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.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
about 1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Average physical fitness needed; able to walk and descend stairs comfortably
Wildlife
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.
Touriks
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.
Touriks is a Rome-based tour operator located in Roma, Lazio that specializes in guided cultural and archaeological experiences across the city and Vatican area.
Specializing in in-depth guided visits of St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s Square, Touriks offers semi-private, private, and small-group formats that include dome climbs, visits to the underground grottoes, and guided exploration of St. Peter’s tomb.
The company also guides visitors through Rome’s subterranean heritage, including Roman Catacombs, the underground temples of San Clemente, and other proto-Christian basilicas. Selected catacombs tours include private transfer options noted in tour descriptions.
Touriks’ program includes a broad range of Rome itineraries: Colosseum underground and arena tours, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill walks, Pantheon and Navona Square visits with access to underground sites, Caracalla Baths and Circus Maximus visits, Trastevere walks with subterranean sites, and guided visits to Castel Sant'Angelo and the Borghese Gallery.
Individual tour descriptions emphasize major artworks and architectural highlights such as Michelangelo’s Pietà, the mosaics of St. Peter’s, and Bernini’s design of St. Peter’s Square. Touriks is featured on The Adventure Collective, where its Rome tours are listed with factual itineraries and booking details.
All tour listings state location, format, and options so travelers can select dome climbs, underground grottoes, transfers, or private and small-group experiences when available.
Location
Roma, Lazio
Based in Rome, Italy
Group Options
Private & Small-Group
Private, semi-private and small-group tours
Featured On
The Adventure Collective
Listed on The Adventure Collective
Highlights
Basilica to Catacombs
Tours from St. Peter’s to undergrounds
Select a St. Peter’s Basilica tour, dome climb, catacombs visit or Colosseum experience and secure a guided Rome itinerary that fits travel style.
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.
Comfortable walking shoes
To handle uneven floors and stairs comfortably during the tour.
Light jacket or layers
Underground chambers stay cool, so dress accordingly.
spring|fall|winter
Small flashlight
Helpful for enhancing visibility in dark corners and tunnels.
Camera or smartphone
Capture the frescoed chambers and underground architecture.