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Guided tour
Transfers available
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Explore the Catacombs of Domitilla, Rome’s largest underground Christian cemetery, on a guided tour with skip-the-line entry.
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Walk through miles of ancient burial galleries lined with tombs, frescoes, and traces of early Christian life.
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Visit the Basilica of Saints Nereus and Achilleus, one of the few underground basilicas found within Rome’s catacombs.
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Choose a guided tour in English, Italian, German, Portuguese, or Spanish for deeper insight into the site’s history and symbolism.
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Upgrade your visit with round-trip bus transfers and entry to the Capuchin Crypt, famous for its bone-decorated chapels.
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Guided tour of Domitilla Catacombs with skip-the-line entry
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Expert English, Italian, German, Portuguese, or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)
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Capuchin Crypt entry with audio guide and transfers (as per option selected)
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Round-trip transfers from central Rome (as per option selected)
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Food and drinks
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Guided tour of Capuchin Crypt
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Descend into Rome’s largest catacomb and uncover centuries of early Christian history, art, and burial traditions beneath the city streets.
Getting started
Arrive at the Catacombs of Domitilla and present your ticket for validation. Meet your guide and enter through the priority entrance before beginning your underground tour.
What to expect
Catacombs of Domitilla
Stretching across several levels beneath Rome, the Catacombs of Domitilla form the city’s largest underground Christian burial complex and preserve some of its most important early Christian heritage.
Ancient burial galleries: Walk through an extensive network of tunnels and chambers used by Christian communities between the 2nd and 5th centuries.
Underground basilica: Visit the Basilica of Saints Nereus and Achilleus, a rare subterranean church built within the catacombs.
Early Christian frescoes: Discover ancient paintings and symbols that offer insight into the beliefs and daily lives of Rome’s earliest Christians.
Expert-guided visit: Learn about the catacombs’ history, architecture, and religious significance from your guide in your selected language.
Upgrades
Upgrade to include round-trip open-top bus transfers and entry to the Capuchin Crypt. Explore the crypt independently with an audio guide and see chapels decorated with the bones of Capuchin friars, offering a striking contrast to the burial galleries of Domitilla.
What to bring
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Footwear: Wear comfortable walking shoes because surfaces inside the catacombs are uneven.
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Clothing: Bring a light jacket because temperatures underground are cooler.
Accessibility
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Mobility access: The tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
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Health considerations: This tour is not recommended if you have claustrophobia, mobility issues, or respiratory conditions.
What’s not allowed
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Photography and filming: Do not take photos or videos inside the catacombs or the Capuchin Crypt.
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Large bags: Do not bring large bags or backpacks inside.
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Food, drinks, smoking: Do not smoke, eat, or drink inside the monuments.
Additional information
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Dress code: Ensure your knees and shoulders are covered inside religious sites.
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Physical activity: Expect a walking tour with stairs and uneven paths, so be prepared for moderate physical effort.
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Closed days: Domitilla is closed on Tuesdays, and Callixtus is closed on Wednesdays.
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Return from Capuchin Crypt: If your option ends at the Capuchin Crypt, you must arrange your own transport back.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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