moderate
about 1.5 hours
Average physical fitness needed; able to walk and descend stairs comfortably
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.
169€ - 1,5h - Tour Privado en Español
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.
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.
Meet at the TouriksPoint at Via di San Giovanni in Laterano 132. Please arrive 5 minutes before your scheduled start time.
The underground tunnels can be uneven and cramped, so sturdy footwear is recommended.
While guides provide lighting, carrying a small flashlight can enhance your view of dark corners.
The underground chambers are cooler than the surface, so dress in layers to stay comfortable.
Given the popularity and the private nature of the tour, reservations are strongly recommended.
The catacombs date from the 2nd century AD and served as burial sites for early Christians facing persecution, intertwining faith and clandestine worship.
Touriks emphasizes minimal impact, guiding visitors to respect the fragile frescoes and prevent damage to these invaluable relics.
To handle uneven floors and stairs comfortably during the tour.
Underground chambers stay cool, so dress accordingly.
spring|fall|winter specific
Helpful for enhancing visibility in dark corners and tunnels.
Capture the frescoed chambers and underground architecture.