Guided Tours

Catacombs of St. Callixtus Guided Tour

Name: Catacombs of St. Callixtus Guided Tour
Start: 2026-06-13T15:00:00
End: 2026-06-13T15:45:00
Location: Rome

Entrance to Catacombs of St Callixtus with visitors approaching ticket office, Rome.

Ancient underground passage in the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, Rome.

Ancient stone inscriptions and columns in the Catacombs of St Callixtus, Rome.

Entrance to Catacombs of St Callixtus with garden and stone building in Rome.

Flexible cancellation

Get full refund for a small fee if you cancel 24 hours before the experience start time.

Duration

45 mins

Open today

9:00am - 5:00pm

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Guided tour

4.4/5(644)

Neil S

Couple

Verified booking

Jan 2026

The guide was very knowledgeable but we expected it to be a 2 hr tour but finished after 45 minutes. It would have been useful ahead of time that cameras were banned. Also a tip on bus numbers would been useful. Otherwise a good experience.

Melissa K

Group

Verified booking

Dec 2025

The group size was a little large for the space. If you were in the back, it could have been hard to hear the guide telling stories along the corridors. It was a good pace for walking and very informative. Need warm clothes as the catacombs are cool inside. Guide was easy to understand in English. Quick tour but interesting. Photos are not allowed.

Journey underground into Rome’s mysterious Catacombs, an ancient Christian burial site dating back to the 2nd century AD.

Explore a maze of tunnels carved deep into volcanic rock, guided by an expert storyteller who brings centuries of history to life.

Skip the lines and make the most of your time with a fully guided small-group experience available in multiple languages.

Visit either the Catacombs of St. Callixtus (all days except Wednesdays) or Domitilla (only Wednesdays), both among the oldest and most sacred sites in the city.

Hear fascinating tales of faith, persecution, and art in these hidden sanctuaries of early Christianity.

Entry to Catacombs of Callixtus

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

Round-trip transfers

Meals and beverages

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Elizabeta S
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
A very interesting experience. The guide described it to us in detail and with much more detailed information. A very interesting experience.
Michael N
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
Incredible visit to the Caracombs understanding the size and depth of the burial grounds. Tour guide was often times hard to understand. Good tour!
Noirot S
Group
Verified booking
May 2026
The guide's stories and explanations are great.
Josef R
Group
Verified booking
May 2026
Expert guidance, though unfortunately too brief
Juliane H
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
It was well organized, the tour guide was professional, and the tour was very interesting—but we felt like we were constantly running out of time, and there wasn’t much opportunity to linger. We would have liked a little more of that.

Step beneath the surface of Rome and uncover a hidden world few visitors ever see. With your expert guide leading the way, you’ll trace the footsteps of the city’s earliest Christians through labyrinthine tunnels that whisper stories of faith and resilience.

Getting started

Validate your ticket at the catacombs, before your guide will lead you toward one of the city’s most important underground treasures.

What to expect

Catacombs of St. Callixtus or Domitilla

Descend into an extraordinary archaeological complex that served as both a burial ground and a secret place of worship nearly 2,000 years ago.

Features

Explore intricate passageways lined with ancient tombs carved into the rock.

Discover symbolic frescoes and inscriptions that reveal early Christian beliefs.

Learn how these sacred tunnels became known as the “Little Vatican,” where martyrs and popes were laid to rest.

Hear gripping stories and fascinating facts that only a local guide can share.

Your tour will take you to Callixtus on all days except Wednesdays, and to Domitilla only on Wednesdays.

What to bring

A light jacket or wrap will come in handy — temperatures underground stay cool and slightly damp, even during Rome’s hottest months.

What’s not allowed

Please avoid bringing food or drinks into the Catacombs — it’s a sacred and preserved archaeological site.

Photography and videography are forbidden

Accessibility

The Catacombs feature narrow passages and steps, so the experience isn’t recommended for visitors with limited mobility or wheelchair users.

Additional Information

Depending on the day, you’ll explore either the Catacombs of St. Callixtus (closed Wednesdays) or Domitilla (open Wednesdays only).

Aim to arrive a few minutes early for a smooth check-in and timely departure.

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.