Private Express Tour of Roman Catacombs with Transfer
About this activity
Highlights
- Skip-the-line access to ancient catacombs
- Private transportation for comfort
- Expert guide sharing historical insights
- Explore Rome's underground history
- Efficient 2-hour tour duration
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation to and from the catacombs
- Skip-the-line entry to the Roman Catacombs
- Expert guide providing historical insights
- 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). From here, you'll hop on a van to the catacombs. 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
- The tour is conducted in English; please ensure you understand the language.
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas; follow the guide's instructions.
- The catacombs may be cooler than the city; consider bringing a light jacket.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven surfaces.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Ensure your camera is charged to capture the historical sites.
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
Fantastic
Anazing lots of info. Great with children! Learned so much and he had a great respect for the dead and taking care of the property
Unbelievable history!
This is an experience that I feel fortunate to have done. The catacombs are unbelievable, sacred, and a bit spooky. It was so amazing to actually experience so much history and to realize how extensive they were. We were fortunate to have a private tour, so no crowds and our guide was very knowledgeable!
Ernesto is great
Excellent! He walked slow and spoke slowly to allow us to understand him. Tour was great. Highly recommend!!!!!!!!!!!
Informative tour
The tour was very informative and a lot of fun. The explanations were very thorough and no questions remained unanswered.
Great!
Our guide Ernesto was great! Super interesting tour, great job! It goes deep into catabombs and experiences virtually up close