Crypts, Catacombs and Underground Rome
Not for the faint of heart! An unusual private guided tour which explores the mysterious Appian Way, Catacombs of St. Callixtus, the Mithraeum and Ancient Basilica of San Clemente which dates back to the 2nd Century AD, and the 'Bone Church', last exit for hundreds of deceased Capucin friars.
Prices
To confirm your 'Crypts, Catacombs and Underground Rome' booking, click Check Availability below and pay a 50 Euro deposit per person. Balance payment details will be sent with your confirmation e-mail.
1 person: 295 Euro; 2 persons: 335 Euro; 3 persons: 375 Euro; 4 persons: 415 Euro; 5 persons: 455 Euro; 6 persons: 495 Euro; 7 persons: 535 Euro; 8 persons: 575 Euro; 9 persons: 615 Euro; 10 persons: 655 Euro; 11 persons: 695 Euro; 12 persons: 735 Euro; 13 persons: 775 Euro; 14 persons: 815 Euro; 15 persons: 855 Euro; 16-50 persons: + 40 Euro per person.
Tour Duration / Availability
Approximately four (4) hours on Mon, Tues, Weds, Thurs, Fri, Sat excluding religious holidays.
Crypts, Catacombs and Underground Rome / Meeting Point
Your guide will meet you at your hotel at 09:00 AM.
Overview
We would start the tour with a trip outside the Aurelian Walls down the ancient Appian Way to the Catacombs of Rome. Here you would explore these ancient burial grounds and learn about early christian worship and symbology.
From the catacombs we would head back towards the center and the ancient Basilica of San Clemente. Three layers tell the fascinating story of this church which dates back to the first century, at which time the structure was a temple dedicated to the Pagan God Mithras. A Christian church was erected on the site in the 4th century, and the Basilica we see today was finished in the year 1120. Returning to the historic center, your guide would accompany you on a visit to the Capuchin Crypt, also known as the 'Bone Church'. Few attractions in Rome rival this overground crypt, created by friars using bones of their predecessors to adorn the walls and ceilings.
The When In Rome Tours Promise
** WE TAKE CARE OF YOUR CATACOMBS TICKETS
** Catacombs of St. Callixtus and Basilica di San Clemente tickets included.
No hidden costs.
English speaking guides.
Personalized assistance.
Original articles & top stories from Italy.
The cost of transportation from your hotel to each site on this tour is not included. 2 or 3 separate taxi rides will suffice, or you can request our limo service for the duration of the tour.
Once your booking is received, you will receive an automatic email from our website. Within the next 24 hours, a second and more detailed confirmation will be sent to you. As a significant amount of walking is required, in the event of physical disabilities, we ask that you contact us before booking. Unfortunately it is not possible to access the Catacombs of St. Callixtus in a wheelchair. This tour is a private guided tour.
