Underground Temples Tour in Rome with Touriks
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Requires basic mobility; comfortable walking and navigating stairs are necessary.
Overview
Descend below Rome’s streets with Touriks to uncover ancient underground temples and early Christian basilicas, rich with relics and layered history. This guided tour reveals the roots of faith through mosaics, frescoes, and sacred sites rarely seen by visitors.
Adventure Tips
Bring a light jacket
Underground sites can be cool and damp, even in summer—layers keep you comfortable.
Wear sturdy shoes
Uneven stone steps and narrow passages require footwear with good grip and support.
Limited photography allowed
Many underground sites restrict flash and tripod use to protect delicate frescoes.
Prepare for narrow spaces
The tour includes confined areas where some visitors may feel claustrophobic.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban birds such as pigeons and swifts near entrances
- Occasional bats in cavernous underground passages
History
Rome’s underground basilicas date back to the 3rd and 4th centuries, where early Christians worshiped secretly under Roman persecution.
Conservation
Efforts focus on limiting visitor impact and controlling humidity to preserve delicate mosaics and frescoes in these vulnerable spaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for navigating uneven ancient stone floors and steps safely.
Light jacket or sweater
Keeps you warm in the cool, damp conditions of underground sites.
spring|fall|winter specific
Compact camera or smartphone
Ideal for capturing mosaics and frescoes where photography is permitted without flash.
Small backpack
Useful to carry water, light layers, and any personal items during the tour.