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Paris Catacombs Reserved Access Tickets

4.5/5(8,029)

Fany E

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

I loved it because we didn't have to wait in line and it's very easy to get there; we had no trouble getting in. Once inside, they gave us an audio guide. It's a truly excellent activity—highly recommended—and one of the most fascinating stories in France.

Erica L

Solo

Verified booking

4 days ago

Using headout was a very simple experience! As a first time solo traveler they made it very easy! Definitely recommend using them for different fun experiences. The catacombs were very interesting & somber. A great history lesson!

Mia V

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

I was so excited about coming to the catacombs during my trip to Paris. It ended up being even better than i could've imagined. So many bones and so much history hidden below Paris.

Debbie T

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

I have my 18 year old grandson, and I wasn't sure if I'd like it. It is a must see in Paris. It has been his favorite tour and we have been on 18. Don't miss it!

John W

Group

Verified booking

Last week

Tour was informative and the guide spoke English well. He also kept us moving but allowed time for everyone to take pictures. Steps were challenging but worth it.

Yvonne D

Group

Verified booking

Aug 2026

Easy to purchase tickets, catacombs experience was exceptional. The paid cruise however was a nighmare. We had to get the Metro to the wharf, but when we got to where the cruise started the queue went for miles ! We decided to sit and wait rather than to queue in the heat, but the queue kept getting longer and longer until it extended over the bridge. After waiting for in excess of an hour and a half, we decided to forego our paid for cruise. What a disappointment 😞 My recommendation would be to do the catacombs experience and further the cruise, you'd be better off doing the hop on hop off Batobus.

Step into the Paris Catacombs and explore its underground tunnels, centuries-old inscriptions, and the Port-Mahon gallery at your own pace with timed entry, which means you can pick a time slot.

Follow a multilingual audio guide in English, French, Spanish, or German that brings the history and stories of over six million Parisians to life.

Learn how the Catacombs evolved from a quarry to a vast ossuary, uncovering fascinating facts along the way.

For a complete experience, upgrade your ticket to include a 1-hour Seine River cruise and see Paris’ iconic landmarks from a fresh, scenic perspective.

Timed entry to the Catacombs

Audio guide in French, English, Spanish, and German

1-hour Seine River cruise (as per option selected)

Transportation

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Francine R
Couple
Verified booking
Aug 2026
It's a moving experience. It's the largest monument in Paris. A journey through the history of this great city. Plus, everyone at the entrance and at the reception desk is so friendly and funny! Thank you!
Mia V
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
I was so excited about coming to the catacombs during my trip to Paris. It ended up being even better than i could've imagined. So many bones and so much history hidden below Paris.
Gautami N
Couple
Verified booking
Aug 2026
Booking the Catacombs through Headout was a fantastic experience, smooth, hassle-free, and seamless from start to finish.
Orna E
Couple
Verified booking
Aug 2026
My first time here was about 25 years ago, what a massive difference!!! After a huge renovation, this place became one of the most interesting and unique places in Parts, no wonder why it's so popular. I hardly managed to find tickets for me and my daughter more than a week before we flew to Paris. It's a teaching experience, and you don't feel claustrophobic at all (unlike my first visit there) because you are walking with earrings that "feel" exactly where you are and tell you what you see.
Candy B
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Recommendation from my daughter and son they did forget to tell me is 131 steps on a spiral staircase. You need to go up and down and there is a lot of walking but it was fine with me. I'm a healthy 72-year-old it's an interesting part of French history and how someone thought of unique way to honor 6 million people that have died mostly from illness

Descend into the Paris Catacombs with an audio guide and explore the world's largest underground cemetery at your own pace.

Getting started

Arrive at the Paris Catacombs entrance at your reserved time and present your ticket for security screening and entry. After ticket validation, collect your audio guide and begin your self-paced exploration underground.

What to expect

Paris Catacombs

Venture twenty meters below Paris to explore the underground ossuary, where the remains of six millions of Parisians line intricate tunnels. This site, dating back to the late 18th century, offers a rare perspective on the city’s layered history.

Features

Timed entry: Select your preferred time slot to explore the Catacombs without waiting, letting you plan your visit exactly when it suits you.

Audio guide: Available in English, French, Spanish, and German, it shares all the key stories, history, and hidden details of the tunnels, ossuary walls, and Port-Mahon gallery.

Self-guided tour: Move at your own pace through the underground corridors, spending more time on sections that interest you and fully absorbing the fascinating history.

Upgrades

Seine River cruise: Add a 1-hour cruise after your Catacombs visit to see Paris from a completely different perspective, enjoying landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Notre-Dame from the water. Flexible timing lets you fit it seamlessly into your day.

What to bring

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.

Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.

What’s not allowed

Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

Suitcases, large bags, strollers, and motorcycle helmets are not allowed.

Smoking, drinking, and eating inside is strictly prohibited.

Strollers are not allowed at the venue; use a baby carrier.

Photography is allowed without the use of tripods or bulky equipment.

Pets are not allowed except for service animals.

Accessibility

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.

The experience is not recommended for visitors with heart or respiratory conditions, or for those who may be uncomfortable in confined spaces.

Children under 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Additional information

To navigate the Catacombs with ease, use the map available here.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.