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Catacombs of Paris
Catacombs of Paris
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1 avenue du Colonel Henri Roi-Tanguy
75014 Paris, France
011- 33-1-43-22-47-63
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Walking Tour
Special Collection
Historical Landmark
Catacombs of Paris Description
A stomach-dropping descent down a spiral staircase, winding tunnels, thousands of bones lining the walls, a dark and dank interior … this is the creepy world that awaits you when you visit the Paris catacombs, the city's municipal ossuary (it's official name is l'Ossuaire Municipal ). The self-guided underground tour lasts about an hour as you walk at your own pace along this mass gravesite. This gruesome attraction, which entices thousands of visitors a year, is as bone-chilling as it is fascinating — a perfect activity for families who aren't faint of heart.
Kid Tips
Babies: You can't take a stroller on the twisty spiral staircases.
School-Age Kids: Admission is free for those younger than 14.
Pre-Teens & Teens: The catacombs are a must-do for this age group as long as yours won't have nightmares about seeing the skulls and bones of the some 6 million Parisians buried here.
Planning Notes
- Wear sturdy shoes. You walk up and down two narrow staircases (one 9-year-old counted 83 steps on the ascent) and along the underground tunnels.
- Bring a jacket. Even when it's hot summer above ground, the catacombs are chilly.
- Not for small children. This is not a baby or toddler-friendly activity, but something you will want to do with older children.
- Expect long lines. Only 200 people are allowed in the catacombs at one time, which means that lines can be long and slow-moving. As with many of the most popular places in Paris, it's best to get to the catacombs right when they open.
Just the Facts
Hours: Open Tuesdays-Sundays from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. (last entry is at 4 p.m.)
Fees: $10-$20
Recommended Time: 1 - 2 hours
Reviews of Catacombs of Paris
catacombs are awesome!
By JulieAH August 26, 2010 | Son: Age 13
my 10-year old son loved this place! he loved that it was kind of scary but not that scary. he is still talking about it, and is dying to go back. Read More
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