Underground tour of Rome's catacombs
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Tour the underground world of Rome and find out more about the city's past exploring its different layers!
Price
From 79.00 €
Guide
English
Duration
1 hour
Cancellation policy
- Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of the experience.
Description
Travel back 2,000 years and physically walk through layers of time exploring the underground sites of Rome!
Visit one of the oldest and largest catacomb complexes, located on the Via Appia, outside of the ancient city walls, Here you will learn how early Christianity changed burial practices. Descend into a 4th-century church built directly on top of the catacombs, go straight into a labyrinth of hand-made tunnels filled with graves. Explore several parts of the catacombs learning about death in ancient Rome and see crypts with pagan and Christian decorative themes including the tomb of Diogenes, the gravedigger who created the endless corridors of graves.
Highlights
- Walk through layers of time exploring the underground sites of Rome
- Escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy the scenery outside the ancient walls
- Explore the corridors of graves and learn about ancient burial practices
What's included?
Included
- Entrance ticket to the catacombs
- Guided tour
Where
Meeting point:
Via delle Sette Chiese, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
By the picnic benches outside the Catacombe di Santa Domitilla.
Important information
- Children (age 0-4) can join for free and do not require a ticket
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the beginning of the tour
- Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men and women in order to access churches and religious places. Please dress accordingly
- It is suggested to wear comfortable walking shoes and to bring a bottle of water. Bring also a jacket or umbrella if rain is forecast
Additional information
- Instant confirmation
- Guided Tour
From
79.00 €
