4 Hour Private Rome Catacombs and off the Beaten Track Experience

4.8 (4 reviews) Rome, Italy
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Skip the lines to get into the Catacombs. Your driver guide will be a knowledgeable and experienced professional who is fluent in English and passionate about Roman history and culture. They will provide you with interesting commentary, anecdotes and insights throughout the tour, and this will make your tour one of a kind.

What's included

  • Entrance tickets to the Catcombs, fees and taxes
  • food and drinks
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)
    1h · Admission ticket included
    • Stop 1: Catacomb of Rome (1 hour)
    o Explore the ancient underground tunnels used as burial sites for early Christians and martyrs.

    Learn about the history and significance of the catacombs from your knowledgeable guide.

    See fascinating frescoes and artifacts that date back centuries.
  2. Abbazia di San Paolo Fuori Le Mura
    30m
    • Stop 2: Saint Paul Outside the Walls

    Visit the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, one of the four major basilicas of Rome.

    Admire the beautiful mosaics and architecture of the basilica.

    Learn about the life of Saint Paul and his importance to Christianity.
  3. Piramide Cestia
    10m
    • Stop 3: Pyramid of Cestius
    See the unusual Pyramid of Cestius, an ancient Roman tomb that resembles an Egyptian pyramid.

    Learn about the history and purpose of the pyramid.

    Take in the views of the surrounding area from the top of the pyramid (optional).
  4. Aventine
    30m
    • Stop 4: Garden of Oranges
    Relax and enjoy the beautiful views of Rome from the Garden of Oranges.

    Take a stroll through the gardens and admire the orange trees and flowers.

    Learn about the history of the gardens and their connection to the Dominican Order.
  5. Terrazza del Gianicolo
    20m
    • Stop 5: Janiculum (45 minutes)
    Visit the Janiculum, one of the highest hills in Rome, for panoramic views of the city.

    See the equestrian statue of Giuseppe Garibaldi, a famous Italian general.

    Learn about the history of the Janiculum and its role in Roman history.

    Stop 6: Fontana dell'Acqua Paola (30 minutes)

    Admire the Fontana dell'Acqua Paola, a beautiful Baroque fountain with impressive water displays.

    Learn about the history of the fountain and its importance to the city of Rome.

    Take in the views of the city from the top of the Janiculum hill.

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Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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