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Tourist entering ticket office for Catacombs of St. Callixtus in Rome.
Ancient underground passage in the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, Rome.
Catacomb passageway with niches on the Appian Way, Italy.
Relief sculpture depicting biblical scene in Catacombs of St. Callixtus, Rome.
Entrance to the Catacomb of Callixtus on the Appian Way, Italy, with flags and canopy.
Tourists entering the Catacombs of St. Callixtus in Rome, Italy.
Ancient Roman road leading to the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, lined with cypress trees.
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45 min
  • Breeze past ticket lines and dive into this 19km underground maze with a guide who unpacks its deep history and spiritual significance.

  • Discover why these catacombs are nicknamed the "Little Vatican"—home to the tombs of 16 popes and countless early Christian martyrs.

  • Observe the centuries old ancient frescoes and burial chambers, each telling a story of early Christian faith and artistic evolution.

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  • Breeze past ticket lines and dive into this 19km underground maze with a guide who unpacks its deep history and spiritual significance.

  • Discover why these catacombs are nicknamed the "Little Vatican"—home to the tombs of 16 popes and countless early Christian martyrs.

  • Observe the centuries old ancient frescoes and burial chambers, each telling a story of early Christian faith and artistic evolution.

from
€20
Guide explaining Roman Catacombs to tourists during Capuchin Crypts tour.
Capuchin Crypt in Rome Catacombs with monk statues and skull decorations.
Tour group with audio guides exploring underground catacombs in Rome.
Open-top bus with tourists on a guided tour of Rome's underground catacombs.
Group exploring ancient underground catacombs on a guided tour.
Skulls and monk figures in the Capuchin Crypt, Rome catacombs.
Underground catacombs with ancient frescoes on a guided tour with transfers.
Visitors exploring underground Roman catacombs on a guided tour.
Ancient stone corridor in the Rome Catacombs with arched ceilings and walls.
Underground catacombs entrance with garden and historic building in the background.
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2 hr
Transfers included
  • Hop on an air-conditioned coach with your guide for a relaxing ride along the historic Appian Way.

  • As you step into tunnels built over 2 milennia ago, admire early Christian symbols and frescoes inscribed on marble loculi behind which the dead rest.

  • Hear fascinating myths, facts, and legends from your guide in your preferred language.

  • On Wednesdays, visit the Catacombs of Domitilla instead and see some of the most elaborately decorated tombs on the Appian Way.

More details

  • Hop on an air-conditioned coach with your guide for a relaxing ride along the historic Appian Way.

  • As you step into tunnels built over 2 milennia ago, admire early Christian symbols and frescoes inscribed on marble loculi behind which the dead rest.

  • Hear fascinating myths, facts, and legends from your guide in your preferred language.

  • On Wednesdays, visit the Catacombs of Domitilla instead and see some of the most elaborately decorated tombs on the Appian Way.

from
€59
Visitors exploring Roman catacombs with ancient bones in foreground.
Guide explaining Roman catacombs with skulls and arches in the background.
Tour guide explaining ancient frescoes in Roman catacombs.
Skulls and bones in the Roman catacombs.
Tour group exploring catacombs with guide.
Visitors exploring the Roman Catacombs with skull-lined walls.
Bones and skulls arranged in catacombs wall.
Tourists boarding a bus for a guided tour of the Catacombs in Rome.
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2 hr
Transfers included
  • Get easy transfers to the catacombs located on the outskirts from city centre and skip the ticket lines at the entrance, making this one of the easiest ways to explore the underground sites.

  • Visit St. Callixtus (except Wednesdays) or Domitilla catacombs with a licensed guide who shares the stories of early Christians buried here.

  • Group size is capped at 25, making it easier to follow and engage, even underground.

  • Tours are available in multiple languages: English, French, Spanish, German, or Italian.

More details

  • Get easy transfers to the catacombs located on the outskirts from city centre and skip the ticket lines at the entrance, making this one of the easiest ways to explore the underground sites.

  • Visit St. Callixtus (except Wednesdays) or Domitilla catacombs with a licensed guide who shares the stories of early Christians buried here.

  • Group size is capped at 25, making it easier to follow and engage, even underground.

  • Tours are available in multiple languages: English, French, Spanish, German, or Italian.

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€59

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