Touristation: Rome Underground Catacombs Guided Tour
2 hours – 4 hours
Commentary: Guide · fr, de, it, pl, es, en
Rome, Italy
About this activity
Discover what lies beneath Rome with a guided tour of the Catacombs. Descend into the dark maze of the Roman Catacombs on a trip from Rome with transportation included.
Highlights
- Be transported back to ancient times as you take a tour of the Catacombs in Rome
- Benefit from the transfer by open bus through a panoramic route
- Visit the extensive tunnels which were once a burial ground and place of worship
- Hear the fascinating history and stories of these sacred places from your guide
Full description
Embark on a fascinating underground tour of the Catacombs, taking you into the unusual history of Rome. Head far below its busy streets and towering monuments to the concealed side of this ancient city. Follow along as your expert guide tells reveals little-known mysteries of Rome's darker side.
Begin your tour at one of the most spectacular centrally located squares in Rome, Venice Square, next to the Townhall. Hop on a panoramic bus and head to the Catacombs, following a roundtrip panoramic route.
Begin your underground tour and explore these extensive tunnels lined with tombs carved right out of the rock, and hear the fascinating history of these sacred places.
Learn about how dating almost 2,000 years to the 2nd century AD, this extensive network of underground tunnels was once a burial ground and a place of worship for the first Christians in Rome.
Begin your tour at one of the most spectacular centrally located squares in Rome, Venice Square, next to the Townhall. Hop on a panoramic bus and head to the Catacombs, following a roundtrip panoramic route.
Begin your underground tour and explore these extensive tunnels lined with tombs carved right out of the rock, and hear the fascinating history of these sacred places.
Learn about how dating almost 2,000 years to the 2nd century AD, this extensive network of underground tunnels was once a burial ground and a place of worship for the first Christians in Rome.
Included / Excluded
- Skip-the-line ticket for Catacombs
- Guided tour (Italian, English, French, Spanish, German, and Polish)
- Return transfer from Touristation Aracoeli Office (Piazza d'Ara Coeli, 16)
- Food and drinks
Meeting point
Start Location
Touristation Aracoeli, Piazza d'Aracoeli, 16, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas; please follow the guide's instructions.
- The tour involves walking through narrow and uneven passages; consider your comfort with confined spaces.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven surfaces.
- Bring a light jacket, as temperatures underground can be cooler.
- Ensure your shoulders and knees are covered when entering religious sites.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Additional information
Meeting point: Piazza D'Aracoeli, 16