Guided Tours

Capuchin Crypt, Christian Catacombs & San Martino ai Monti Tour with Transfers

Name: Capuchin Crypt, Christian Catacombs & San Martino ai Monti Tour with Transfers
Start: 2026-06-03T14:50:00
End: 2026-06-03T18:20:00
Location: Rome

Visitors with guide inside Capuchin Crypt, Rome, observing ancient inscriptions.

Statue in Rome crypt, part of the Crypts and Catacombs Tour with Capuchin Bone Chapel visit.

Ancient pottery and artifacts in the Capuchin Crypt, Rome.

Catacombs passage with frescoes, Rome guided tour.

Duration

3 hrs 30 mins

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Discover a spine-chilling array of bones, a maze of underground tombs, and the Basilica of San Martino ai Monti on this 3-in-1 expertly guided tour.

4.3/5(1,080)

Rossana C

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Emiliano was an absolutely fantastic tour guide! So friendly, authentic, and with a wonderful sense of humor. We learned so many interesting things from him, and thanks to him we will always remember the Capuchin Crypt and the Catacombs as an outstanding experience. Highly recommended! ❤️ And Emiliano: we’re sorry we didn’t join the church visit afterwards, we were hungry, grumpy, and whining like little kids 🤣 so we thought we’d just visit it over the next few days instead. It truly had nothing to do with you. We would choose you again anytime as our tour guide in Rome! 🌷❤️

Rodney W

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Our Catacombs tour was a great experience. Maria is an intelligent and funny guide. She is well rehearsed in the history of the area. She was captivatingly interesting to listen to. She was even kind enough to give additional directions to the subway at the end. We definitely recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see the Catacombs! Although no pictures are permitted in the catacombs there is plenty of other areas to take photos for memories.

Ezra W

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

Sylvia was a fantastic guide, really knowledgeable and such a lovely person. We asked for other recommendations of things to do and she gave us a great list. The tour itself is a perfect length, enough time to see everything without feeling like you're waiting around. Such a fascinating part of Rome to see! We would highly recommend it, and Sylvia :)

Thomas M

Couple

Verified booking

Feb 2026

**A Truly Unforgettable Experience – Thanks to Our Guide, Allen** I booked the *Capuchin Crypt + Catacombs Tour with Transfers* expecting an interesting morning, but it turned out to be one of the most memorable experiences of my entire trip. The sites themselves are extraordinary, but what elevated the tour to another level entirely was our guide, Allen. From the moment we met him, Allen set the tone with his warmth, professionalism, and incredible depth of knowledge. His commentary wasn’t just informative—it was captivating. He wove history, culture, and human stories together so vividly that the past genuinely felt alive around us. The way he explained the symbolism, traditions, and historical context of the crypts and catacombs added layers of meaning I never would have discovered on my own. Allen struck the perfect balance between reverence for the sites and engaging storytelling. He answered every question with patience and insight, and his passion for the subject matter was infectious. I left feeling not only informed, but genuinely moved. The transfers were smooth and well‑organised, making the whole experience effortless from start to finish. But truly, it was Allen who made this tour exceptional. If you’re considering this experience—do it. And if you’re lucky enough to have Allen as your guide, you’re in for something special.

Sandra B

Couple

Verified booking

Feb 2026

Our tour guide Alan was excellent. He made us feel comfortable to ask questions and was very knowledgeable about all aspects of the tour. The Capuchin (bone) Crypt was one of the most incredible things I have ever seen - unusual, a bit macabre while reminding us of our own mortality. The Catacombs were amazing, the history AD and BC was mind blowing! No photography was allowed here but the memories will remain strong nevertheless. I would fully recommend this tour, one of the best I have been on - provided by City Wonders.

Skip the hassle with round-trip transfers, making it easy to explore these historic sites scattered across Rome.

Step into the eerie yet fascinating Capuchin Crypt, where 4,000 friars’ remains create hauntingly beautiful chapels—your audio guide unveils their story.

