Catacombs of France

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The Catacombs of Paris (French: Catacombes de Paris, ) are underground ossuaries in Paris, France, which hold the remains of more than six million people …

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Jan 9, 2025
What a surprise once I ignored all the very expensive tours to this place. Find the actual website and book abs date and time for you visit which will cost about 30 euros not the hundreds offer by ev… Full review by True W
Jan 8, 2025
Wow, what an experience this was. It doesn’t take long but it is well worth it. Be prepared for a sombre experience and treat yourself at Paul’s cafe across the road afterwards. Full review by Kirsty H
Jan 6, 2025
Oh man, this is seriously amazing. I didn’t do it on earlier trips to Paris but my wife convinced me this time - and I am so so glad I did. The audio guide was also very well pitched - not too much… Full review by SueB3929
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who discovered it
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I am not sure that ‘discovered’ is the right word. My understanding is that many Centuries back, it used to be an active Mine - which eventually was disused. In parallel, as …
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I am not sure that ‘discovered’ is the right word. My understanding is that many Centuries back, it used to be an active Mine - which eventually was disused. In parallel, as Paris grew, it continued run out of burial space - so the decision was made to use the mine tunnels / site as an alternative burial site. And various burial sites / remains were relocated to this site.
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I've tried to book for next friday (13th october) as I know the tickets only come out online a week before. I can see …
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I've tried to book for next friday (13th october) as I know the tickets only come out online a week before. I can see options for Thursday and Saturday however Friday I cannot select the date (it is greyed out). Does anyone know of a reason why or suggest how I can book? Other days that are sold out are highlighted in red so doesn't appear thats the case. We're only there Friday to Sunday and itinerary is pretty tight. Thansk Katie
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Thanks this is on the official site that I can't seem to select for Friday.
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How strict are they with backpacks? I have a standard sized backpack and wondering if I will be allowed in with that.
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We went in with a small backpack and no issues. They will look into as you exit to make sure you didn’t take any “souvenirs”!
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Hi Does it is enough to buy the normal ticket online and not skip the line as it doubles the price?
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Wasn’t aware of a fast track ticket. We all queued in allocated time slot lines. If you’re too early they say come back.
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Answer by Beverley P · Mar 11, 2023
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