An object of enduring curiosity, the Paris Catacombs were installed in the galleries of a former quarry that was used to provide building stones for the capital. Twenty meters underground, an ossuary containing the remains of several million Parisians is found. The presence of statements, poems and other sacred or profane texts adds a meditative aspect to the circuit. 

Offer your guests a unique experience by enabling them to visit the Paris Catacombs outside opening hours. 

Private tours in French or English last an hour to an hour-and-a-half and can be organized outside of public hours, Available Tuesday to Sunday, starting from 8:30 p.m.
They are led by a lecturer and are organized in groups with a maximum of 20 participants.
There is a flat rate for groups from one to ten people.
Up to three groups can be organized (departure every fifteen minutes).

The tour can be prolonged with a cocktail at the end of the circuit (35 participants maximum).

Rates for private visits (taxes included):

  • 2 861,93 € up to 10 people (1 group)
  • 4 522,42 € up to 20 people (1 groups)
  • 6 024,76 € up to 40 people (2 groups)
  • 7 643,30 € up to 60 people (3 groups)

(excluding fees for guides)

Reservations must be made at least thee weeks before the desired date.

 

 

 

Filming and photographs 


The unique atmosphere of the Paris Catacombs and their very strong image offer a range of unusual backgrounds for filming and photo shoots for feature films, documentaries, interviews, photo sessions and advertising.
Because of the memorial character and exceptional nature of the site and its fragility, particular attention is paid to requests for filming and photo shoots.
Requests for filming or photo shoots must be made at least two weeks ahead.
 

Tell us about your filming project

Film: Application Form
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