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Roman Catacombes Tour with Touriks: Discover Rome's Hidden Underworld - Rome

Roman Catacombes Tour with Touriks: Discover Rome's Hidden Underworld

Romemoderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

1.5–2 hours

Fitness Level

Moderate physical fitness required, able to navigate narrow, uneven passageways

Overview

Descend into the underground chambers of Rome’s ancient Catacombs with Touriks’ private guided tour. Discover centuries-old frescoes, burial chambers, and stories of early Christian faith—an unforgettable journey beneath the city’s streets. Experience a unique side of Rome that combines history, culture, and subterranean adventure, perfect for travelers seeking a deeper understanding of the city’s past.

Walking Tour
Roma, Lazio

Catacombes Romaines : Visite Privée et Transfert

169€ - 1,5h - Visite Privée en Français

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About This Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable journey into Rome's ancient Catacombs with an expert guide. Descend 16 meters underground to explore a labyrinth of burial chambers adorned with captivating wall paintings. Experience the rich history of faith and persecution while enjoying seamless private transport, making this a unique and memorable adventure.

Explore one of the top 10 highlights of Rome's sights with an expert guide. Descend in the dark maze of the Catacombs and discover a remote world 16m underground.

Zip outside the city center with private transport and be downtown again in just 90 minutes.


Highlights

  • Enjoy a thorough and worry-free guided tour with an expert guide
  • Save time with pick-up, luggage deposit & drop-off in the city center
  • Descend 16 meters underground into a dark world of prohibited faith
  • Marvel at wall paintings of mythological and biblical figures
  • Walk the dark tunnels and burial chambers

About

Enjoy a thorough and worry-free guided tour of the Roman Catacombs with a private guide and private transport.

Meet your guide in the city center and head towards the Appian Way on a comfortable minivan. Reach one of the largest and most ancient Catacombs of Rome and venture 16 meters below the surface into the otherworldly crypts of Domitilla. Explore the accessible part of its endless labyrinth of underground burial chambers laid out on 4 levels.

Be captivated by ancient wall-paintings of mythological and biblical figures and discover the religious symbolism of the frescoes. Revive the shift of faith from paganism to Christianity and feel the power of prohibited belief while learning about early martyrs and persecutions.

Live the excitement of gradually exploring different layers of history and complete your underworld experience in the 4th-century subterranean Basilica of Nereus and Achilleus. Jump on the minivan and be back in the city center in the blink of an eye.


Important information

  • An instant confirmation will be received at the time of booking
  • Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the tour start
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes: a moderate amount of walking is involved
  • This tour is not wheelchair-accessible
  • This is a private tour
  • This tour is subject to weather conditions and/or liturgic-calendar events. If canceled you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund

Meeting point

Meet at the TouriksPoint at Via di San Giovanni in Laterano 132. Please arrive 5 minutes before your scheduled start time.


Cancellation Policy

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the starting time of the experience
  • Full refunds are not possible for cancellations made after the 24 hours
  • Amendments are not allowed after 24 hours and are always subject to availability and price changes
  • No refunds in case of no-show on the part of the customer
  • If the tour is canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or a full refund
  • If the tour is canceled due to COVID-19 issues, Touriks grants a full refund (not vouchers)

Adventure Tips

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes

The underground tunnels can be uneven and narrow, so sturdy footwear is recommended.

Bring a flashlight or headlamp

While lighting is provided, a small flashlight can enhance visibility in darker corners.

Book in advance

Private tours fill quickly due to limited availability—reserve ahead to secure your spot.

Respect the site

Please avoid touching the ancient paintings and artifacts to help preserve this fragile environment.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Bats in some darker tunnels
  • Nocturnal insects occasionally seen in damp corners

History

The Catacombs served as burial sites and secret worship spaces from the 2nd to 5th centuries AD, providing crucial insights into early Christian practices.

Conservation

Touriks prioritizes preserving these fragile underground structures by limiting visitor numbers and promoting responsible tourism.

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Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Sturdy footwear is key for navigating uneven, historic tunnel floors safely.

Lightweight jacket or layers

Essential

Underground temperatures are consistent but can feel cool, so layering keeps you comfortable.

spring|fall|winter specific

Small flashlight

Enhances visibility in darker corners for those who prefer extra illumination.

Camera or smartphone

Capture the historic frescoes and underground architecture during your visit.