Carcassonne Guided Tour

Explore the old town in Southern France with this Carcassonne Guided Tour. You'll discover the Cathar past of one of the most beautiful historic towns in the Occitania region!

Tour Details

At the indicated time, we'll meet in Place du Prado to begin our guided tour of Carcassonne.

Itinerary

First, we'll step through the ancient gates of Porte Narbonnaise, the grand entrance to Carcassonne's fortified city. We'll learn about the evolution of these defensive walls over the years, which is now one of the best-preserved citadels in Europe.

Then, we'll stop at the foot of the Carcassonne Castle, which you'll be able to visit on your own at the end of the tour. Next to this great bastion, undoubtedly one of the city's great monumental jewels, we'll let our imagination run wild with stories related to feudalism, the Cathars, and the Albigensian crusade.

Next, we'll stroll through the enchanting maze of medieval streets that wind through Carcassonne. As we explore, we'll continue learning about the city's rich history and marveling at its architectural splendor.

Lastly, we'll visit the Saint-Nazaire Basilica, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, where we'll enjoy the great luminosity that shines through its colorful stained glass windows.

Finally, we'll head back to the meeting point after 1.5 hours of medieval history.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

This guided tour will take you through some of the highlights of Carcassonne while providing insights into its rich history.

What you will do

Your guided experience begins at Place du Prado, where you will embark on a 1.5-hour journey through the medieval town, covering key historical points and attractions.

Included

• Professional guide
• Visit to the key historical sites of Carcassonne

Not Included

• Entry to Carcassonne Castle (can be visited independently after the tour)
• Food and drinks

Meeting Point

Meet at Place du Prado at the specified tour time.