Rome Underground Tours
Unearth Rome's hidden treasures on our Underground Tours. Explore ancient catacombs, mysterious chambers, and the secrets beneath the city's historic streets. Book your subterranean adventure now- With an English-speaking tour guide, explore the underground archaeological site of San Clemente Basilica.
- Make your way to the lower floors to uncover 2000 years of history of this site which is one of Rome's hidden treasures located just a stone's throw from the Colosseum.
- Be fascinated by the beautiful gold mosaics in St. Clement's Basilica.
- Descend to the lowest levels of the excavations to find an old Mithraic temple and altar.
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- With an English-speaking tour guide, explore the underground archaeological site of San Clemente Basilica.
- Make your way to the lower floors to uncover 2000 years of history of this site which is one of Rome's hidden treasures located just a stone's throw from the Colosseum.
- Be fascinated by the beautiful gold mosaics in St. Clement's Basilica.
- Descend to the lowest levels of the excavations to find an old Mithraic temple and altar.
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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.
-
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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Set off on with your guide from Navona Square, graced by charming pastel palazzi and adorned with elaborate Baroque fountains, including Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers.
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Skip the lines to the underground of Navona Square, which served as Rome's inaugural permanent arena for gladiatorial contests and competitive sports.
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Gaze upon the Pantheon, the fabled Roman temple venerating all deities. This temple stands as the most immaculately preserved ancient structure worldwide.
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Next, make your way to the Trevi Fountain, Rome's largest and most iconic water feature dating back to 19 BC.
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Fun Fact: Trevi Fountain derives its name from Tre Vie (3 ways) since it was the meeting point of 3 streets!
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Set off on with your guide from Navona Square, graced by charming pastel palazzi and adorned with elaborate Baroque fountains, including Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers.
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Skip the lines to the underground of Navona Square, which served as Rome's inaugural permanent arena for gladiatorial contests and competitive sports.
-
Gaze upon the Pantheon, the fabled Roman temple venerating all deities. This temple stands as the most immaculately preserved ancient structure worldwide.
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Next, make your way to the Trevi Fountain, Rome's largest and most iconic water feature dating back to 19 BC.
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Fun Fact: Trevi Fountain derives its name from Tre Vie (3 ways) since it was the meeting point of 3 streets!
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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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Access 50 top attractions and experiences in Rome. Save up to 42% and enjoy a Rome adventure with one pass.
-
Explore the Vatican Museums, Colosseum, and Pantheon. Save more instead of spending on individual tickets.
-
Enjoy standout experiences like wine tasting, Lake Albano kayak tour, and guided tours—each available with your pass for a richer Rome experience.
-
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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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.
More details
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Follow in the footsteps of early Christians in the Catacombs of Domitilla, and don't miss the semi-underground basilica!
-
Gain a deep understanding of the architecture and décor along the 17km-long tunnels with a guide in the language of your choice.
-
Beneath the Museum of the Capuchin Friars lies a collection of small underground chapels adorned with 'calcified' art, creating a hauntingly unique crypt.
-
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.