Discover one of the most beautiful fortified cities of the Middle Ages on a 2-hour walking tour of Carcassonne. Learn more about the Cathar religion and the holy wars that raged at Europe's most comprehensive and formidable defensive fortress.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 hours
- Starting times 10:30 AM, 3:30 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English, French, Italian, Portuguese
Experience
- Visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Nazaré with its magnificent stained glass windows
- Hear incredible stories about the defensive techniques used to guard Carcassonne
- Learn about the Catholic Inquisition that eliminated the Cathars
- Guide for 2 hours
- Entrance fee to Comtal Castle (Château Comtal)
- Entrance fee to the Museum of the Inquisition (Musée de l'Inquisition)
- Food and drinks
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Prepare for the activity
Meeting point is outside Narbonne Gate (main entrance) next to the statue of Lady Carcas.
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- Comfortable shoes
- Comfortable clothes
Not allowed
- High-heeled shoes
- Pets
- Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
- Please note that this tour involves a lot of walking on cobblestone streets and some walking up stairs. It may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility
- Regrettably, the tour is not wheelchair accessible
- Please wear comfortable shoes (no high heels)
- Sunglasses are recommended in July and August
- Please note that the price of this tour depends on the number of customers per group
- This tour operates rain or shine