Discover the hidden underground sites and charming streets of Trastevere with a private guide from Touriks. Uncover ancient frescoes, mystical crypts, and vibrant stories that bring Rome's history to life in a truly unique way.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable walking and navigating uneven surfaces, including underground areas.
Wildlife
History
Trastevere has been a hub of Roman life since the medieval period, featuring churches that house some of the city’s oldest mosaics and frescoes.
Conservation
Touriks emphasizes respectful touring practices, ensuring that fragile sites are preserved for future generations through sustainable tourism methods.
Touriks
Discover the hidden underground sites and charming streets of Trastevere with a private guide from Touriks. Uncover ancient frescoes, mystical crypts, and vibrant stories that bring Rome's history to life in a truly unique way.
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 navigating cobblestone streets and underground passages, so sturdy shoes are essential.
Prepare for variable lighting
Bring a small flashlight or use your phone’s torch for well-lit areas and dark crypt visits.
Book in advance
Private tours fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons, so reserve your spot early.
Bring a camera
Capture the intricate mosaics and frescoes in stunning detail during your visit.
Comfortable walking shoes
Sturdy shoes will help you comfortably explore cobblestone streets and underground chambers.
Flashlight or phone torch
Helpful for darker underground passages and crypts for better visibility.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during your guided walk throughRome’s historic streets and underground sites.
Camera
Capture the intricate mosaics, frescoes, and architecture during your tour.