Duration
Open today
Audio guide
4.3/5
(745)
Elizabeth
William
Hanna
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Pick this combo and experience Paris from two completely different perspectives: its hidden underground world and its beautiful riverfront, making for a day you won’t forget.
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Enjoy timed entry to the Catacombs so you can start your adventure right when it suits you, without waiting in long lines.
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Explore the tunnels and ossuary walls at your own pace, guided by an audio tour in English, French, Spanish, or German that brings the history and stories of the Catacombs to life.
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After your underground journey, step onto a 1-hour Seine River cruise and take in Paris’s iconic landmarks from the water, with audio commentary available in 14 languages.
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Flexible departure times for the cruise make it easy to plan the day exactly how you like it.
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Paris Catacombs
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Timed-entry tickets to Catacombs with priority access
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Audio guide in French, English, German, or Spanish
Seine River Cruise
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1-hour Seine River cruise
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Audio guide in French, English, Hindi, Arabic, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Dutch, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Journey beneath Paris with timed Catacombs entry and discover city icons on a flexible 1-hour Seine River cruise.
Getting started
Begin at the Catacombs’ main entrance, where your timed ticket grants access after a security check. Collect your audio guide, then descend the staircase to start your self-guided exploration.
What to expect
Paris Catacombs
Venture into the world’s largest underground ossuary, a labyrinth holding the remains of millions of Parisians. These tunnels, cool year-round at 14°C (57°F), offer a reflective look at the city’s layered history.
Features
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Timed entry: Start your visit exactly when it works for you, avoiding long lines and giving you the freedom to plan your day.
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Audio guide: Available in English, French, Spanish, or German, it brings the Catacombs’ tunnels, ossuary walls, and hidden stories to life as you explore.
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Self-guided exploration: Move at your own pace through the Catacombs, spending more time on areas that fascinate you without feeling rushed.
Seine River cruise
After your Catacombs visit, enjoy a 1-hour cruise on the Seine at a time that suits you within the ticket’s validity.
Features
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Iconic landmarks: Glide past the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Notre-Dame Cathedral, seeing Paris from a new perspective.
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Audio commentary: Available in 14 languages, offering insights into the city’s history and architecture as you sail.
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Flexible schedule: Choose your departure time for the cruise, adding convenience to your day of discovery.
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What to bring
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Comfortable shoes and warm clothing are recommended, as the Catacombs maintain a temperature of around 14°C (57°F) and the tunnels can be slippery.
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Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
What’s not allowed
Catacombs
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Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Suitcases, large bags, strollers, and motorcycle helmets are not allowed.
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Smoking, drinking, and eating inside is strictly prohibited.
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Strollers are not allowed at the venue; use a baby carrier.
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Photography is allowed without the use of tripods or bulky equipment.
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Pets are not allowed except for service animals.
Seine River Cruise
- All boats on the Seine River Cruise are non-smoking. However, some of the boats are equipped with an outdoor terrace where it is possible to smoke.
Accessibility
Catacombs
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The Catacombs are not accessible to wheelchair users or those with limited mobility due to numerous stairs (130 steps to enter, 112 steps to exit) and uneven surfaces.
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The experience is not recommended for visitors with heart or respiratory conditions, or for those who may be uncomfortable in confined spaces.
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Children under 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
Seine River Cruise
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This experience is wheelchair accessible.
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Guests with larger bags will not be allowed to enter due to a lack of storage facilities.
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Toilets are only available on board the boats. No sanitary facilities are accessible on the pontoons.
Additional information
- To navigate the Catacombs with ease, use the map available here.
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The voucher will be shared 2 to 24 hours before the start time.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
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Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Ticket redemption point
- Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.
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