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Roman Catacombs Tour by Touriks: Unearth Ancient Secrets - Rome

Roman Catacombs Tour by Touriks: Unearth Ancient Secrets

Romemoderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

about 1.5 hours

Fitness Level

Average physical fitness needed; able to walk and descend stairs comfortably

Overview

Step beneath Rome’s bustling streets and wander through ancient catacombs with a private guide. This 90-minute tour uncovers early Christian burial chambers adorned with ancient frescoes—offering a captivating glimpse into Rome’s hidden underground history.

Walking Tour
Roma, Lazio

Catacumbas Romanas: Tour Privado Con Transporte

169€ - 1,5h - Tour Privado en Español

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About This Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable journey into Rome's ancient Catacombs with a knowledgeable guide. Descend 16 meters underground to explore intricate burial chambers adorned with mythological and biblical frescoes. Experience the profound shift from paganism to Christianity while navigating this historical labyrinth, all within a convenient 90-minute round trip from the city center.

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 the 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 full refund
  • If the tour is canceled due to COVID-19 issues, Touriks grants a full refund (not vouchers)

Adventure Tips

Wear comfortable shoes

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

Bring a light source

While guides provide lighting, carrying a small flashlight can enhance your view of dark corners.

Prepare for cool temperatures

The underground chambers are cooler than the surface, so dress in layers to stay comfortable.

Book in advance

Given the popularity and the private nature of the tour, reservations are strongly recommended.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Bats
  • Small insects in the crevices

History

The catacombs date from the 2nd century AD and served as burial sites for early Christians facing persecution, intertwining faith and clandestine worship.

Conservation

Touriks emphasizes minimal impact, guiding visitors to respect the fragile frescoes and prevent damage to these invaluable relics.

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Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

To handle uneven floors and stairs comfortably during the tour.

Light jacket or layers

Essential

Underground chambers stay cool, so dress accordingly.

spring|fall|winter specific

Small flashlight

Helpful for enhancing visibility in dark corners and tunnels.

Camera or smartphone

Capture the frescoed chambers and underground architecture.