Venture deep into one of Rome’s legendary catacombs—Domitilla, St. Callixtus, or St. Sebastian—on a guided tour through ancient underground burial tunnels.

Uncover hidden history beneath the Basilica of San Martino ai Monti, one of Rome's oldest churches with fascinating underground levels.

Want to mix it up? Trade San Martino ai Monti for a visit to the legendary Bocca della Verità, plus Santa Maria in Cosmedin and Hadrian’s Crypt!

Expert English-speaking guide

Groups of up to 25 guests

Round-trip AC coach transfers from central Rome

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

Guided tour of St. Callixtus/Domitilla/St. Sebastian Catacombs with skip-the-line entry

Guided tour of Capuchin Crypt (as per option selected)

Entry to San Martino ai Monti (as per option selected)

Visit to Santa Maria in Cosmedin & Pope Hadrian’s Crypt, Bocca della Verità (Mouth of Truth) (as per option selected)

Hotel pick up and drop off

Food & beverages

TOTAL DURATION3 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
Start point
Piazza Barberini
Get direction
1 min by a/c bus
0.23 km
1. Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars
Tickets included
22 min by a/c bus
6.8 km
2. Appian Way Catacombs
Tickets included
17 min by a/c bus
6.9 km
3. San Nicola in Carcere
Tickets included
16 min by a/c bus
4 km
End point
Piazza Barberini
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

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What our guests say
Rodney W
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Our Catacombs tour was a great experience. Maria is an intelligent and funny guide. She is well rehearsed in the history of the area. She was captivatingly interesting to listen to. She was even kind enough to give additional directions to the subway at the end. We definitely recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see the Catacombs! Although no pictures are permitted in the catacombs there is plenty of other areas to take photos for memories.
Rossana C
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Emiliano was an absolutely fantastic tour guide! So friendly, authentic, and with a wonderful sense of humor. We learned so many interesting things from him, and thanks to him we will always remember the Capuchin Crypt and the Catacombs as an outstanding experience. Highly recommended! ❤️ And Emiliano: we’re sorry we didn’t join the church visit afterwards, we were hungry, grumpy, and whining like little kids 🤣 so we thought we’d just visit it over the next few days instead. It truly had nothing to do with you. We would choose you again anytime as our tour guide in Rome! 🌷❤️
Pia L
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The tour was interesting and well organized. The guide Cat was really nice and could tell us about the history very well.
Neil H
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Amazing tour, with an extremley knowlegable and local tour guide. well worth the money one of the best tours ive done.
Ezra W
Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
Sylvia was a fantastic guide, really knowledgeable and such a lovely person. We asked for other recommendations of things to do and she gave us a great list. The tour itself is a perfect length, enough time to see everything without feeling like you're waiting around. Such a fascinating part of Rome to see! We would highly recommend it, and Sylvia :)

The bone chapels

Your first stop is the Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars, housing Caravaggio’s painting of St. Francis and many artifacts from the order's history of creating altruistic projects around the world. Lined along the rear end of the museum are the Capuchin Crypts: resting places of 4000 Capuchin Friars, whose skeletal remains were artistically arranged in the European tradition of memento mori, a simple reminder that all must die.

The sacred Christian catacombs

On a private AC bus, you'll travel along the ancient Appian Way to the extensive catacombs, dug into the ground some 2000 years ago. Follow your historian guide through the network of sacred tunnels associated with the first Christians in ancient Rome. Descend into the labyrinthian corridors carved into the soft volcanic rock as you discover intriguing iconography, fascinating frescoes, and breathtaking burial grounds. You will either visit the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, St. Sebastian, or Domitilla!

Basilica of San Martino ai Monti

San Martino ai Monti dates back to the 4th century, making it one of the oldest churches in Rome. It started as a titulus, an early Christian gathering place before Christianity was legalized, and was later transformed into a basilica. Beneath the basilica, you can explore archaeological remains including ancient Roman buildings and early Christian oratories. Since it’s just a short walk from the Colosseum yet often overlooked, this church is a hidden sanctuary in the heart of Rome.

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