Discover a spine-chilling array of bones, a maze of underground tombs, and the Basilica of San Nicola on this 3-in-1 expertly guided tour.
- 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 Nicola in Carcere, where remnants of the Temple of Juno Sospita and an ancient marketplace still stand.
- Want to mix it up? Trade San Nicola Basilica for a visit to the legendary Bocca della Verità, plus Santa Maria in Cosmedin and Hadrian’s Crypt!
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Groups of up to 20 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
- Entry to San Nicola in Carcere (as per option selected)
- Visit to Santa Maria in Cosmedin & Pope Hadrian’s Crypt, Bocca della Verità (Mouth of Truth) (as per option selected)
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Food & beverages
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Deborah
May, 2024
Frederica was a delight! Sweet, funny. Had a little snaffoo with the bus but it turned out ok. I really enjoyed the excursion. Different and informative.
Christopher
Oct, 2024
Really great experiences. Alain was extremely knowledgeable and gave excellent information about each of the sites.
Altea
Jul, 2024
Great! The Vanessa and Marianna was very lovely guides! Very interesting experience. I recommend it.
Kirsten
Mar, 2025
Everything!! Our guide was fantastic and very knowledgeable, friendly and great at answering questions we had. Website was easy to use, and I had full contact with the team right throughout our city break and various excursionsCeri
Feb, 2025
Administration was excellent. Guide was outstanding - extremely well informed, took time to check in with us for questions, answered them all. Was a real enthusiast with well-devoted presentation and delivery skills. Was highly informative and engaging at the same time.
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 Nicola in Carcere
Below the altar of the church, lies the ancient Forum Holitorium. Nestled along the Tiber, this historic market once bustled with commercial and religious activities. Wander its streets, tracing the path of triumphal parades, and explore the awe-inspiring temples of Janus and Juno Sospita. Admire the resilience of ancient columns and stunning frescoes standing tall through fire and flood.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Meeting point
- Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.
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