Descend 16 meters beneath Rome to the ancient Catacombs of Domitilla with Touriks. This small-group guided tour combines seamless transport and expert history for a unique underground adventure.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most adults comfortable with walking on uneven stone floors and descending stairs.
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History
The Catacombs of Domitilla date back to the 2nd century AD and contain some of the earliest Christian burial sites.
Conservation
Touriks emphasizes sustainable practices by minimizing printed materials and encouraging reusable water bottles to reduce environmental impact.
Touriks
Descend 16 meters beneath Rome to the ancient Catacombs of Domitilla with Touriks. This small-group guided tour combines seamless transport and expert history for a unique underground adventure.
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.
Dress Respectfully
Knees and shoulders must be covered to enter the churches and catacombs.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Expect moderate walking on uneven surfaces within the catacombs' tunnels.
Bring Your Own Earphones
For environmental reasons, use your own earphones to connect with the guide’s audio system if preferred.
Limited Accessibility
This tour is not wheelchair-accessible due to underground stairs and narrow passages.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Necessary for navigating uneven underground tunnels safely.
Light Jacket or Layer
Keep warm inside the consistently cool catacombs.
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Earphones
Optional, for connecting with audio guides or the group's headset system.
Refillable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated without producing plastic waste; refill stations available.
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