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Rome: Guided Roman Catacombs Tour with Transfers

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Descend into the dark maze of the Roman Catacombs on a trip from Rome with transportation included. Discover a remote world underground with an expert guide.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Private tour
    Avoid crowds with an exclusive experience. (depends on selected option)
  • Live guiding
    English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    1.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Catacombs tour
    • Round-trip transportation from central Rome
    • Catacombs of Rome entry ticket
    • Professional guide
    • Luggage deposit for the duration of the tour
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Enjoy a thorough and worry-free tour with an expert guide
  • Save time with pickup, luggage deposit and drop-off included
  • Descend 16 metres underground into a dark world of prohibited faith
  • Marvel at wall paintings of biblical figures
  • Choose between a shared or private experience

Description

Uncover the secrets hidden the dark depths of the the Domitilla catacombs on this guided tour in Rome. Enjoy the convenience of a transfer from a centrally-located meeting point in the city. Learn about early Christian history and see the underground Basilica of Nereus.
Meet your guide in the city center and head towards the Appian Way in a comfortable minivan. Reach one of the largest and oldest catacombs of Rome and venture 52 feet (16 meters) below the surface into the otherworldly crypts of Domitilla.
Explore its endless maze of underground burial chambers, spread across 4 levels. Be captivated by ancient wall paintings of mythological and biblical figures and discover the religious symbolism of the frescoes.
Learn about the shift from paganism to Christianity and hear about early martyrs and persecutions. Live the excitement of gradually exploring different layers of history.
Complete your underworld experience in the 4th-century subterranean Basilica of Nereus and Achilleus. Then jump back in the minivan return to the city center.

Good to know before you go
  • This tour will have a maximum of 10 or 16 travellers, depending on the option you choose during checkout
  • An appropriate dress-code is required in order to enter the churches: knees and shoulders should be covered
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved
  • This tour is subject to weather conditions and calendar events. If canceled you will be given the option of an alternative date or a full refund
  • Trolleys, large backpacks, and pets are not allowed inside the monuments
  • Drones and knives of any kind are strictly forbidden at the monuments
  • Travellers younger than 18 years old must present a valid document or proof of ID
Meeting point

Small-Group Tour in English- Maximum 16 Participants

Small-Group Tour in Spanish - Maximum 16 Participants

Small-Group Tour in Italian - Maximum 16 Participants

Small-Group Tour in German - Maximum 16 Participants

Small-Group Tour in French - Maximum 16 Participants

Semi-Private Tour in English - Maximum 10 Participants

Semi-Private Tour in Spanish - Maximum 10 Participants

Semi-Private Tour in Italian - Maximum 10 Participants

Semi-Private Tour in German - Maximum 10 Participants

Semi-Private Tour in French - Maximum 10 Participants

Private Tour in English

Private Tour in Spanish

Private Tour in Italian

Private Tour in German

Private Tour in French

Private Tour in Portuguese

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What is a private tour?
Private tours offer more advantages and benefits than regular tours. You will have your own private guide for the duration of the tour. You can also customize the itinerary to your specific interests and needs.
4. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    16-99 years
  • Children
    6-15 years
  • Infants
    0-5 years
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