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Rome Catacombs Small-Group Tour with Transfer

A Deep Dive into Rome's Underground Christian Mysteries with Round-Trip Transfer

Escape the crowds and the Roman heat by venturing beneath the bustling streets to explore a vast, hidden world. This exclusive small-group tour is your direct, comfortable passage to one of the Eternal City’s most profound and moving sites: the ancient Roman Catacombs. Here, amidst winding subterranean tunnels, you will uncover the art, symbols, and sanctuary of the early Christian community, tracing the very roots of Western faith.
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Itinerary Highlights

  • Central Meeting Point: Begin your journey at the Basilica of Santi Cosma e Damiano, conveniently located near the Roman Forum.

  • Scenic Transfer: Enjoy a comfortable, shared minivan ride along the historic Appian Way to the Catacombs area.

  • Catacombs of Saint Callixtus (1 Hour): Guided exploration of one of Rome’s largest and most significant underground cemeteries.

  • Crypts and Frescoes: View the sacred burial sites of early Popes and martyrs and examine ancient Christian art and symbols.

  • Central Drop-off: Conclude your experience back in the city center at Piazza Venezia, perfectly positioned to continue your day.

  • Duration: Approximately 2 hours (including transfers).

Why book this tour

  • Hassle-Free Transfer Included: Enjoy comfortable, round-trip transportation via a shared vehicle from a central meeting point, saving you the stress of navigating public transport to the distant Catacombs.

  • Intimate Small Group: Travel with a maximum of 15 guests, ensuring a more personalized experience and easier navigation of the tunnels compared to large bus tours.

  • Expert Guided Experience: Benefit from the detailed historical and religious insights of a specialized live guide while exploring the underground burial chambers.

  • Guaranteed Entry: Catacombs entry tickets are included and secured via an on-site host, allowing you to bypass general admission lines and maximize your time exploring.

  • A Focused Deep Dive: This tour offers a truly immersive experience of Rome’s foundational Christian history.

Description

Experience the profound and mysterious world beneath Rome on this intimate 2-hour small-group Catacombs tour. Your adventure begins in the city center, where you’ll meet your host before boarding a comfortable, shared minivan transfer that whisks you along the scenic Appian Way directly to the legendary Catacombs of Saint Callixtus (or similar).

As the burial place for dozens of early Popes and thousands of Christian martyrs, the Catacombs offer an unparalleled look into the struggles and triumphs of early Christianity. Once underground, you will join an expert local guide who will lead your small group through the labyrinthine tunnels and chambers. Discover ancient frescoes, inscriptions, and crypts while learning the fascinating history and spiritual significance of this sacred cemetery. By handling all the logistics, including the round-trip transfer and guaranteed entry tickets, we ensure your focus remains entirely on this powerful subterranean exploration. The tour concludes back in the heart of Rome at Piazza Venezia.

Things to know before the tour

  • Not wheelchair accessible

Important information

Please cover your knees and shoulders to enter holy places

Cancellation policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Meeting point

In front of Santa Cosma and Damiano Church located along via dei fori imperiali

Included

Catacombs tickets and sharing tour with live guide

On Site Host to Greet and Welcome our customers
On Site Host that will provide tickets
Shared minivan

Excluded

Tips

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About the Tour

Offered in English, Spanish, French or German

Duration

2 hours

Level

Easy

Access

Limited accessibility

Audio

Small Group Tour

Maximum group size of 20 people

Dates and departures

Everyday except on public holidays

Values

— What you won’t miss

You Will See

Callixtus catacombs

Roman Catacombs

Descend into the Roman Catacombs, a fascinating network of ancient underground tunnels and burial chambers that served as the final resting place for early Christians and martyrs. Explore this silent, mysterious world, where history is preserved in frescoes and inscriptions, offering a profoundly moving glimpse into the dawn of Christian faith in Rome.

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