The deepest publicly bookable version of the underworld.
In our comparison: #6 of 6 in Catacombs Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Small Group Tour - EnglishThe page price | Guided tour with a small group of 15 people or fewer | €189 |
| Semi Private Tour - English | Semi-private tour with 7 people or fewer for a more intimate experience | €199 |
Children from €179 (ages 4 to 14). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 1,006 of 1,107
Star breakdown of all 1,107 ratings
Reviewers value the storytelling and restricted access; some report groups larger than advertised.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (31 May 2024 to 19 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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Your guide, an English-speaking local expert, will lead your group into the 200-mile labyrinth of bone-lined galleries and former quarry tunnels. At the entrance, an inscription reads, “Arrête! C’est ici l’empire de la mort” – “Stop! Here lies the empire of death.” Here, you’ll see remains of dignitaries like Rabelais and Robespierre, among over 6 million former Parisians. While standard visits stick to public routes, your guide takes you beyond the usual path. Discover hidden sites like Gilbert’s Tomb and the Port Mahon Gallery, where an 18th-century quarry worker secretly carved sculptures over five years before a tragic cave-in. You’ll also see the Quarryman’s Footbath and the Sepulchral Lamp, whose flame reassured workers that the air was safe. As you explore, your guide brings to life the history, legends, and mysteries of this underground world. After this journey 65 feet beneath Paris, you’ll never see the city the same way again.
2h · Admission includedVenture 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.
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If you cancel at least 2 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #6 of 6 | €189 | 2h | 4.61 (1107) | shared |
| Paris Catacombs Semi-Private Max 6 People Guided Tour | €209 | 1h 30m | 4.96 (251) | shared |
| Catacombs of Paris Small Group Restricted Access Tour | €190 | 2h | 4.87 (322) | shared |
| Paris Catacombs Guided Tour | €139 | 1h 30m | 4.86 (266) | shared |
Ranked #6 of 6 in Catacombs Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €139 to €209, median €190; typical length 1h 45m. 0 of 6 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 6 Catacombs Tours