Explore the fascinating Catacombs of St. Callixtus, tucked beneath ancient Rome, in just one hour with an expert guide.
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Breeze past ticket lines and dive into this 19km underground maze with a guide who unpacks its deep history and spiritual significance.
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Discover why these catacombs are nicknamed the "Little Vatican"—home to the tombs of 16 popes and countless early Christian martyrs.
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Observe the centuries old ancient frescoes and burial chambers, each telling a story of early Christian faith and artistic evolution.
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Guided tour of St. Callixtus Catacombs with skip-the-line entry
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Expert English, Italian, German, French, or Spanish-speaking guide
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- Round-trip transfers from Rome
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Guests from Spain, France, United States and over 22 countries have loved this experienceSandra
Dec, 2024
It was the best guide in the world written by Abel and we went to the Colosseum and I loved it. We Abel's parents were delighted with his explanation and sympathy.View original review in Spanish
Viktoria
Oct, 2024
We really enjoyed it. Lots of information and an experienced guide.View original review in German
William
Jan, 2025
Our tour guide was personable, well informed, and concise. The catacombs were mind-blowing, so incredibly vast and terrifying and inspiring that even getting a glimpse of the slice that I did was a memory I will carry for a long time.
Filiz
Oct, 2024
The tour started about 10 minutes later. This meant that we were there about 30 minutes too early in total and were quite a way off. It was very, very crowded. Unfortunately, we could or had to listen to the explanations of the previous and following group (different languages). After about 40-45 minutes on site, we were already finished.View original review in GermanMatthew
Aug, 2024
This was a great experience and the guide did so well explaining the whole history of the catecombs and made the tour vivid and interesting. We would definitely recommned this as a very worthwhile tour.
Enter the veiled ancient Roman world of the dead with a specialized tour guide at St. Callixtus Catacomb. Dating back to the 2nd century, the catacombs consist of galleries used by the Romans to bury their dead. These ancient cemeteries carry a unique history that you can dive into in your preferred language.
As you walk around, find fascinating art like frescoes, inscriptions, and sarcophagi. Take note of intriguing iconography as you wander amidst tombs of varying complexity, from small loculi to grander arcosolia! Don't miss the Crypt of St. Cecilia, honoring the patron saint of music. Her evocative statue lies amidst biblical mosaics and reliefs. Leave with an appreciation for the innovative and deeply emotional underground architecture – and maybe even the chills
What to bring
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring along a layer for chilly underground temperatures.
What's not allowed
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Note that the following are not allowed on this tour: Large items, pets, food and beverages.
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Photography and videography is prohibited inside the catacombs.
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Strict dress code: Clothing that covers the knees and shoulders.
Accessibility
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This experience is not wheelchair accessible, and not recommended for those with claustrophobia or serious mobility issues.
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There are 50 irregular steps to descend and ascend, with no seating area or elevator.
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Please arrive on time, as latecomers will not be accommodated.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Meeting Point
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Meet your guide at Touristation Aracoeli.
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Address: Piazza d'Aracoeli, 16, 00186 Roma RM, Italy.
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Landmark: The Touristation Aracoeli office is not close to the Colosseum entrance but is near Piazza Venezia. A small fountain is in front of the office with signs and orange flags
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