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Roman Catacombs Tour by Touriks in Rome, Italy - Rome

Roman Catacombs Tour by Touriks in Rome, Italy

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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.

Overview

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.

Roma, Lazio

Roman Catacombs: Express Guided Tour and Transfer

1.5hrs - Tour in English

Walking Tour

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About This Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable journey into the depths of Rome's ancient Catacombs, guided by an expert. Descend 16 meters underground to explore a labyrinth of burial chambers adorned with captivating frescoes. Experience the rich history of faith and martyrdom, all while enjoying seamless transport and a small group atmosphere.

Descend in the dark maze of the Catacombs with an expert guide 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
  • Full on-site assistance

About

Enjoy a thorough and worry-free guided tour of the Roman Catacombs with a small group of a maximum of 16 participants 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
  • You will need to be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the tour starts
  • An appropriate dress code is required in order to enter the churches: knees and shoulders should be covered
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes: a moderate amount of walking is involved
  • This tour is not wheelchair-accessible
  • This tour will have a maximum of 16 participants
  • 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 a full refund
  • For environmental reasons, it is preferable that you bring your own earphones and do not print your voucher. We will provide earphones in case you forget yours
  • We suggest you do not trash your empty bottle of water since you can refill it everywhere in Rome for free

Meeting point

Meet at Via Francesco Giambullari 4. 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 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 a full refund

Adventure Tips

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.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Bats that inhabit the catacombs’ cooler chambers.
  • Urban birds like pigeons and swifts around the Appian Way surface.

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.

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Recommended Gear

Comfortable Walking Shoes

Essential

Necessary for navigating uneven underground tunnels safely.

Light Jacket or Layer

Essential

Keep warm inside the consistently cool catacombs.

fall specific

Earphones

Optional, for connecting with audio guides or the group's headset system.

Refillable Water Bottle

Essential

Stay hydrated without producing plastic waste; refill stations available.

summer specific