Descend deep below Rome's streets with Touriks on a semi-private journey through ancient catacombs and sacred underground temples. Discover hidden murals and forgotten histories in a uniquely intimate setting.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–2.5 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness recommended due to stairs and walking on uneven surfaces; suitable for most adults.
Wildlife
History
Rome's catacombs served as burial and worship sites for early Christians from the 2nd century onward, offering insight into underground religious practices under Roman rule.
Conservation
Touriks emphasizes preservation by limiting visitor numbers and enforcing strict photographic rules to protect the fragile underground artworks.
Touriks
Descend deep below Rome's streets with Touriks on a semi-private journey through ancient catacombs and sacred underground temples. Discover hidden murals and forgotten histories in a uniquely intimate setting.
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 sturdy, closed-toe shoes
Uneven floors and narrow passageways require firm footing to navigate safely.
Bring a light jacket
Temperatures underground hover around 15°C (59°F) year-round, so dress accordingly.
Limited mobility access
This tour involves stairs and narrow corridors, which may be challenging for those with mobility issues.
Small group size
Group size is limited to encourage an intimate experience—book early to secure your spot.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides stability on uneven stone floors and stairs underground.
Light jacket or sweater
Keeps you warm in cool subterranean temperatures.
Portable flashlight
Helpful for enhancing visibility in dimly lit areas, though tours usually provide lighting.
Camera without flash
To capture murals and underground spaces while respecting preservation rules.