Catacombs of Rome

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Discover Rome's past as you explore the underground catacombs beneath this modern city. The Eternal City is home to impressive bone collections - but you'll only notice them once you head underground.

Generally carved out of tufa, the Catacombs of Rome were burial areas for both the Jewish and Christian religions. They are located outside the city center and over 90 miles including more than 40 catacombs. From the Vatican to the Via Flaminia, underground Rome is an area rich in history and mystery.

Don't miss the Via Appia Antica where you can observe the unique honeycomb burial chambers formerly filled with bones. Rome's biggest catacombs are found at St. Callixtus, with a network extending for 11 miles underground.

Another must-see site is the Capuchin Crypt - home to the bones of over 4,000 monks shaped into strange, yet impressive patterns. Although these sites can be a bit spooky for younger children, older kids and grown-ups will certainly enjoy a walk through Rome's famous and lesser-well-known catacombs of Rome.

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Rome self-guided audio tour
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Rome self-guided audio tour

Explore Rome at your own pace: enjoy an app containing over 130 points of interest, transport routes, sightseeing itineraries and walking tours.

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Catacombs entry ticket and guided tour with transfer
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Catacombs entry ticket and guided tour with transfer

Reach the biggest catacomb in Rome with an audio-guided shuttle bus ride and discover the life of the early Christian communities.

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Crypts and Catacombs of Rome skip-the-line tour
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Crypts and Catacombs of Rome skip-the-line tour

Book your Crypts and Catacombs of Rome skip-the-line tour and take a step back in time as you explore the early Christian art, crypts and catacombs with your guide.

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St John in Lateran and St Mary Major: the basilicas and catacombs tour
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St John in Lateran and St Mary Major: the basilicas and catacombs tour

See the major sites of Christianity with our Rome basilicas and catacombs tour. Visit St John in Lateran, St Mary Major, the Holy Stairs and the Appian Way.

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3-hour bike rental with Catacombs guided tour
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3-hour bike rental with Catacombs guided tour

Enjoy a cycling experience along the Appian Way and then explore the underground area of Rome on a guided tour of its catacombs.

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Alone in Rome's Catacombs: After-Hours Tour with Bone Crypt
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Alone in Rome's Catacombs: After-Hours Tour with Bone Crypt

Visit the Catacombs after closure, explore the "Bone" Chapel and learn about the history of Christianity.

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Crypts, Bones and Catacombs Underground Tour of Rome
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Crypts, Bones and Catacombs Underground Tour of Rome

Visit Rome's best-preserved and least-frequented catacombs on a guided tour with an expert guide!

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Underground tour of Rome's catacombs
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Underground tour of Rome's catacombs

Tour the underground world of Rome and find out more about the city's past exploring its different layers!

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Catacombs of Rome and Appian Way Guided Tour with Hotel Pickup
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Catacombs of Rome and Appian Way Guided Tour with Hotel Pickup

Explore the impressive underground tunnels of the Catacombs of Rome and follow the ancient Appian Way to retrace the history of Rome!

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Catacombs and Capuchin Crypt Guided Tour with Transfer
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Catacombs and Capuchin Crypt Guided Tour with Transfer

Discover some of the most mysterious and outlandish sites Rome has to offer. Enjoy a guided tour of the Catacombs of Domitilla and visit the Capuchin Crypt with an audio guide.

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Reviews Catacombs of Rome

3/5
Cath, 19 Sept 2022

“Guide was friendly and knowledgeable but too big a group and too many groups visiting at same time, especially as there is space constraints and the other guides were so loud I couldn't always hear my guide”

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Anonymous, 03 Sept 2014

“I loved our guide engaged with us all personally and took us through everything. she was very knowledgeable and talked us through the city as we traveled by coach. i would like you to pass on my wife and I's personal thank you.”

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Anonymous, 15 Aug 2014

“Our tour guide,*** was amazing\nShe spoke with such passion and enthusiasm about the history of the crypts and catacombs, \nThst we felt that we were living in those times well done ***!!!!”

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Anonymous, 14 Jul 2014

“Excellent tour for young adults and older.”

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