Private Underground Tour of St. Clement's Basilica
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore ancient underground temples
- Skip-the-line access to St. Clement's Basilica
- Learn about Rome's layered history
- Discover hidden archaeological sites
- Experience a private guided tour
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Expert guide
- Skip-the-line access
- Comprehensive tour of underground temples
- Food and beverages
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Tours are conducted in English; please ensure you understand the language.
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas; follow the guide's instructions.
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible due to the nature of the underground sites.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven surfaces.
- Bring a camera to capture the intricate details of the underground sites.
- Be prepared for a moderate amount of walking and stair climbing.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- An appropriate dress-code is required in order to enter the churches: knees and shoulders should be covered
- This tour is subject to weather conditions and/or liturgic-calendar events. If canceled you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
- Photography and filming inside the basilica’s is not allowed
- Your phone should be on put on silence before visiting the basilica’s
- If you choose to extend your tour with the optional visit to Santo Stefano Rotondo, please note that the itinerary may vary. Depending on the schedule, you may begin your visit at Basilica San Clemente and proceed to Santo Stefano Rotondo, or vice versa
- It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved and you will be walking many steps and stairs
- Pets are not allowed inside the basilica’s
- We recommend you to bring your own headphones in order to minimise plastic waste
- The frescoes inside the Basilica di Santo Stefano Rotondo depict graphic scenes of martyrdom and may not be appropriate for children
- Please note that the extended option with Santo Stefano Rotondo may occasionally be unavailable due to special events or liturgical celebrations
Traveler reviews
Hidden Treasure
What an amazing experience- Rome is full of hidden treasures, and this was certainly one of them! Mario was the perfect guide, and has so much knowledge about each and every place on our tour! I was so excited about this tour, and was not disappointed! I would highly recommend this tour!
Wow! Just wow!
This is a must see if you are in Rome! It was FASCINATING! Standing on a floor from 329AD - it's mind blowing! It's such a non -descript building from the outside - but inside - wow - just wow!
A quiet beautiful gem!
We loved our guide for our San Clemente! The mosaic work in the basilica was stunning. The history of the underground structure is so well preserved. We would highly recommend this tour.
Excellent tour of St. Clements's Basilica with Tara Bos.
We had a very informative and enjoyable tour with Tara Bos. We learned so much! Although St. Clement's Basilica isn't a major attraction in Rome, Tara made it incredibly interesting and worthwhile.
No clapping please!
The museum and crypt were outstanding as well as the Gregorian cha t concert. I only wish that they had instructed the audience not to clap after each chant- it was very disruptive and spoiled the sacred mood of the chants. Save applause until it is over.