Join a 3-hour walking tour in Rome that combines visits to famous landmarks with underground discoveries. Discover hidden tunnels, marvel at historic fountains, and soak up the vibrant local atmosphere—an authentic experience that reveals the city’s layered history.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in reasonably good shape to handle walking and uneven surfaces.
Wildlife
History
Rome’s underground chambers often date back to ancient Roman or Medieval periods, serving as aqueducts, catacombs, or hidden storerooms.
Conservation
Touriks promotes respectful tourism by guiding visitors to preserve these historic sites and minimize environmental impact.
Touriks
Join a 3-hour walking tour in Rome that combines visits to famous landmarks with underground discoveries. Discover hidden tunnels, marvel at historic fountains, and soak up the vibrant local atmosphere—an authentic experience that reveals the city’s layered 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 walking shoes
You'll be on your feet for several hours, so sturdy footwear is essential.
Bring a hat and water
Summer visits can be hot; staying hydrated and protected from the sun improves your experience.
Carry a small flashlight
Some underground sites may be dimly lit, so a flashlight can help you see the details.
Leave large bags at your accommodation
Navigating narrow underground passages is easier without bulky items.
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for covering a lot of ground comfortably, especially on uneven ancient streets.
Sun protection (hat, sunglasses)
Helps shield you from the sun during outdoor sections of the tour.
summer
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated in Rome's often warm weather, particularly during summer.
Small flashlight or smartphone torch
Useful for dim underground chambers and tunnels on the tour.