More so than shorts I would recommend knee pads. My kids were shorts and it didn't slow them down, but it was our first time there with no idea what we were walking into. Headlamp and knee pads!
Bring knee pads or buy in gift shop
I would say so. Cuts down on potential scrapes/rug burns etc.
I never wear shorts so, yes pants.
Yes for sure
Long pants do provide more protection
Yes because You will be crawling
Yes pants or sturdy shorts like cargo or jeans.
Definitely
It may help. Definitely will give you an extra layer. Shorts will do.
If you plan to crawl through the catacombs you might want to wear long pants.
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