Private guided tour of the citadel of Carcassonne

Let your guide take you along the cobbled streets of the medieval citadel and get a first-person feel of its past military power. Go on an unforgettable journey along the three kilometers of walls, rich with exceptional heritage. At checkout, select the guide you believe will suit you best, or just take a blind pick! Go with Julien for a visual arts focus, Gwen for a history focus, globetrotter Amelie for a cultural focus, or Anna for a more "offbeat" and unusual tour!The Classique 1h30 option itinerary follows the old streets, a passage between the walls, the exterior of the Comtal castle the basilica outside and inside subject to accessibility (closed on Sunday mornings and during religious ceremonies). Pick the Complete, 2-hour option if you want to add an in-depth study of the Cathar theme, the house of the inquisition and the gate of Aude.

Highlights

Visit the most impressive medieval citadel in Europe
Relive its 2600 years of history
Pick the guide that best suits your interests!

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Activity package

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Facilities

mobile

Available in English, French, Spanish

What's included

Guided walking tour

Not included

Entrance fees to the Comtal castle (the itinerary includes a tour of the outside only)

Where you'll meet

The guided tour starts right outside the medieval citadel: Meet the guide at the main gate, at the foot of the Dame Carcas statue.

Operated by

Carcassonnetours

Important information

* Listed prices are per person * The Saint-Nazaire basilica is closed on Sunday mornings and for special celebrations: only the outside can be visited then * This tour is not wheelchair accessible