Roman Catacombs Tour
Explore the Roman catacombs, early Christian underground burial sites in Rome. Our tours guide you through historic churches, tunnels and chambers adorned with early Christian art and inscriptions, and the resting places of martyrs and saints.
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Admire unique frescoes, iconography, and sarcophagi at the Catacombs of St. Callixtus as you learn of how it mirrors life in the Eternal City above.
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This sacred site was both a burial ground and a place of worship, stretching along 19km of creatively-designed underground galleries!
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Have your questions answered and curiosities ignited, all in your preferred language.
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Traverse the tunnels that make up Rome's largest catacomb complex in just one hour with an expert guide!
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Admire unique frescoes, iconography, and sarcophagi at the Catacombs of St. Callixtus as you learn of how it mirrors life in the Eternal City above.
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This sacred site was both a burial ground and a place of worship, stretching along 19km of creatively-designed underground galleries!
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Have your questions answered and curiosities ignited, all in your preferred language.
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Traverse the tunnels that make up Rome's largest catacomb complex in just one hour with an expert guide!
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Hop on an air-conditioned coach with your guide at Piazza d'Ara Coeli for a relaxing ride along the historic Appian Way!
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As you step into tunnels built over 2 milennia ago, admire early Christian symbols and frescoes inscribed on marble loculi behind which the dead rest.
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Gain intriguing insights on the Catacombs of St. Callixtus from a knowledgeable guide fluent in your chosen language.
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On Wednesdays, visit the Catacombs of Domitilla instead and see some of the most elaborately decorated tombs on the Appian Way.
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Hop on an air-conditioned coach with your guide at Piazza d'Ara Coeli for a relaxing ride along the historic Appian Way!
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As you step into tunnels built over 2 milennia ago, admire early Christian symbols and frescoes inscribed on marble loculi behind which the dead rest.
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Gain intriguing insights on the Catacombs of St. Callixtus from a knowledgeable guide fluent in your chosen language.
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On Wednesdays, visit the Catacombs of Domitilla instead and see some of the most elaborately decorated tombs on the Appian Way.
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Begin at the Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars, where over 4,000 skeletal remains are artistically displayed in underground chapels!
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Travel in a spacious coach to the Appian Way catacombs, exploring the galleries of either Domitilla, St. Callixtus, or St. Sebastian.
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Admire the ancient ruins beneath the Basilica of San Nicola, including the Forum of Holitorium, an ancient vegetable market.
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Gain enriching historical insights from your expert English-speaking guide at each site.
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Did you know? In the Middle Ages, the ancient temples under San Nicola were repurposed into a prison, giving it the name, 'in Carcere' (in prison).
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Begin at the Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars, where over 4,000 skeletal remains are artistically displayed in underground chapels!
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Travel in a spacious coach to the Appian Way catacombs, exploring the galleries of either Domitilla, St. Callixtus, or St. Sebastian.
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Admire the ancient ruins beneath the Basilica of San Nicola, including the Forum of Holitorium, an ancient vegetable market.
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Gain enriching historical insights from your expert English-speaking guide at each site.
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Did you know? In the Middle Ages, the ancient temples under San Nicola were repurposed into a prison, giving it the name, 'in Carcere' (in prison).
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Visit the Sancta Sanctorum and behold the revered 'Holy Stairs,' believed to be the very steps where Christ stood before Pontius Pilate!
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Discover the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran, the pope’s main seat, and the lavish Basilica of St. Mary Major perched on Esquiline Hill.
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Wander through the catacombs of St. Callixtus and St. Sebastian, where the echoes of ancient Roman ceremonies, art, and architecture resound.
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Enjoy comfortable transfers between each historic site, as an expert guide sheds light in your chosen language!
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Visit the Sancta Sanctorum and behold the revered 'Holy Stairs,' believed to be the very steps where Christ stood before Pontius Pilate!
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Discover the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran, the pope’s main seat, and the lavish Basilica of St. Mary Major perched on Esquiline Hill.
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Wander through the catacombs of St. Callixtus and St. Sebastian, where the echoes of ancient Roman ceremonies, art, and architecture resound.
