Catacombs of Saint Agnes Tickets with Guided Tour

About this experience

The Catacombs of Saint Agnes is a religious site in Rome, comprising an early Christian underground burial complex dating to the third century. The site sits beneath the Basilica of Sant'Agnese fuori le Mura on the Via Nomentana, one of the best-preserved early Christian basilicas in the city. Saint Agnes, a martyr venerated since the fourth century, is buried here, and the catacombs contain inscriptions, frescoes, and carved niches that document the burial practices of Rome's early Christian community. The complex is among the smaller but more intact catacomb networks accessible to visitors in Rome, making it a focused and historically coherent site rather than a sprawling labyrinth. The guided tour is led by an official internal guide who covers the layout of the tunnels, the significance of the iconography, and the historical context of Christian burial in Rome. Visitors move through the underground galleries, viewing loculi, arcosolium tombs, and surviving painted decoration. The tour also typically includes the adjacent basilica and the mausoleum of Constantina, daughter of Emperor Constantine, which houses fourth-century mosaics. Tickets cover guided entry to the catacomb network and associated structures, with tours running at scheduled intervals throughout the day. Pre-booked entry is required, and the reservation should be presented at the site on arrival.

Highlights

• Explore the Catacombs of Saint Agnes, an ancient underground cemetery that grew around the tomb of one of Christianity’s most revered young martyrs.
• Follow an expert guide through burial chambers, narrow passageways, and sacred spaces while uncovering stories of faith, persecution, and early Christian life in Rome.
• Learn to spot the symbols, inscriptions, and funerary traditions hidden throughout the catacombs, revealing how Rome’s first Christians honored their dead.
• Choose from English, French, or Italian-guided tours for a more engaging and accessible exploration of this historic pilgrimage site.
• Skip the guesswork of navigating the maze-like tunnels on your own and gain deeper context from a guide who brings centuries of history to life.

What is included

• Guided tour of Catacombs of Saint Agnes with entry
• Expert English, French or Italian speaking guide (as per option selected)

Not included

• Food and drinks
• Transportation to and from the Catacombs

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.