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Catacombs of Domitilla and Capuchin Crypt Guided Tour with Transfers

Tour guide speaking to visitors on a bus at Catacombs of Domitilla, Rome.
Catacombs of Domitilla interior with ancient columns and altar, Rome guided tour.
Skulls and monk figures in the Capuchin Crypt, Rome catacombs.
Tourists observing skull cross in Capuchin Crypts, Rome.

Duration

3 hr

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09:00am - 05:00pm

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Audio guide

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Guided tour

Transfers included

Venture below Rome’s bustling streets into the Domitilla Catacombs and the Capuchin Crypt. Be fascinated on a guided tour with all transport arranged!

4.1/5

(20)

Michael Steinhauer

Michael

Sep 2025
Verified booking
4/5
The reception at the center and the guide were very friendly. The guided tour of the catacombs was very detailed and good. The museum and the church were exceptional
silvia adela avila

Silvia

Jul 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Excellent visit! Very good information from the guides and the design of the audio guide is also good. The visit is made in the context of a historical context and also in the context of a vision of religiosity and respect.
    • Skip the stress of navigating—enjoy pre-arranged transfers to these hidden, far-flung sites for a seamless experience.

    • Venture into the ancient Catacombs of Domitilla or St. Callixtus (Tuesdays only) with a guide, discovering frescoed tombs, underground basilicas, and early Christian burial sites.

    • Step into the eerie Capuchin Crypt, where the bones of 4,000 friars create haunting memento mori artwork, brought to life with an immersive audio guide.

    • Half-day tour around Domitilla Catacombs and Capuchin Crypt

    • Guided tour of Domitilla Catacombs with entry (except Tuesday)

    • Guided tour of St. Callixtus Catacombs with entry (only Tuesday)

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

    • One-way transfers

    • Entry to the Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars with audio guide

    • Guided tour of the Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars

    • Return transfers to Rome

    • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

    • Food & beverages

  • TOTAL DURATION3 hours
    MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
    FIRST DEPARTURECatacombs of Domitilla
    LAST DEPARTURECatacombs of Domitilla
    Piazza d'Aracoeli
    Start point

    Piazza d'Aracoeli

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    18 min by A/C Bus
    6 km
    Catacombs of Domitilla

    1. Catacombs of Domitilla

    Tickets included
    40 min
    22 min by A/C Bus
    6.8 km
    Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars

    2. Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars

    Tickets included
    Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars
    End point

    Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars

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

  • 4.1
    20 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Marco Biancheri

    Marco

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    I have been to the catacombs and I must say that the impact is remarkable, an immersion in real history, not the history of books. The thing that impressed me most, however, was the guide. A young girl, very knowledgeable, who did not just repeat the usual notions. She explained the historical contexts and symbologies superbly, with an analytical clarity that made you connect the dots immediately. Truly a professional who enhances the site, making the tour educational and engaging. Next, I visited the Crypt of the Capuchin Friars with the attached museum. The entire museum tour, supported by an excellent audio guide, provides a basic background on the Order, before getting to the core. The Crypt itself is a work of extreme symbolism: the use of bones as a decorative element is not a macabre gesture, but a tangible and very powerful meditation on the transience of matter and the eternity of the soul. A heavy concept, but expressed with a theatricality that forces you to reflect. In short, it was an experience that goes far beyond a mere tourist attraction. I absolutely recommend it: it is a fascinating, historically relevant and conceptually stimulating trip. A must-see.
    Konstanze Pommerenke

    Konstanze

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    The tour guide Luisa was very competent and friendly.
    Michael Steinhauer

    Michael

    Sep 2025
    Verified booking
    4/5
    The reception at the center and the guide were very friendly. The guided tour of the catacombs was very detailed and good. The museum and the church were exceptional
    Wendy Thomas

    Wendy

    Aug 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Fantastic tour! Loved the self guided ability!
    silvia adela avila

    Silvia

    Jul 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Excellent visit! Very good information from the guides and the design of the audio guide is also good. The visit is made in the context of a historical context and also in the context of a vision of religiosity and respect.
  • Uncover the secrets beneath Rome

    Your journey begins in Rome, where you'll board a panoramic bus for the Catacombs of Domitilla. Descend into this ancient complex, the oldest and largest in Rome, and discover a network of tunnels adorned with frescoes and Christian symbols. Your expert guide will bring the past to life, sharing stories of the early Christian community who found refuge and faith within these underground walls. If you visit on a Tuesday, you'll visit the Catacombs of St. Callixtus instead. It's the most extensive network of its kind and the final resting place of nine popes!

    The bone chapels of the Capuchins

    Your final stop is the Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars, featuring Caravaggio’s iconic painting of St. Francis and artifacts showcasing the order’s global charitable efforts. At the museum's rear, the Capuchin Crypts hold the remains of 4,000 friars, their bones meticulously arranged in the European memento mori tradition, offering a poignant reminder of mortality. Explore the unique chapels at your own pace with a multilingual audio guide and reflect on the Capuchins' beliefs about death and the afterlife.

  • Roman Catacombs

    Monday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 05:00pm
    WednesdayClosed
    Thursday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Friday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Saturday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Sunday09:00am - 05:00pm
  • What to bring

    • Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring along a layer for chilly underground temperatures.

    What's not allowed

    • Note that the following are not allowed on this tour: Large items, pets, food and beverages.

    • Photography and videography is prohibited inside the catacombs and crypts.

    • Strict dress code: Clothing that covers the knees and shoulders.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not wheelchair accessible, and not recommended for those with claustrophobia or serious mobility issues.

    Additional information

    • Please arrive on time, as latecomers will not be accommodated.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes 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

    • Redeem your voucher at Touristation Aracoeli.

    • Address: Piazza d'Aracoeli, 16, 00186 Roma RM, Italy.

    • Landmark: A small fountain is in front of the office. There are signs and orange flags outside.

    Get directions to the meeting point

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