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Roman Catacombs Guided Tour with Touriks in Rome - Rome

Roman Catacombs Guided Tour with Touriks in Rome

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

about 1.5 hours

Fitness Level

Moderate fitness required for walking and stair climbing; comfortable mobility essential

Overview

Venture beneath Rome’s streets on a small-group guided tour of the ancient Catacombs with Touriks. Discover centuries-old burial chambers, stunning wall paintings, and stories of early faith—all in just 90 minutes with expert guidance.

Walking Tour
Roma, Lazio

Roman Catacombs: Express Small-group Guided Tour with Transfer

1.5hrs • Group of MAX.10/ MAX.16

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About This Adventure

Embark on a thrilling underground adventure as you explore the ancient Catacombs of Rome, descending 16 meters into a labyrinth of burial chambers. Guided by an expert, marvel at stunning wall paintings and uncover the rich history of faith and persecution. Enjoy seamless transport and return to the city in just 90 minutes.

Choose between a semiprivate group of 10 participants or a small group of 16 and discover a remote world 16m underground with an expert guide and private transport.

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

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. Relive 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 10 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 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 the 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 full refund
  • If the tour is canceled due to COVID-19 issues, Touriks grants a full refund (not vouchers)

Adventure Tips

Wear Comfortable Shoes

The underground tunnels are uneven and require walking through narrow passages; sturdy footwear is recommended.

Bring a Small Light Source

While the guides provide lighting, bringing a small flashlight can enhance your view of faint carvings and details.

Dress Appropriately

Layered clothing helps accommodate the cool, consistent underground temperature and any brief outdoor transfers.

Book in Advance

The small-group format is popular; securing your spot beforehand ensures availability for this compact experience.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • No wildlife expected underground, but city pigeons and stray cats are common above ground

History

The catacombs date back to early Christianity, serving as burial sites and places of worship during times of persecution.

Conservation

Touriks emphasizes the importance of respecting and preserving this delicate underground site for future generations.

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Recommended Gear

Sturdy Walking Shoes

Essential

Necessary for uneven underground surfaces and walking through narrow passages.

Lightweight Jacket

Adds warmth during cooler months or in air-conditioned parts of the tour.

winter specific

Small Flashlight

Useful for better visibility of carvings and detailed wall paintings in dimly lit areas.

Camera or Smartphone

Capture the unique underground art and architecture during your visit.