Private Tour
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Mobile ticket
This guided tour is private you will not be mixed with other travelers. The tour adapts to your pace. You will experience an immersion in the history of a unique place occupied by man for 2500 years.
It is an opportunity to discover the mysterious Cathars and religious convictions that led them to the stake. Relive epic battles of tragedies and moments of glory.
Hear a few verses from the medieval troubadours who walked the streets of the city.
Understand cathedrals and their architecture. Marvel at the beauty of stained glass.
Following an official guide means being guaranteed that he can take you anywhere safely. He will share with you his passion and the secrets of the Medieval City.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Possible option with visit to the castle courtyard (entrance fee not included)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Certified licensed guide
Entrance to the castle museum
Chateau et Remparts de la Cite de Carcassonne
The tour begins at the entrance of the city and then leads us between the walls in the "lices". Then we contemplate the castle and enter the basilica enjoy the magnificent stained glass windows.
Carcassonne Center
The visit takes you through the cobbled streets of the medieval city and its picturesque houses. The walls can be admired from the Lices just like the old Saint Nazaire cathedral.
Enter the castle: Pass the castle gates, enjoy the pro skip the line rate and comments in the courtyard of the castle count
Duration: 2 hours: Visit the city and pass through the castle gates on this extended tour.
58 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
jdl0217,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
Lydia was fabulous! Extremely informative, passionate about the history of the town, answered all our questions. We learned a ton about both the history and architecture of Carcassonne, which made the visit so much more interesting.
Susan L,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
A great storyteller we could have listened to all day - brought the towns history alive, kept us entertained
Teresa R,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
We had our tour with Lydia of Carcassonne. She was full of historical information about the fortress and fun anecdotes. We walked around much of the area and she pointed out small details that we wouldn’t have noticed on our own. Highly recommend this tour.
Geir S,
Aug 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
This was a very exciting tour with a great guide. He had interesting stories to share and was very good in explaining how the fortress was built.
Michael M,
Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our guide was punctual and very knowledgeable told interesting stories and was able to accommodate a wide age range 6 - 48 years old
Vacation64580004512,
Jul 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The guided tour with Fellipe was amazing. We could not have hoped for better, and his explanations made us appreciate the castle and its ramparts even more. Happy continuation to him!!
H4131YApaulw,
Jun 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Personally tailored, very knowledgeable and interesting. All dates and sieges, history of the basilica. Fascinating.
55m9hvgz8y,
Jun 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
Very enjoyable and educational tour. Guide was very knowledgeable about the construction and history of the old city and made it very interesting for all of us. Highly recommend.
236aurom,
May 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Even though we are from the area, we learned a lot from a very friendly guide and who introduced us to this city. the guide was very erudite and able to answer any questions
Claudine B,
May 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Very good guide who adapted to the whole family with children from 16 to 7 years with a lot of humor It also interested adults
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