuentro
At the entrance to the Catacombes de Paris. He/She will be holding a sign up to identify themselves. To arrive at the Catacombs by Metro please take Line 4 or Line 6 to the Denfert-Rochereau metro stop and exit using “Sortie 1”; the entrance to the Catacombs can be found directly across the street from this exit.