The Original Rome Crypts & Catacombs Tour with Transfers
The Original Rome Crypts & Catacombs Tour with Transfers
Guided Tour in English
Discover Rome's hidden history on this fascinating Crypts & Catacombs tour, exploring eerie underground burial sites and historic crypts. Immerse yourself in the eerie beauty and mystery of ancient Rome’s most fascinating burial sites.
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After-Hours Tour - 2h30
- Discover Rome's hidden history on this fascinating Crypts & Catacombs tour, exploring eerie underground burial sites and historic crypts. Immerse yourself in the eerie beauty and mystery of ancient Rome’s most fascinating burial sites.
- Exclusive Evening Tour Option: Choose this option for an exclusive tour at 5:00 PM, after the public has left the Catacombs of Rome.
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Private Tour in English
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Hotel Pick-upl : This option provides the comfort and convenience of personalised hotel pickup
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Highlights
Venture into Rome’s shadowy and sacred underground world on this skip-the-line tour of the city’s most mysterious sites. Begin with the ancient Catacombs, where early Christians carved intricate tunnels beneath the city to bury their dead and practice their faith in secret. Walk through narrow passageways filled with centuries-old tombs, guided by a knowledgeable expert who brings this hidden history vividly to life.
Next, explore the hauntingly beautiful Capuchin Crypt, decorated with the bones of thousands of monks in a striking tribute to mortality and the afterlife. Then step into the Basilica of San Martino ai Monti, a peaceful sanctuary rich in art and centuries of spiritual heritage, far from the tourist crowds.
With convenient round-trip transfers, this tour makes it easy to explore some of Rome’s most fascinating underground treasures, combining historical depth with eerie wonder—all in a single unforgettable experience.
- Priority Access: Bypass lines at three unique underground sites in Rome.
- Expert-Guided Visit: Explore the haunting Catacombs with a knowledgeable guide.
- Capuchin Crypt: Witness a chapel decorated with the bones of 4,000 monks.
- Historic Insight: Discover hidden history beneath Basilica San Martino ai Monti.
Itinerary
Museum and Crypt of Capuchins
45 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedYour first destination is the Capuchin Crypt. Capuchin monks used the bones of nearly 4,000 of their brothers to decorate this somber space in intricate floor-to-ceiling designs, lending it the macabre nickname of ‘the Bone Chapel’. Here you will be free to explore hearing all the interesting details and the reasons behind such an unusual practice with your audio guide. Open your eyes to the city’s hidden side – and you’ll never see Rome the same way again.Catacombe di Santa Domitilla
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedYour expert historian guide will explain how this network of sacred tunnels is associated with the first Christians in ancient Rome. You’ll descend into the labyrinthian corridors carved into the soft volcanic rock and discover the frescoes, strange iconography and burial places which doubled as places of worship when the Christians were persecuted.Basilica di San Nicola in Carcere
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedWhen you exit the catacombs, your bus will take you to the Basilica San Nicola in Carcere, where you'll explore its ruins, descend beneath the altar, and unearth atmospheric remains of ancient temples hidden beneath the church. The historic Forum Holitorium, an ancient market surrounded by Republican-era temples, lies concealed beneath the basilica, adding layers to the city's rich history.
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Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Note: If you select the “After Hours” option (5:00 PM start), the tour duration is 2.5 hours
Meeting Point:
- Fontana del Tritone, Piazza Barberini, 00187 Roma RM, Italy
- Meet at the Tritone Fountain in the center of Piazza Barberini
End Point: Piazza Barberini or the exit of San Nicola in Carcere
- Knees and shoulders must be covered for entry into religious sites.
- No photography allowed inside the crypts and catacombs.
- Some venues may shorten visits during high-demand periods.
- Not suitable for travelers with claustrophobia.
- On Sundays, church entry may not be possible due to liturgical activities.
- Tour duration and drop-off location vary for After Hours bookings (ends at Piazza della Repubblica).
- Infants must sit on laps
- Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Not recommended for travelers with heart conditions or claustrophobia
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A full refund will be processed if cancelled at least 2 days before your selected activity date. No refunds can be issued if cancelled less than 2 days before your selected activity date.
Please present your mobile or printed ticket to the guide at the meeting point.
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City Wonders Ltd
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