Capuchin Crypt Small Group Tour with Private Option

Rione IV Campo Marzio, Rome



Discover what lies beneath the historic streets of Rome on a guided tour of the Capuchin Crypt with an English-speaking guide. Explore a macabre art collection completely made of human bones!

Highlights

  • Skip the long lines to the Capuchin Crypt
  • See Caravaggio's painting of St. Francis in Meditation
  • Learn about the medieval Capuchin order of monks

Description

Follow an expert English-speaking guide through the Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars, located under the 17th-century church of Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini in the historic heart of Rome.

Discover macabre masterpieces of art from the Middle Ages in the bone crypts, where your licensed guide will take you on a journey through the 500-year history of the Capuchin monks. Hear how – and why – they led to the creation of one of the darkest museums in the world.

Stop to take a closer look at a different artifacts that hold secrets about life in the Eternal City in the Middle Ages. Be amazed by the different bone crypts that serve as a silent reminder of the swift passage of life on Earth. 
Choose between small group or private tour.

Includes

Entrance ticket
English-speaking guide
Small-group of maximum 10 participants or private tour depending on the option booked.

Excludes

Transportation

Important Information

  • Shoulders and knees must be covered

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes skip-the-line entry to the Capuchin Crypt, a visit to Caravaggio's painting of St. Francis in Meditation, and a guided exploration of the Capuchin friars' history.
The Capuchin Crypt is located beneath the church of Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini near Piazza Barberini in Rome.
The tour is led by an expert English-speaking licensed guide specializing in the history and art of the Capuchin order in Rome.
Yes, there is a private tour option available for those who prefer a more personalized experience at the Capuchin Crypt.
The tour typically lasts about one hour, allowing time to explore the crypt and its art with a knowledgeable guide.
Photography is generally not allowed inside the Capuchin Crypt to preserve its sacred and delicate environment.
The bones are arranged artistically by Capuchin friars as a reminder of mortality and the religious philosophy of the order in Rome.
Visiting early in the morning or during weekdays helps avoid crowds; check the website for current opening hours and availability.
Yes, visitors descend stairs to reach the crypt beneath the church of Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini.
Booking a small group or private tour in advance allows you to bypass long lines at the entrance of the Capuchin Crypt.

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