• Basilica of San Clemente - How do historians and archaeologists uncover Ancient History? By delving underground, of course! Over the centuries, subterranean exploration has unveiled numerous sites, from Pagan temples to early Christian Catacombs. This exclusive tour will take you to two remarkable locations, revealing the secrets of Rome’s many layers.

Your journey begins at the beautifully preserved Basilica of San Clemente, where you will descend over five stories underground. Discover Medieval popes and secret Pagan rituals while admiring artistic masterpieces from the 2nd century AD to the 15th century AD. Explore enigmatic religions and even uncover fresh water sources deep within the earth!

• Rome - Transfer
• Catacombe di Santa Domitilla - Guided by an expert, board a pre-booked taxi to one of Italy’s most renowned graveyards. Descend into this ancient Christian burial site and navigate the narrow tunnels filled with empty graves – a continuous source of intrigue for historians.

This segment of the visit will be in a larger group, led by one of the Catacombs’ official guides.

Finally, at the conclusion of the tour, a pre-booked taxi will transport you back to the center of Rome.

• Rome - Transfer back to San Clemente or central Rome

• Private Tour option available
• Ancient Catacombs tickets & visit in a larger group, led by their official guides
• Professional, local, expert guide
• Taxi transportation between sites
• Semi Private Tour of MAX 6 people GUARANTEED

• Gratuities
• Food and drinks
• Hotel pick-up/drop off

In the intimacy of a semi-private group with MAX 6 people guaranteed, or in the luxury of your very own private group, travel back in time and experience Ancient Rome’s underground levels on this extensive catacombs tour. With the assistance of your expert guide, make your way through the various narrow passageways and tombs, graves to many of Rome’s earliest Christian citizens. Witness amazing artwork still visible on the walls from the first millennium, and be enveloped by the sacred, and also a bit creepy, atmosphere of these underground tunnels. Here you will hear a different story, that of the Rome that is still buried underground, uncovering its turbulent relationship with Christianity in its earliest years.

If you want a personalized and exclusive experience, book your very own Private Tour, 30 minutes longer and includes a visit to the Capuchin Crypt! You can choose your selection upon booking.

The Catacombs visit will be in a larger group, led by their official guides.

• A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
• The Catacombs visit will be in a larger group, led by their official guides
• There is no photography allowed in St Clement Church or in the Catacombs.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.