Escape the Roman Heat Ancient Catacombs and Eternal Mysteries

3.0 (2 reviews) Rome, Italy
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Duration2h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 13 travelers

Overview

Step into Rome’s official 3rd-century cemetery, once overseen by the deacon St. Callixtus under Pope Zephyrinus and the burial place of many Christians, including martyrs and 16 popes.

Descend into the Roman Catacombs—a maze of underground tunnels that served as both sanctuary and burial site for early believers. With an expert guide, explore passageways decorated with ancient frescoes and inscriptions that reflect centuries of faith.

Join a small group of travelers for an engaging, shared exploration of Rome’s Christian heritage.

Travel in comfort in a vehicle, accompanied by an English-speaking driver offering helpful insights along the scenic route.

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English Tour

English Tour: Tour of the Catacombs in Spanish

German Tour

German Tour: Tour of the Catacombs in German

French Tour

French Tour: Tour of the Catacombs in French

Spanish Tour

Spanish Tour: Tour of the Catacombs in Spanish

Italian Tour

Tour: Tour of the Catacombs in Italian

What's included

  • Transportation in a luxury vehicle
  • Entry tickets to roman catacombs
  • Sharing Guided tour to Catacombs
  • English-speaking driver
  • Host
  • Gratuities
  • Tips

What to expect

  1. Basilica dei Santi Cosma e Damiano
    Pass by
    Your journey begins here, where you’ll board a premium vehicle and relax as your English-speaking driver offers fascinating commentary while guiding you along a beautiful, scenic route.
  2. Catacombe di San Callisto
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Descend into Rome’s hidden underworld and uncover the Catacombs—an intricate network of tunnels that sheltered early Christians and preserved their traditions. Follow an expert guide through dim corridors lined with frescoes and inscriptions, each one echoing the beliefs and history of ancient communities.

    PLEASE NOTE: If the San Callisto Catacombs are closed, you will visit the ones of San Sebastiano instead
  3. Piazza Venezia
    Pass by
    We’ll wrap up your tour at the beautiful Piazza Venezia, where your driver and host will say their goodbyes and send you off with warm wishes for the rest of your travels.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

You will find our staff outside the Basilica di Santi Cosma e Damiano in Via dei Fori Imperiali 1, wearing a light blue vest with our logos.
Please be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour starts.

End point

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Meeting time is subject to change; if this occurs, you will receive a call or message from the activity provider. Please provide your correct phone number and country code
  • Late arrivals will not be refunded
  • Please note that during certain period of times you might find a high level of water; in that case you can buy covers for your shoes
  • By purchasing this tour, you agree to our Terms and Conditions
  • Visits are scheduled at the Catacombs of St. Callixtus. On Wednesdays or in case of extraordinary closures, the tour will visit the Catacombs of St. Sebastian instead.
  • For your safety and comfort, please note that wearing seat belts is mandatory at all times during our vehicle tours.

Cancellation policy

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

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