Catacombs of St. Callixtus Tickets with Guided Tour
Catacombs of St. Callixtus Tickets with Guided Tour
Duration: 2 hours
2 hours
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Skip the lines and walk straight into one of Rome’s most sacred underground sites with a licensed guide.
Tour the final resting place of early Christian martyrs and popes as you explore 3rd-century tunnels and crypts in a language of your choosing.
Hear the meaning behind ancient symbols etched into the walls, and the stories of the people buried here.
A small-group format and five language options make this an intimate, accessible experience for all travelers.
Did you know? Over half a million early Christians were buried here, including 16 popes.
Upgrade to get transfers to and from the catacombs to bypass the hassle of navigating public transport in Rome.
Guided tour of Callixtus Catacombs with skip-the-line entry
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Tourists walking through ancient Roman Catacombs on a guided tour.
Descend into Rome’s Catacombs of St. Callixtus on a 40-minute guided tour exploring early Christian history underground.
Getting started
Arrive at the Catacombs of St. Callixtus entrance located on the Appian Way and present your smartphone voucher at the ticket office. You’ll be directed to your guide, who will provide a brief introduction before leading your group into the catacombs.
What to expect
Catacombs of St. Callixtus
Recognized as one of Rome’s most significant ancient burial sites, St. Callixtus is the largest of the Roman catacombs and dates back to the 3rd century. It served as the final resting place for many early popes and Christian martyrs. These extensive underground tunnels hold the remains of around half a million Christians, offering a unique window into the city’s religious past.
Features
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Ancient burial chambers: Walk through labyrinthine corridors lined with crypts, where early Christians and popes were entombed, highlighting the site’s spiritual and historical importance.
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Early Christian symbols: Discover mysterious symbols and inscriptions carved into the stone, each revealing stories of faith and resilience from centuries past.
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Expert guided insights: Your guide shares context on the catacombs’ role in Rome’s religious timeline, making complex history accessible and engaging for all visitors.
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Add-on: get transfers from the city centre to these catacombs and back, so you don't need to waste time figuring out bus lines and interchanges.
Ancient underground passage in the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, Rome.
Entrance to Catacombs of St Callixtus with garden and stone building in Rome.
Tourists walking through ancient Roman Catacombs on a guided tour.
Ancient underground passage in the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, Rome.
Entrance to Catacombs of St Callixtus with garden and stone building in Rome.
Tourists entering the Catacombs of St. Callixtus in Rome, Italy.
What to bring
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Comfortable walking shoes (uneven surfaces inside the catacombs)
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Light jacket (temperatures underground are cooler)
What’s not allowed
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Photography & filming inside the catacombs and Capuchin Crypt
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Large bags or backpacks
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Smoking, food, and drinks inside the monuments
Accessibility
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There are 50 irregular steps to descend and ascend, with no seating area or elevator, so it's not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
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Not recommended for visitors with claustrophobia, mobility issues, or respiratory conditions
Additional info
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Dress code: Knees and shoulders must be covered inside religious sites.
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This is a walking tour with stairs and uneven paths, so be prepared for moderate physical activity.
Visitors exploring the illuminated corridors of the Roman Catacombs.
Person walking through narrow passage in Roman Catacombs during guided tour.
Tourists entering the Catacombs of St. Callixtus in Rome, Italy.
Visitors exploring the illuminated corridors of the Roman Catacombs.
Person walking through narrow passage in Roman Catacombs during guided tour.
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