Catacombs of St. Callixtus Guided Tour with Transfers
Catacombs of St. Callixtus Guided Tour with Transfers
Duration: 2 hours
2 hours
Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus
Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus
Expert local tour guide
Expert local tour guide
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Traverse the eerie Catacombs of the Eternal city alongside an expert guide! Comfortable transfers from central Rome have got you covered.
Hop on an air-conditioned coach with your guide for a relaxing ride along the historic Appian Way.
As you step into tunnels built over 2 milennia ago, admire early Christian symbols and frescoes inscribed on marble loculi behind which the dead rest.
Hear fascinating myths, facts, and legends from your guide in your preferred language.
On Wednesdays, visit the Catacombs of Domitilla instead and see some of the most elaborately decorated tombs on the Appian Way.
Guided tour of St. Callixtus Catacombs with entry
Expert English, Italian, German, French, or Spanish-speaking guide
Round-trip AC coach transfers from central Rome
Guide explaining Roman Catacombs to tourists during Capuchin Crypts tour.
From the center to the outskirts
Ready to have your perception of Rome turned upside down? Your journey begins with round-trip transfers from the city center to the famed Catacombs of St. Callixtus along the historic Appian Way. With a guide, venture into these sprawling underground labyrinths where the dead rest. These were created in response to a shortage of land for the remains of the deceased, and evolving funerary practices as religions and cultures shifted through time.
The hidden depths of ancient Rome
Your friendly specialist guide will help you navigate through the subterranean maze while explaining the unusual history of Rome. These 2,000-year-old tunnels contain early Christian symbolism etched and frescoed onto the marble slabs guarding their loved ones' graves. Don't miss the Crypt of St. Cecilia, honoring the patron saint of music – believed to have invented the organ! Her evocative statue lies amidst biblical mosaics and reliefs. On Wednesdays, head to the Catacombs of Domitilla instead, admiring some of the most elaborate tombs in Rome.
Capuchin Crypt in Rome Catacombs with monk statues and skull decorations.
Tour group with audio guides exploring underground catacombs in Rome.
Guide explaining Roman Catacombs to tourists during Capuchin Crypts tour.
Capuchin Crypt in Rome Catacombs with monk statues and skull decorations.
Tour group with audio guides exploring underground catacombs in Rome.
Open-top bus with tourists on a guided tour of Rome's underground catacombs.
What to bring
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring along a layer for chilly underground temperatures.
What's not allowed
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Note that the following are not allowed on this tour: Large items, pets, food and beverages.
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Photography and videography is prohibited inside the catacombs.
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Strict dress code: Clothing that covers the knees and shoulders.
Accessibility
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This experience is not wheelchair accessible, and not recommended for those with claustrophobia or serious mobility issues.
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There are 50 irregular steps to descend and ascend, with no seating area or elevator.
Additional information
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On Wednesdays, you will visit the neighboring Catacombs of Domitilla instead of St. Callixtus.
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Please arrive on time, as latecomers will not be accommodated.
Group exploring ancient underground catacombs on a guided tour.
Skulls and monk figures in the Capuchin Crypt, Rome catacombs.
Open-top bus with tourists on a guided tour of Rome's underground catacombs.
Group exploring ancient underground catacombs on a guided tour.
Skulls and monk figures in the Capuchin Crypt, Rome catacombs.
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