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Catacombs of Paris

1 Avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy, 75014 Paris

GPS 48.8338, 2.3322

Open directions

Getting there

Directions to the entrance.

How	Time	Cost	Notes
Train: Take Paris Metro Line 4 or Line 6 to Denfert-Rochereau station.	2-5 minutes walk from the station to the entrance.	Standard Metro ticket	This is the most direct and common way to reach the entrance.
Train: Take the RER B commuter train to Denfert-Rochereau station.	2-5 minutes walk	Standard Zone 1 ticket	Great option if you are coming from Charles de Gaulle Airport or the northern/southern suburbs.
Bus: Take RATP Bus lines 38 or 68 to the Denfert-Rochereau stop.	1-3 minutes walk	Standard Bus ticket	Provides a scenic above-ground route to the 14th arrondissement.

When to go

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The site is open Tuesday to Sunday from 9:45 AM to 8:30 PM. It is closed on Mondays. The best time to visit to avoid crowds is early morning on weekdays during the low season (October to May).

What to bring

A light sweater or jacket, as the tunnels remain a constant 14°C (57°F) year-round
Comfortable, flat walking shoes or boots for uneven, slippery ground and 243 total stairs
A small purse or bag measuring under 40x30x20 cm
A camera or smartphone with good low-light capabilities
A fully charged power bank, as using flash/camera drains batteries quickly
Your pre-booked timed-entry digital ticket
A bottle of water for the outdoor waiting line (cannot be consumed inside)
An umbrella or raincoat for waiting outdoors before entering, depending on the weather

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Wear comfortable, flat walking shoes.

You will climb 243 stairs and walk on uneven ground.

How the day runs

A sample schedule for your visit.

A simple plan to see the Catacombs efficiently.

9:30 AM
Arrive at Denfert-Rochereau
Take Metro Line 4 or 6. Walk 2-5 minutes to the entrance.
9:45 AM
Enter the site
Show your pre-booked digital ticket and begin the 131-step descent.
10:00 AM
Walk the quarries
See the Port-Mahon Sculptures and learn about the geology.
10:15 AM
Enter the Ossuary
Walk through the Empire of the Dead and view the stacked bones.
10:45 AM
Exit ascent
Climb the 112 steps to return to the street.

Rules and Packing

Suitcases, large bags, motorcycle helmets, and strollers are forbidden. Your bag must measure under 40x30x20 cm. If you bring a small backpack, you must wear it on your front to avoid bumping the fragile walls. See Bag Policy Rules for details.

The temperature underground is a constant 14°C (57°F) with high humidity. Bring a light sweater or jacket. Flash photography is allowed, but tripods and selfie sticks are banned.

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Planning questions

How many steps do you have to climb in the Paris Catacombs?

Visitors descend 131 steps to enter the tunnels. To exit, you must climb a narrow spiral staircase of 112 steps.

Is it cold inside the Paris Catacombs?

Yes. The temperature underground is a constant 14°C (57°F) year-round. Humidity is also high. Bring a light jacket.

Where is the entrance to the Paris Catacombs?

The entrance is located at 1 Avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy, 75014 Paris. It is a 2-5 minute walk from the Denfert-Rochereau Metro station.