Rome Catacombs Tour

Venture Underground to Discover Rome's Hidden History
User icon10 Guests Max
Clock icon1.5 hrs
Info iconFlexible Travel

What's included?

Check iconSkip-the-line tickets
Check iconFun, expert, local guide
Check iconExplore Rome’s largest catacombs complex!

Excluded

Cross iconTransportation to and from the meeting point.​
Cross iconMeals and personal expenses during the tour.​

The best way to understand Rome is to take a look beneath it. Our Rome Catacombs Tour is perfect for travellers who want to get off the beaten track, unearth underground passageways, and discover the secrets of the largest catacombs in Rome.


Prepare to discover the deeper, darker, and more mysterious parts of Roman history with a small group of like-minded adventurers. By digging downwards into the ancient labyrinth of tunnels, we’ll uncover all the secrets and dark tales of the catacombs of Domitilla.


Your friendly expert guide will meet you outside and give you a quick overview of the tour before we make our descent. With our close guidance, you’ll have the chance to explore and discover ancient passageways in the largest, most famous catacombs in Rome. These tunnels are sacred and an integral part of the Christian and Roman faiths. Learn how ancient Christian rites and rituals were held underneath the bustling city streets.


These tunnels were not only a place of ritual, but are still a sacred place of rest for more than 150,000 bodies. These catacombs and the bodies they hold stretch for almost 20 km underground, some of which is yet to be seen by the public eye.


With a maximum of ten travellers per tour group, you’ll have the opportunity to ask plenty of questions. The price of the tour includes the tickets. If you’d like to join us on our Rome Catacombs Tour of the darkest, largest catacombs in Rome, book your spot now to make sure you don’t miss out!

Tour Highlights

  • Check iconDiscover Rome’s largest catacombs complex – The Catacombs of Domitilla
  • Check iconGo underground and venture back in time to discover ancient
  • Check iconRoman life and rituals Lay your eyes on 2000 year old frescoes and much more!
  • Check iconExplore the burial ground of Rome’s earliest Christian Martyrs

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Meet in the Gardens of the Domitilla Catacombs

Your guide will be by the picnic benches holding a yellow Carpe Diem Rome flag.

The Domitilla Catacombs

Explore the ancient passageways in the largest, most famous catacombs in Rome. These tunnels are sacred and an integral part of the Christian and Roman faiths. Learn how ancient Christian rites and rituals were held underneath the bustling city streets.

Burial Chambers

These tunnels were not only a place of ritual, but are still a sacred place of rest for more than 150,000 bodies. These catacombs and the bodies they hold stretch for almost 20 km underground, some of which is yet to be seen by the public eye.

Above Ground

Emerge from the depths of Rome’s catacombs into the Gardens of Domitilla.

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Key Info

When?

10:00, 15:00

Where?

Catacombs of Domitilla

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The Carpe Diem Tour experience begins in...

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Know Before You Go

  • It’s 16°C/59°F underground, you might want to bring a light coat or jacket.
  • To arrive via public transport, take buses n. 714, 716, 160, 670 to Piazza Dei Navigatori then walk 7 minutes east along Via Delle Sette Chiese
  • Please make sure you arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled start time

Important

Wear comfy shoes and bring a jacket—it's a cool, 1.5-hour walk through Rome’s largest underground catacombs in a small group.

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