Catacombs of Paris

An underground ossuary of around six million Parisians in former limestone quarries beneath Denfert-Rochereau — a cool, dim, unforgettable labyrinth, and one of the most extraordinary sights in Paris. Timed tickets essential.

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Type
Underground ossuary (1809)
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Address
1 Avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy, 75014 Paris
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Admission
From €31 · timed tickets · book ahead
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Opening hours
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Access
Métro Denfert-Rochereau (4, 6, RER B) — at the exit
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Nearby
Place Denfert-Rochereau, the Lion of Belfort and the Musée de la Libération are all at street level above.

Where it is — and what's around

Catacombs of Paris (pulsing marker) at the centre. Toggle the filters to show the heritage, restaurants and activities of the 14th — and the hotels around.