Paris Catacombs Tour | Semi-Private Underground Experience Reviews

Unforgettable Experience with an Unforgettable Guide

We visited Paris a year ago, but unfortunately weren't able to secure a Catacombs tour. This year, we made sure to book it early and having experienced LivTours earlier this summer on several tours throughout Italy, we only want to tour with LivTours. What a pleasant surprise when Remi arrived to guide us! Last year Remi took us over 1000 feet in the air to the top of the Eiffel Tower. This year, he took us 65 feet underground for our Catacombs tour! We were so happy to see him and it turns out he is just as good below the ground as he is above it! Remi is super funny, engaging, and full of knowledge. He explains things so concisely and effectively but does so with a great sense of humor and timing. We have never had a negative experience with LivTours and would welcome the opportunity to tour with any LivTours guides in the future. In fact, we look forward to it! Thank you!!

Incredible Underground World

Walking through the catacombs is surreal. The semi-private group made it comfortable, and our guide answered every question. I left with a mix of awe, respect, and curiosity to learn more about Paris’ hidden history.

Definitely Not Your Usual Paris Tour

While everyone else was queuing for museums, we were deep underground exploring history most people skip. The WWII and French Revolution stories gave it so much more weight than I expected. It was unforgettable.

An Unusual but Essential Tour

This was unlike anything else we did in Paris. Seeing how Parisians transformed a problem of overcrowded cemeteries into a solemn underground world was eye-opening. Our guide brought empathy to every story.

Deep Dive Into Paris’ Darker History

Learning about overcrowded cemeteries and why bones were moved here gave me a whole new perspective on Paris. It’s not just creepy—it’s practical history. The restricted rooms were fascinating.

Perfect Semi-Private Setting

I saw larger tour groups rushing past us, but we had time to pause, ask questions, and reflect. The semi-private setup made the whole experience more meaningful and less overwhelming.

A Highlight of Our Paris Visit

We did several tours during our trip, but the catacombs stand out the most. Santiago gave such rich historical context that I felt I was seeing more than just bones—I was walking through history.

Something You’ll Never Forget

The Crypt of the Passion gave me chills, especially “The Barrel.” Our guide suggested we stand quietly for a moment, and the silence in that chamber was unforgettable. I’ll be telling friends about this for years.

Unique Family Adventure

We weren’t sure if this would be too intense for our kids, but they absolutely loved it. They were fascinated by the carvings and the tales of WWII bunkers. It was both educational and thrilling.

Eerie Beauty Underground

The tunnels are haunting but also strangely peaceful. Gözde explained how workers created bone mosaics to bring dignity to the space. That human touch made it less frightening and more moving.