Rome Underground : Crypts and Catacomb tours with Transfers

Appio-Latino, Rome



Discover Rome’s hidden underground with a visits either the Catacombs of Domitilla or San Callisto, followed by a visit to Le Domus Romane or the underground levels of the Basilica di San Clemente.

Highlights

  • Visit San Domitilla or San Callisto catacombs, based on availability
  • Learn about Rome’s shift from Paganism to Christianity
  • Admire some of the earliest Christian frescoes and carvings
  • Ancient Tombs – Visit the tombs of Nereus and Achilleus, early Christian martyrs
  • Enjoy a small-group or private experience, complete with round-trip transfers

Description

Experience two of Rome’s most fascinating underground sites in a 2.5-hour tour designed for comfort, depth, and smooth organization. Begin with a guided visit to either the Catacombs of Domitilla or the Catacombs of San Callisto, selected based on availability. From our office, a member of our staff will personally assist you and accompany you to the vehicle to ensure everything runs fluently. You will then be transported by private taxi or van directly to the catacombs, where an official guide will lead you through ancient tunnels and burial chambers while explaining early Christian history. After exploring the catacombs, enjoy a complimentary second underground site, with two possible options depending on the day: Le Domus Romane – explore the remains of an ancient Roman noble house with an immersive audio-guided experience or Basilica di San Clemente – access the basilica independently and discover its underground archaeological levels This 2.5-hour tour includes round-trip transfers, and is offered in a small-group or private setting to ensure a more personal and relaxed experience. Available in English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian, this tour lets you discover the extraordinary secrets hidden just beneath Rome’s surface.

Includes

Entry ticket to all sites Guided tour with an expert guide Round-trip transportation from our office near Colosseum with one of our staff Exclusive access to the Catacombs of San Domitilla / San Callisto Headsets for clear audio commentary Exclusive access to the San Clemente / Le Domus Romane

Excludes

Food and drinks Hotel pickup and drop-off

Important Information

  • **Meeting Point: Via dei Serpenti 114 - SHOW ME ITALY office**
  • Duration: 2 hours (including transfers)
  • Wear comfortable shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved
  • Flash photography is not allowed inside the catacombs
  • This tour is not suitable for people with claustrophobia or wheelchair users

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Trusted local guides, read by millions every month

  • 2006 online since
  • 26.2M page views a month across the network
  • 14 languages

180+ destination guides, one network

Every guide covers a single destination on its own website, with events, restaurants, things to do and places to stay chosen from local recommendations.

My Guide Network Locations

Nearby Destinations

Add to your trip

Add your travel dates so we can place this on the right day, or save it for later.

Added to your trip Added to day {[{trip.toast.day}]}, MorningAfternoonEvening Saved to your trip Already in your trip Transfer saved to your trip Save your trip to get fresh suggestions Staying in {[{trip.toast.label}]} Base cleared Trip deleted Link copied Could not save your trip Something went wrong, please try again