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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
Rome Underground Tours
San Clemente underground ruins with ancient frescoes, Rome.
San Clemente underground ruins with ancient frescoes in Rome.
San Clemente underground ruins with ancient frescoes in Rome.
San Clemente underground ruins with ancient frescoes in Rome.
San Clemente underground frescoes and ancient ruins, Rome.
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1 hour 30 minutes
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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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  • 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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€49
Capuchin Bone Chapel interior with intricate bone decorations, part of the Roman Catacombs crypt tour.
Tour guide leading a group through the historic Roman Catacombs, exploring the eerie Capuchin Crypts, and marveling at the Basilica of San Nicola on a guided tour in Rome
Guide with tour group at Roman catacombs
Tour group exploring the ancient Rome Crypts and Catacombs, with a special visit to the eerie Capuchin 'Bone Chapel'
People at Basilica of San Nicola
AC coach vehicle with tourists
Guide with tourists in AC coach
Group of tourists exploring the Roman Catacombs, Capuchin Crypts, & Basilica of San Nicola on a guided tour in Rome, Italy
Tourists walking in narrow catacomb tunnels
Group of tourists exploring the Roman Catacombs and Capuchin Crypts on a guided tour from Rome, standing in front of the Basilica of San Nicola
Basilica of San Nicola Guided Tour
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3 hours 30 minutes
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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!

  • Travel in a spacious coach to the Appian Way catacombs, exploring the galleries of either Domitilla, St. Callixtus, or St. Sebastian.

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • Travel in a spacious coach to the Appian Way catacombs, exploring the galleries of either Domitilla, St. Callixtus, or St. Sebastian.

  • 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.

  • 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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€58.70
Piazza Navona underground ruins with ancient Roman architecture.
Piazza Navona with tourists exploring the square during a walking tour in Rome.
Piazza Navona walking tour with view of Pantheon and Trevi Fountain in Rome.
Piazza Navona underground ruins with ancient Roman architecture on walking tour.
Piazza Navona underground ruins with ancient Roman architecture in Rome.
Piazza Navona walking tour with view of Pantheon and Trevi Fountain in Rome.
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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.

  • 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.

  • Next, make your way to the Trevi Fountain, Rome's largest and most iconic water feature dating back to 19 BC.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Next, make your way to the Trevi Fountain, Rome's largest and most iconic water feature dating back to 19 BC.

  • 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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€20
Roman Forum
Tour guide leading a group through the historic Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy during a Special Access English Tour
Colosseum in Rome with Go City Rome Explorer Pass options for 2 to 7 attractions.
Rome cityscape with Big Bus tour and Pantheon, part of Go City Rome Explorer Pass.
Colosseum in Rome with Go City Rome Explorer Pass option for 2 to 7 attractions.
Visitors exploring ancient sculptures at Musei Capitolini, Rome, with reserved entrance tickets.
Colosseum in Rome with Go City Rome Explorer Pass options for 2 to 7 attractions.
Colosseum in Rome with Go City Rome Explorer Pass options for 2 to 7 attractions.
Colosseum in Rome with Go City Rome Explorer Pass option for 2 to 7 attractions.
Colosseum in Rome with tourists exploring the ancient amphitheater, part of Go City Rome Explorer Pass.
Colosseum in Rome with Go City Rome Explorer Pass sign.
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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.

  • 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.

  • 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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€84
Group of tourists exploring the ancient Catacombs of Domitilla in Rome, Italy during a guided tour, with a focus on the eerie Capuchin Crypt
Group of tourists exploring the Roman Catacombs and Capuchin Crypts on a guided tour from Rome, standing in front of the Basilica of San Nicola
Tourists at Basilica of San Nicola before Roman Catacombs and Capuchin Crypts tour, Rome.
Underground catacombs passage with ancient stone walls and arches in Rome.
Catacombs of Domitilla, Rome
Visitors on a Guided Tour of Underground Catacombs in Rome
Ancient inscriptions on Roman catacomb walls, Rome, Italy.
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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!

  • 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!

  • 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!

  • 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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€79

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Kellie Zeolla

Kellie

5/5
Great staff. Great tour for the catacombs only. I booked multiple with this site. Just don't book the colosseum and Roman hills. They never showed up to the tour and no tickets are there to request refund. It's like I didn't pay $169 for the tour of all three events. Vatican was also a nightmare to get tickets finally got them. Head out tour so far is not a reliable ticket source. We spent another $120 to tour. I got no ticket no entry and paid $169. No refund just out my money.
From Rome: Capuchin Crypt, Christian Catacombs & San Nicola Basilica Guided Tour
Kassandra Tappe
US

Kassandra

5/5
United States
Vanessa our guide was amazing she was very knowledgeable , her English was great , we well understood . She always gave heads up what is next ! Really loved it
From Rome: Capuchin Crypt, Christian Catacombs & San Nicola Basilica Guided Tour
Timothy M Price

Timothy

4/5
It is neat to see the underground water system, and having the audio in our language was helpful. It would be nice if individual ear-pieces were provided. We had some from a previous tour that we re-used. We were expecting the underground system to be larger than what was shown. It is only under 1 building, which is across from the Trevi Fountain. The entrance was difficult to find. Other than those things, the tour was good.
Trevi District Underground: Small Aqueduct Domus
Maura Manni

Maura

4/5
Interesting experience. I was not familiar with the underground of the Trevi Fountain. They can be visited in half an hour. They give audioguide included in the price of the visit and it is very useful
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Trevi District Underground: Small Aqueduct Domus
CLOTAN ADRIAN NICOLAE

Clotan

5/5
This walking tour in Venice was the absolute highlight of my vacation in Venice. We walked through the less touristy parts of the city and was taken through inside alleys - quiet and authentic
Go City Rome Explorer Pass: Choose 2 to 7 Attractions
David Niemeijer

David

4/5
Priscilla was our great guide. Perfectly understandable and great stories and information. One of the highlights of Rome 2024 with my daughter (11 yo)
Underground Tour of San Clemente, Rome
Stephen Timmington
GB

Stephen

5/5
United Kingdom
Amazing experience. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and provided a great overview of the history of what is a fascinating site. We booked with only 30 minutes to spare and the guide was so accommodating considering the sudden change to their schedule. Would certainly recommend!
Guided Tour of the Basilica of Santa Pudenziana & its Subterrain

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