Express Roman Catacombs Tour with Transfer
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore ancient Roman catacombs
- Visit Basilica of San Clemente
- Learn about early Christian history
- Enjoy comfortable round-trip transport
- Experience Rome's hidden underground sites
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from central Rome
- Guided tour of the Roman Catacombs
- Visit to the Basilica of San Clemente
- Food and beverages
Itinerary
Meet your guide at the meeting point 20 meters from our office. Here you can have access to free WiFi and leave your luggage (for the duration of the tour). Once in the park of the Catacombs, venture 16 meters below the surface into the otherworldly crypts of Domitilla. Explore the accessible part of its endless labyrinth of underground burial chambers laid out on 4 levels. Be captivated by ancient wall-paintings of mythological and biblical figures and discover the religious symbolism of the frescoes. Revive the shift of faith from paganism to Christianity and feel the power of prohibited belief while learning about early martyrs and persecutions. Live the excitement of gradually exploring different layers of history and complete your underworld experience in the 4th-century subterranean Basilica of Nereus and Achilleus.
Jump again on the minivan and be back in the city center in the blink of an eye.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas
- Children under 6 years old are free
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Bring a bottle of water
- Be prepared for some walking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Traveler reviews
Chiara was so fantastic...
Chiara was so fantastic and made the tour so special. She was so passionate and knew so many interesting facts. We loved it!
Catacombs of Domitilla Express Tour
Daniel our tour guide was very knowledgeable, humorous and friendly, he had lots of good information and made the tour very enjoyable!
Guided tour of catacombs
Interesting guided tour with a very knowledgeable guide
Catacombs tour
Great tour about the history of the catacombs. Our tour guide was excellent, lots of information about the burial site.
Excellent Catacombs tour
Fascinating exploration of the catacombs of Rome. Daniel spoke perfect English and was a history geek extraordinaire. I learned more about the beginnings of Christianity on this tour than a similar tour of the Basilica of St Peter. I highly recommend you include this tour on your trip to Rome.