Uncover the dark legends of Rome’s underground as you journey through the city’s most mysterious and macabre sites. With a private driver and expert guide, you’ll explore three unforgettable locations—the catacombs, crypts, and more—and get up close to the chilling stories that have fascinated travelers for centuries.  From €100

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Language

English

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Booking

Mobile Voucher

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Expert Guide

Friendly and Professional

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Duration

3.5 Hours

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Group Size

Max 12 people

Step beneath the surface of Rome to uncover a world of secrets, saints, and stories. This immersive tour offers a rare look at the Eternal City’s hidden underground treasures—each one layered with history and mystery.


Begin at the Basilica di San Clemente, a fascinating time capsule where centuries of Roman life unfold beneath your feet. From the 11th-century church to a 4th-century basilica and down to a 1st-century Roman home destroyed in the Great Fire of 64 AD, this stop captures the city’s incredible architectural and spiritual evolution.


Next, visit the hauntingly beautiful Crypt of the Capuchin Friars. Here, thousands of bones from deceased friars have been arranged into intricate displays—a macabre yet moving meditation on mortality.



Finally, travel along the ancient Appian Way to the Catacombs of San Callisto. This labyrinth of early Christian burial chambers offers a glimpse into the city’s sacred past, where faith and survival met beneath the streets of ancient Rome. With a private driver and expert guide leading the way, this journey is as seamless as it is unforgettable.

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Begin at Meeting Point in Email from Roman Vacations

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San Clemente Al Laterano Church

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Cappuchin Crypt

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Catacombs San Callisto

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Drop off at a location of your choosing

Entry to each site included in the tour


Your own exclusive professional local tour guide


Headsets for groups when appropriate


Transport during the tour


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What's Excluded

Transport to the meeting point


Food and Drink


Some temporary exhibitions and special events may be excluded


Gratuities

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Know Before You Go

Please check-in at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time. Tours will depart promptly at the scheduled time, and no refunds will be given for late arrivals or missed tours.


Proof of identification may be required, so please bring a valid form of photo ID for each guest.


Tours will proceed in all weather conditions, unless the site is closed by authorities for safety reasons.  It is highly recommended to bring bottled water, sunscreen, hat, and umbrella.


Wear comfortable walking shoes and be sure to dress warmly in colder temperatures, and bring a cover for bare shoulders inside any churches in the warmer months.


All tours operate within the current COVID-19 regulations set by the Italian Government.

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Your Journey Starts Here

Use the calendar to select your preferred date and secure your place. We keep our groups small, so you can expect a more personal, immersive experience—book early to guarantee availability.

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