Escape the Roman Heat Ancient Catacombs and Eternal Mysteries

3.0(2)2 hoursGerman, English, Italian, French +1Rome, Italy

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$72

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.

Included

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

Not included

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What you'll do

Basilica dei Santi Cosma e Damiano
Via Dei Fori Imperiali 1, Rome, Italy
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.
Catacombe di San Callisto
Via Appia Antica 110, Al centro del parco, Rome, Italy
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
1 hourAdmission included
Piazza Venezia
Rome, Italy
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

3 locations

Pickup details

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.

Good to know

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