Catacombs of St. Sebastian Tickets with Guided Tour

About this experience

The Catacombs of St. Sebastian is a religious site in Rome, set beneath the Appian Way, one of the ancient city's most historically significant roads. Dating from the 3rd century, the underground network served as a burial ground for Rome's early Christian community and became one of the first sites to bear the name "catacomb". The complex also holds a strong association with Saints Peter and Paul, who are believed to have been venerated here before their remains were moved to their respective basilicas, making it a notable pilgrimage destination in early Christian history. For visitors exploring Rome attractions, this guided visit offers direct access to a site that shaped the development of Christian burial practice and devotion. The guided tour leads through a network of burial tunnels containing niches, family mausoleums, and inscribed chambers that document funerary customs across several centuries. Guides explain the symbolism found in the carvings, the historical context of early Christian persecution, and the site's role in the growth of the faith. Optional upgrades are available, including combined entry to the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella along the Appian Way, or a full-day programme covering the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, the Holy Stairs, St. John Lateran Archbasilica, and St. Mary Major Basilica. Tickets include the guided underground visit; check available options at booking for upgrade combinations and schedule details.

Highlights

• Explore the Catacombs of St. Sebastian, one of Rome’s oldest Christian burial sites, on a guided tour through third-century underground tunnels and chambers.
• Learn how saints, popes, martyrs, and Roman nobles were laid to rest here as your expert guide brings early Christian Rome to life.
• Visit the catacombs linked to Saints Peter and Paul, an important pilgrimage site that played a key role in the history of Christianity.
• Upgrade to include round-trip transfers and entry to the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella for a deeper exploration of the historic Appian Way.
• Choose a full-day experience to visit both the St. Sebastian and St. Callixtus Catacombs, three papal basilicas, and the Holy Stairs with guided commentary throughout.

What is included

• Guided tour of Catacombs of St. Sebastian with entry
• Expert English-speaking guide
• Round-trip AC coach transfers from central Rome (as per option selected)
• Entry to Mausoleum of Cecelia Metella (as per option selected)
• Guided tour to Callixtus or Domitilla catacombs with entry (as per option selected)
• Guided tour of the Holy Stairs at Sancta Sanctorum, St John Lateran Archbasilica and St Mary Major Basilica (as per option selected)

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.