Visit the mysterious underground world of Odessa Catacombs on a 2.5-hour private guided tour. The labyrinths of the Catacombs are spread for about 1550 miles (2500 km) under the city of Odessa and its surroundings. Many pages of Odessa's history are connected with the Catacombs. It used to be limestone quarries, a place where the smugglers sold their goods, and a hiding place during the World War II. Nowadays, it is a famous attraction and no visit to Odessa is complete without this tour
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Professional guide
Transport by private vehicle
Gratuities
Important Information
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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The temperature inside the Catacombs is 57°F(14°C); dressing warmly is recommended
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Not recommended for travelers with walking disabilities
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Your driver and guide will pick you up from your hotel and you will head to the outskirts Odessa, Nerubayskoye Village, where the catacombs are located. The temperature in the Catacombs is about 57°F (14°С) all year round and they are one of the longest in the world. The Odessa catacombs don’t resemble the ones in Rome and Paris, offering you a brand new experience.
The history of this attraction starts in the 19th century, with the appearance of the limestone quarries. Odessa was a fast growing city and people needed a cheap construction material for the buildings. As a result, long underground labyrinths emerged under the city. It wasn’t safe and soon the mining was prohibited, however the catacombs have remained untouched till today.
Your professional guide will tell you many stories that took place in the catacombs and you will see how much this place means to Odessa and the citizens of the city. Once it was the place where robbers and smugglers hid from the police and you will hear a lot of facts about the criminal past of the city.
You will get a lot of new impressions after visiting Odessa catacombs; it is an unforgettable experience. After the tour, your driver will bring you back to the hotel.
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Partisan Glory Museum
One of the most important pages of the catacombs history is related to the World War II, when Soviet partisans hid there. There is an underground Museum of Partisan Glory and you will visit it during this tour.
Visit the mysterious underground world of Odessa Catacombs on a 2.5-hour private guided tour. The labyrinths of the Catacombs are spread for about 1550 miles (2500 km) under the city of Odessa and its surroundings. Many pages of Odessa's history are connected with the Catacombs. It used to be limestone quarries, a place where the smugglers sold their goods, and a hiding place during the World War II. Nowadays, it is a famous attraction and no visit to Odessa is complete without this tour
