Rome Catacombs Underground Tour
From€199
3 hours
Province of Rome, Italy
About this activity
Delve into Rome's rich history with a guided tour of its ancient catacombs and hidden underground sites, all in an intimate small group setting.
Highlights
- Explore Rome's ancient catacombs
- Discover hidden underground sites
- Small group experience (max 6 people)
- Expert local guide
- Rich historical insights
Full description
Uncover the secrets beneath Rome's bustling streets on this captivating tour. Led by an expert guide, you'll explore ancient catacombs, hidden underground sites, and learn about the city's rich history. With a maximum of six participants, enjoy a personalized experience that brings Rome's past to life. Don't miss this unique opportunity to see the Eternal City from a different perspective!
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Rome's ancient catacombs
- Visit to hidden underground sites
- Small group experience (max 6 people)
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
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How do historians and archaeologists learn about Ancient History? By exploring underground of course! Over the past few centuries underground exploration has revealed a vast amount of sites ranging from cult Pagan temples to early Christian Catacombs. This exclusive tour will visit two amazing sites, learning the secrets of the many layers of Rome. Your tour begins at the beautifully preserved Basilica of San Clemente where we descend over five stories underground. You will learn about Medieval popes and secret Pagan rituals admiring artistic masterpieces from the 2nd century AD until the 15th century AD. Explore mysterious religions and even discover fresh water sources that lie deep in the earth!
Duration: 30 minAdmission: YES
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Transfer
Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Led by your expert guide, hop on a pre-booked taxi that will then take you to one of the most well-known graveyards in Italy. Descend this ancient Christian burial ground and explore the narrow tunnels filled with empty graves – an ongoing point of fascination for historians. This part of the visit will be in a larger group, led by one of the Catacombs official guides. Finally, at the end of the tour you will be driven back to the center of Rome by a pre-booked taxi.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
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Transfer to San Clemente
Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine
- Photography is allowed in most areas
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Bring a bottle of water
- Be prepared for some stairs and uneven surfaces
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- The Catacombs visit will be in a larger group, led by their official guides
- There is no photography allowed in both sites visited on this tour.
- The price includes a private driver between the three sites.
- Places of worship have strict dress code requirements for entry. All participants are required to have shoulders and knees covered (no tank tops or short dresses) to enter.
- Offered in: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian. Please specify under “Additional notes” if you wish to book the tour in a language other than English.
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Enlightened in the catacombs.
Andy did a great job of showing us the most interesting of details. It was really good.
979kevinjMay 25, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Really Interesting Tour
An outstanding tour with such an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide. Really well planned out with the taxi taking us between the 2 sites and dropping us back into Central Rome. Highly recommend this tour.
Carol PMay 19, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Rome - Catacombs
Our guide, Massimo, was very good and full of knowledge. The history you learn and see is amazing. We definitely recommend this tour!
E819SDstephaniebMay 15, 2026TRIPADVISOR
terrific tour, highly recommended
Had a tour with Brando. He was terrific host and explained everything clearly.
X8372VKkevinsMay 13, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Awesome Catacombs tour
Brando is awesome! We loved this tour of the catacombs and Brando is so kind and informative. Highly recommend.
E3429ASpaigeeMay 13, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Additional information
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
The Catacombs visit will be in a larger group, led by their official guides
There is no photography allowed in both sites visited on this tour.
The price includes a private driver between the three sites.
Places of worship have strict dress code requirements for entry. All participants are required to have shoulders and knees covered (no tank tops or short dresses) to enter.
Offered in: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian. Please specify under “Additional notes” if you wish to book the tour in a language other than English.