Discover Rome’s ancient catacombs and crypts. This private tour offers an in-depth exploration of three mysterious and macabre holy sites—the Basilica of Saint Clement (Basilica di San Clemente), the Catacombs of Saint Callixtus (Catacombe di San Callisto),* and the Crypt of the Capuchin Friars (Cripta dei Cappucini). Join us and uncover the myths, legends, and eerie histories of some of Rome’s most ancient burial grounds. This tour includes private transportation and a local, expert guide. From €300
Language
English
Booking
Mobile Voucher
Expert Guide
Friendly And Professional
Duration
4 Hours
Group Size
Customizable
This private tour begins at a location of your choosing within Rome’s city center, where you will meet your local, expert guide. From here, it is a short drive to your first destination, the Basilica of Saint Clement. Here, your guide will lead you through the basilica’s underground, where you will find evidence of its transformation from an ancient Roman domus to a medieval church.
Your journey continues to the Catacombs of Saint Callixtus. Here, you will find a labyrinth of ancient, underground burial tunnels where a half-million Christians are buried, and where many Christian martyrs and popes are currently interred.
The final destination of your tour is the Crypt of the Capuchin Friars, where the bones of over 3000 friars decorate the walls—who is behind these uncanny, yet dazzling displays remains a mystery. To conclude this tour, your private chauffeur will drop you off at a location of your choosing within Rome’s city center.
*Alternatively, this tour offers entry to the nearby Catacombs of Saint Sebastian (Catacombe di San Sebastiano).
Entry to each site included in the tour
Your own exclusive professional local tour guide
Headsets for groups when appropriate
Transport during the tour
What's Excluded
Transport to the meeting point
Food and drink
Some temporary exhibitions and special events may be excluded
Gratuities
Translation to other languages (tour is in English)
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, a hat, and an umbrella.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and be sure to dress warmly in colder temperatures, and bring a cover for bare shoulders and knees inside any churches.
