Walking Tours

Capuchin Crypt & Roman Catacombs Guided Tour & Transfers

4.3/5(1,126)

Elizabeth T

Couple

Verified booking

6 days ago

This is a great tour because it gives you three different experiences of the crypts of Rome. The transfers between the sites was perfect as you also get to see the Appian Way and Aurelian Walls

Luis O

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

A very good guide—polite and attentive. However, we had to share a bus for an unscheduled tour—no big deal. I do think it’s important for guides to be especially respectful when talking about the Church and to exercise caution when making judgments—for example, about which basilica in Rome is the most important. Both of them were, but I want to emphasize how important it is to be scrupulously respectful.

Maria A

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Well organized. Excellent guide in the catacombs. Good combination with the tourist bus to have some independence. I don't recommend the Capuchin Crypt if you are a bit squeamish.

Josephine W

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Heather was incredible! She shared so much knowledge in a humorous, memorable way. The visit to the church at the conclusion of the tour was an unexpected highlight. A must do.

Chase F

Couple

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Jul 2026

This tour was absolutely amazing and was so informative! Our tour guide Sabina was knowledgeable on all the history and even gave us a great place to stop and eat after the tour! The bus transfers were easy to navigate and was nice after walking in the hot sun! Overall, I would most definitely suggest this tour! The Capuchin crypt is a most see attraction!

Bryant G

Family

Verified booking

Jun 2026

Our guide was excellent Paula was extensively knowledgeable regarding our tour stops, she would ask constantly if there where questions that needed to be answered, and the coach ride was clean and comfortable were still she explained the scenes around us on the way. I would recommend this tour and tour guide to anyone that is in Rome!!

Explore two of Rome’s most unique underground sites in a single afternoon—ideal for time-strapped travelers.

Start at Piazza Barberini and travel by AC coach with a tour host—skip the hassle of arranging separate tickets and transport.

Explore the Capuchin Crypt with an audio guide before visiting one of Rome’s catacombs with a licensed expert.

Upgrade to include the hidden Basilica of San Nicola or a city guide app for more stories across Rome.

Guided tour of Callixtus Catacombs, Capuchin Crypt with skip-the-line entry

Expert English, Italian, German, or Spanish-speaking guide

Round-trip transfers to the Catacombs

City guide app for Rome (as per option selected)

Gratuities

Food & beverages

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Luis O
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
A very good guide—polite and attentive. However, we had to share a bus for an unscheduled tour—no big deal. I do think it’s important for guides to be especially respectful when talking about the Church and to exercise caution when making judgments—for example, about which basilica in Rome is the most important. Both of them were, but I want to emphasize how important it is to be scrupulously respectful.
Elizabeth T
Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
This is a great tour because it gives you three different experiences of the crypts of Rome. The transfers between the sites was perfect as you also get to see the Appian Way and Aurelian Walls
Maria A
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Well organized. Excellent guide in the catacombs. Good combination with the tourist bus to have some independence. I don't recommend the Capuchin Crypt if you are a bit squeamish.
Josephine W
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Heather was incredible! She shared so much knowledge in a humorous, memorable way. The visit to the church at the conclusion of the tour was an unexpected highlight. A must do.
Sarah V
Family
Verified booking
Jul 2026
Paula was a wonderfully knowledgeable guide. She clearly has a passion for the history of her city and takes joy in sharing it with her tour groups.

This tour covers Rome’s eeriest underground sites—without having to plan a thing.

Getting started

Meet your group and host at Piazza Barberini. Board an AC coach to begin your tour.

What to expect

Capuchin Crypt

A Baroque ossuary under Santa Maria della Concezione.

Explore six chapels decorated with the bones of 4,000 friars.

Hear about Capuchin beliefs via an included audio guide.

Catacombs (St. Callixtus, Domitilla, or St. Sebastian)

You’ll visit one catacomb, depending on the day.

Join a licensed guide underground.

Walk through frescoed tombs and learn about early Christian burials.

Optional: Basilica of San Nicola in Carcere

Some tours include a stop here—a lesser-known church built over ancient Roman temples.

Once the tour ends, you’ll return to central Rome by the same coach.

Your coach returns you to central Rome after the tour concludes.

Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled time for check-in and boarding.

You’ll visit one of the following catacombs based on the day of your tour. St. Callixtus Catacombs is open Thursday to Tuesday and closed on Wednesdays. Domitilla Catacombs is open Wednesday to Monday and closed on Tuesdays. St. Sebastian Catacombs is open daily.

The specific catacomb visited depends on operational availability and closure days. Your guide will confirm which one is scheduled on the day of your tour.

The tour includes stairs and uneven terrain and is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.

Dress code: Shoulders and knees must be covered due to religious site requirements.

Photography is not allowed inside the crypt or catacombs.

The catacombs stay cool (~15°C). Carry a light jacket for comfort.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide at Touristation Aracoeli.

Address: Touristation Aracoeli, Piazza d'Aracoeli, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy.

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