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Enjoy comfortable transfers between each historic site, as an expert guide sheds light in your chosen language!
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Follow in the footsteps of early Christians in the Catacombs of Domitilla, and don't miss the semi-underground basilica!
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Gain a deep understanding of the architecture and décor along the 17km-long tunnels with a guide in the language of your choice.
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Beneath the Museum of the Capuchin Friars lies a collection of small underground chapels adorned with 'calcified' art, creating a hauntingly unique crypt.
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Independently discover all the nuances of the memento mori created by these priestly bones with an audio guide!
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Did you know? Roman law once forbade burials within the city walls, leading to the creation of the underground Catacombs on the outskirts.
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Follow in the footsteps of early Christians in the Catacombs of Domitilla, and don't miss the semi-underground basilica!
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Gain a deep understanding of the architecture and décor along the 17km-long tunnels with a guide in the language of your choice.
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Beneath the Museum of the Capuchin Friars lies a collection of small underground chapels adorned with 'calcified' art, creating a hauntingly unique crypt.
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Independently discover all the nuances of the memento mori created by these priestly bones with an audio guide!
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Did you know? Roman law once forbade burials within the city walls, leading to the creation of the underground Catacombs on the outskirts.
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Descend into the Catacombs of Domitilla with an specialist guide and uncover 17kms of underground galleries!
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Explore richly decorated cubiculas with frescoes depicting Biblical scenes like 'Noah's ark' and ‘Jonah and the whale’.
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In the language of your choice, learn about the cultural and symbolic significance of Rome's catacombs.
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Fun fact: The catacombs used to be lit by oil lamps and torches that gradually led to soot buildup, giving the wall art a mysterious and dark appearance.
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Descend into the Catacombs of Domitilla with an specialist guide and uncover 17kms of underground galleries!
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Explore richly decorated cubiculas with frescoes depicting Biblical scenes like 'Noah's ark' and ‘Jonah and the whale’.
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In the language of your choice, learn about the cultural and symbolic significance of Rome's catacombs.
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Fun fact: The catacombs used to be lit by oil lamps and torches that gradually led to soot buildup, giving the wall art a mysterious and dark appearance.
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Find out what lies beneath the streets of Rome on this tour of the Stadium of Domitian
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Learn more about this site and ancient Roman sports from your audioguide, available in multiple languages
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Examine many artifacts from the days of the Roman Empire found during archaeological excavations
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Find out what lies beneath the streets of Rome on this tour of the Stadium of Domitian
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Learn more about this site and ancient Roman sports from your audioguide, available in multiple languages
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Examine many artifacts from the days of the Roman Empire found during archaeological excavations
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Visit 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions as per option selected during booking and activate your pass any time within 60 days from the date of first use.
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Access 50 top attractions and experiences in Rome. Save up to 42% and enjoy a Rome adventure with one pass.
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Explore the Vatican Museums, Colosseum, and Pantheon. Save more instead of spending on individual tickets.
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Enjoy standout experiences like wine tasting, Lake Albano kayak tour, and guided tours—each available with your pass for a richer Rome experience.
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Breeze through long lines with a mobile pass—just scan and go! Save time with one pass that covers 50 attractions and enjoy hassle-free entry.
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Visit 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions as per option selected during booking and activate your pass any time within 60 days from the date of first use.
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About Roman Catacombs
Descend into the depths of history at the Roman Catacombs. These ancient burial chambers are a treasure trove of ancient artifacts, intricate frescoes, and sacred relics. Learn about the lives of early Christians in this mysterious underground world on an expert-led tour.
The Roman Catacombs stretch over 150 kilometers beneath the city, making them one of the largest underground burial sites in the world.
There are more than 60 catacomb complexes in Rome, although only a few are open to the public, including the Catacombs of San Callisto and San Sebastiano.
The catacombs were rediscovered in the 16th century after being forgotten for nearly a thousand years.
Early Christians buried their dead in the catacombs because Roman laws forbade burials within the city walls.
The catacombs house some of the earliest known Christian art, including frescoes, inscriptions, and religious symbols like the fish and the anchor.
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