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Rome Underground Private Tour

Discover the Hidden Depths of Rome with Our Exclusive Underground Experience

Step beyond the typical tourist path and delve into the mysterious world lying beneath Rome’s bustling streets. Our specially curated Underground Rome tour offers a rare glimpse into the city’s secret past—perfect for adventurers eager to see a different side of the Eternal City.
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Itinerary Highlights

  • Domitian Stadium: Walk the impressively preserved original track of the ancient Roman stadium that hosted athletic games in the 1st century A.D.
  • Vicus Caprarius – The City of Water: Explore the subterranean apartment ruins and view the vital masonry of the Aqua Virgo aqueduct, the source that still feeds the Trevi Fountain.
  • Capuchin Crypt (Crypt of the Bones): Witness the chilling and unique artistry of five chapels decorated entirely with the skeletal remains of approximately 4,000 Capuchin Friars.

Why book this tour

  • Go Beyond the Surface: Unlike typical sightseeing routes, this tour grants you exclusive access to Rome’s deepest and rarely seen historical sites, revealing layers of history most travelers miss.
  • Witness True Roman Engineering: Stand on the 1st-century track of the Domitian Stadium and trace the ancient flow of the Aqua Virgo aqueduct beneath the Trevi Fountain, marveling at the genius of the Eternal City’s foundation.
  • Expert-Led Immersion: Travel with our knowledgeable guides who bring Rome’s shadowy past to life, turning stones and bones into riveting tales of emperors, engineers, and friars.

Description

Step beyond the typical tourist path and unlock the mysterious world lying beneath Rome’s bustling streets. Our Underground Rome tour offers a rare glimpse into the city’s secret past. This tour is perfect for adventurers eager to see a different side of the Eternal City and journey into rarely seen locations that reveal a more intriguing, lesser-known Rome.

Your exploration begins where few travelers tread. We grant you special access to sites that reveal the city’s hidden evolution and deep history. Descend beneath Piazza Navona to the buried treasure from 86 A.D: Domitian Stadium. You won’t just see history—you’ll stand on the original racetrack that birthed Roman spectator sports, a slice of antiquity few ever witness.

Proceed to Vicus Caprarius – The City of Water, located directly beneath the Trevi Fountain. Explore the subterranean complex where you can trace the network of ancient aqueducts that once sustained life in Imperial Rome and marvel at the engineering genius that keeps the modern fountain flowing.

The tour culminates in a powerful, evocative final stop at the Capuchin Crypt (Crypt of the Bones). Face the macabre, yet strangely beautiful artistry of the Capuchin Friars. This unforgettable, reflective encounter provides a unique conclusion to your journey for the curious and courageous.

This isn’t just a sightseeing tour—it’s an immersive dive into Rome’s shadowy past, where forgotten tales and mysterious relics lie waiting. Experience the Eternal City from a whole new perspective!

Things to know before the tour

DRESS CODE: in order to enter religious sites, such as Churches, every participant must make sure they cover their shoulders and knees.

We also suggest you wear comfortable shoes, as a moderate amount of walking is involved in this tour.

Important information

Please note: the order of the sites visited may change according to tickets availability.

As this tour includes pick up and drop off at your hotel, please let us know your hotel name and address at the time of booking.

 

Cancellation policy

Cancellations 4 days or earlier prior to the scheduled tour are subject to a penalty.

Please note Tickets and reservation are strictly not refundable. If you cancel 4 days or earlier prior to the tour we will refund you partially for the price of guide only.

No refund will be provided if you cancel your tour within 4 days prior to the scheduled tour.

Meeting point

Your hotel in central Rome

Included

3 hours private guide

3 hours private driver with private minivan with pick up and drop off at your hotel in the city center

Tickets to Capuchin crypt

Excluded

Tickets for Domitian Stadium (to pay on site)

Tickets for Vicus Caprarius (to pay on site)

Tips

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About the Tour

Offered in English

Duration

3 hours

Level

Easy

Access

Audio

Private Tour

Dates and departures

Everyday except on Mondays

Values

— What you won’t miss

You Will See

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Vicus Caprarius (Undergrounds of Trevi Fountain)

Located beneath the Trevi Fountain district, Vicus Caprarius is a fascinating underground archaeological site known as the "City of Water." This complex features the remains of an ancient Roman apartment block (insula) and a large castellum aquae, a water reservoir that still collects the same water feeding the Trevi Fountain today. It offers a unique look at Rome's multi-layered history, from the Great Fire of 64 AD to its continuous water supply.
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Capuchin Crypt

The Capuchin Crypt is a profoundly unique and macabre site located beneath the Church of Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini. Here, the skeletal remains of over 4,000 Capuchin friars are artistically arranged into elaborate, decorative patterns and religious symbols across five small chapels, serving as a chilling meditation on mortality.
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Domitian Stadium

The Stadium of Domitian is a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage site hidden beneath the vibrant Piazza Navona and it stands as the first and only example of a masonry athletics stadium built by the Romans. Descend into the underground ruins to trace the massive, elliptical shape of the ancient arena, which once hosted Greek-style athletic contests and could seat over 30,000 spectators.

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