Catacombs of Paris
38 people recommend, 8 warn against itvia r/paris, r/ParisTravelGuide, r/askparis30 comments cited below
The comments cited below are a sample of the full tally across 26 threads.
What people say, in short
Most visitors who mention the Catacombs recommend them, and several name it among their favorite Paris sights. Several visitors say to book tickets well ahead, since they can sell out, and one visitor warns it is not for anyone who is claustrophobic. A couple find it too tiring or heavy to pair with the Louvre or Versailles, and several would skip it for other sights or when time is limited. A few visitors say the walk-through is quick, while one visitor finds the bones repetitive after the first stretch.
Address
Catacombs of Paris, 1 Av. du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy, 75014 Paris, France
At a glance
- Opinions divided
- Yes
- Known for
- Walls of skulls and bones, Audio guide tour
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/Fsahly in r/paris · Jul 2026weather
Suggests the Catacombs; being underground, it stays cool without needing air conditioning.
- Recommendsu/pat1122 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Aug 2024
Strongly recommends the guided tour with its audio guide; calls it fascinating and a favourite outing.
- Recommendsu/roguescott in r/ParisTravelGuide · Nov 2024uniqueness
Says they enjoy eerie sites and names the Catacombs as an example.
- Recommendsu/SneakyLinux in r/ParisTravelGuide · Jan 2024uniqueness
Named as their top favourite place visited; the tour felt spooky and atmospheric.
- Recommendsu/imokruokm8 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Sep 2024uniqueness
Calls the catacombs a bit cliché but says they fit a weird, dark, scary theme.
- Recommendsu/Gratin_de_chicons in r/ParisTravelGuide · Oct 2024crowds
Calls the catacombs a must for dark sights despite being touristy; suggests booking quieter hours.
- Caveatu/love_sunnydays in r/ParisTravelGuide · May 2025
Would skip the Catacombs for another art museum if art is the priority.
- Caveatu/Roo10011 in r/ParisTravelGuide · May 2025visit time
Would probably skip the Catacombs since it means a long day.
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- Caveatu/Msnia_ in r/ParisTravelGuide · Aug 2024access
Advises booking weeks ahead; they missed out by not planning in advance.
- Recommendsu/JaneAustinAstronaut in r/ParisTravelGuide · Jun 2026
Says the Catacombs were their best museum visit on a recent trip, ahead of several major sights.
- Recommendsu/__Nux in r/ParisTravelGuide · May 2025
Lists it among the must-do sights.
- Recommendsu/No-Tone-3696 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Jan 2025
Schedules the Catacombs for the morning of day four.
- Recommendsu/okcornjerker5150 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Oct 2026access
Advises that tickets release exactly a week ahead, so buyers must book at the right local moment.
- Recommendsu/CeCherSerge in r/paris · Jul 2026
Suggests the Catacombs or museums as options for the visit.
- Recommendsu/readynow6523 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Jun 2026
Names the Catacombs as a suggestion, with no further comment.
- Recommendsu/sahara654 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Apr 2026access
Thrilled to have timed tickets after the reopening; their children are keen to go.
- Caveatu/Redraft5k in r/ParisTravelGuide · Aug 2024
Warns that the bones and skulls in the enclosed space can be intensely unsettling.
- Recommendsu/Max8993 in r/askparis · Mar 2024
Named as one of the sights that are worth the trip.
- Recommendsu/Porgdaporg in r/ParisTravelGuide · Jan 2024access
Advises booking early since it often sells out; it was the one must-do for their spouse.
- Recommendsu/escargotgeant in r/ParisTravelGuide · May 2026
Mentions the catacombs have reopened and suggests them as an option.
- Recommendsu/OuiLoveCheese in r/ParisTravelGuide · May 2026
Says they were a standout highlight of their Paris trips.
- Caveatu/carolina822 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Mar 2026uniqueness
Would cut it with limited time; repetitive bones and a long walk.
- Mixedu/rovingred in r/ParisTravelGuide · Jul 2025visit time
Finds the Catacombs very cool but quick to tour, so not worth planning a whole day around.
- Recommendsu/No-Football-8410 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Jun 2025uniqueness
Says not to miss them, calling the visit unique and special.
- Recommendsu/Cualquier_Nombre_ in r/ParisTravelGuide · May 2025
Suggests the Catacombs as an optional stop for a longer day.
- Recommendsu/ciboulettelierre in r/ParisTravelGuide · Jan 2025
Would combine it with the Panthéon and Luxembourg Gardens in one easy walking day.
- Recommendsu/Physical-Ad-4093 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Oct 2024access
Calls the catacombs fun, but says tickets must be booked roughly a week ahead.
- Recommendsu/sassielassie81 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Sep 2024
Says they visited a couple of weeks ago with kids and found it very neat.
- Recommendsu/The_Slim_Spaydee in r/ParisTravelGuide · Jan 2024uniqueness
Named as the most memorable tourist attraction they visited.
- Recommendsu/LittleMrsSunshine13 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Jan 2024uniqueness
Named as a highlight of their recent trip.
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