Discover a spine-chilling array of bones, a maze of underground tombs, and the Basilica of San Martino ai Monti on this 3-in-1 expertly guided tour.

Your experience

The bone chapels

Your first stop is the Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars, housing Caravaggio’s painting of St. Francis and many artifacts from the order's history of creating altruistic projects around the world. Lined along the rear end of the museum are the Capuchin Crypts: resting places of 4000 Capuchin Friars, whose skeletal remains were artistically arranged in the European tradition of memento mori, a simple reminder that all must die.

The sacred Christian catacombs

On a private AC bus, you'll travel along the ancient Appian Way to the extensive catacombs, dug into the ground some 2000 years ago. Follow your historian guide through the network of sacred tunnels associated with the first Christians in ancient Rome. Descend into the labyrinthian corridors carved into the soft volcanic rock as you discover intriguing iconography, fascinating frescoes, and breathtaking burial grounds. You will either visit the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, St. Sebastian, or Domitilla!

Basilica of San Martino ai Monti

San Martino ai Monti dates back to the 4th century, making it one of the oldest churches in Rome. It started as a titulus, an early Christian gathering place before Christianity was legalized, and was later transformed into a basilica. Beneath the basilica, you can explore archaeological remains including ancient Roman buildings and early Christian oratories. Since it’s just a short walk from the Colosseum yet often overlooked, this church is a hidden sanctuary in the heart of Rome.

Skip the hassle with round-trip transfers, making it easy to explore these historic sites scattered across Rome.
Step into the eerie yet fascinating Capuchin Crypt, where 4,000 friars’ remains create hauntingly beautiful chapels—your audio guide unveils their story.
Venture deep into one of Rome’s legendary catacombs—Domitilla, St. Callixtus, or St. Sebastian—on a guided tour through ancient underground burial tunnels.
Uncover hidden history beneath the Basilica of San Martino ai Monti, one of Rome's oldest churches with fascinating underground levels.
Want to mix it up? Trade San Martino ai Monti for a visit to the legendary Bocca della Verità, plus Santa Maria in Cosmedin and Hadrian’s Crypt!

Included

Expert English-speaking guide
Groups of up to 25 guests
Round-trip AC coach transfers from central Rome
Entry to the Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars with audio guide
Guided tour of St. Callixtus/Domitilla/St. Sebastian Catacombs with skip-the-line entry
Guided tour of Capuchin Crypt (as per option selected)
Entry to San Martino ai Monti (as per option selected)
Visit to Santa Maria in Cosmedin & Pope Hadrian’s Crypt, Bocca della Verità (Mouth of Truth) (as per option selected)