Rome: Roman Crypts and Catacombs Tour with Audio Guide

About this experience

Rome Roman Crypts and Catacombs Tour with Audio Guide Explore Rome's hidden underground world on this comprehensive tour that takes you beneath the city streets to discover sacred burial sites and ancient Christian history. You'll visit the bone-decorated Capuchin Crypts, venture into authentic Roman catacombs, and explore the underground levels of the Basilica of San Martino ai Monti. This 3.5-hour guided experience reveals the layers of Rome's religious and cultural past that most visitors never see. Your tour begins at the Capuchin Crypts, where the bones of 4,000 Capuchin friars create an extraordinary artistic display that serves as a meditation on mortality. You'll then descend into the Roman catacombs, the original burial tunnels carved by early Christians, where you can view ancient frescoes and carvings that tell stories of faith and martyrdom. The tour includes transport between sites in an air-conditioned coach, ensuring comfort as you travel across Rome. What is Included Live professional guide Personal audio device with detailed commentary Air-conditioned coach transport between sites Entry to Capuchin Crypts Access to Roman catacombs Visit to Basilica and underground areas of San Martino ai Monti Good to Know The tour lasts approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. You must bring valid photo identification for entry to all sites. Some areas are not wheelchair accessible due to uneven surfaces in the underground passages. Photography is restricted in certain areas, so follow the guidelines provided by your guide. The underground sites can be dimly lit and involve walking through narrow corridors and uneven surfaces. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. The tour operates with both live guide commentary and personal audio devices to ensure all participants can hear clearly throughout the experience. If you're interested in exploring more of Rome's ancient history above ground, consider booking a Colosseum and Roman Forum guided tour. For those fascinated by Vatican history and art, the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel tour offers another perspective on Rome's religious heritage.

Highlights

• Explore the bone-decorated Capuchin Crypts beneath Rome's streets
• Descend into authentic Roman catacombs used as early Christian burial sites
• Discover underground levels of the Basilica of San Martino ai Monti
• Audio guide included throughout this 3.5-hour underground experience
• Uncover layers of Rome's religious history most visitors never see

What is included

• Entrance ticket to the Capuchin Crypts and Museum
• Entrance ticket to the Roman Catacombs
• Entrance ticket to the Basilica and Undergrounds of San Martino Ai Monti
• Live guide
• Transportation via air-conditioned coach

Not included

• Food and drinks
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Gratuities (optional)

Before you go

Wear comfortable shoes for walking on uneven surfaces Some sites are not wheelchair accessible Food and drinks are not included Bring valid ID for entry confirmation Photography may be restricted in some areas

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.