Wall paintings depicting biblical figures in the Catacombs of Domitilla, Rome.
Tour guide speaking to visitors on a bus at Catacombs of Domitilla, Rome.
Catacombs of Domitilla interior with ancient columns and altar, Rome guided tour.
Skulls and monk figures in the Capuchin Crypt, Rome catacombs.
Tourists observing skull cross in Capuchin Crypts, Rome.
Catacombs passage with frescoes, Rome guided tour.
Catacombs of Domitilla in Rome with ancient frescoes and burial niches.

Catacombs of Domitilla and Capuchin Crypt Guided Tour with Transfers

Rome
Guided Tours
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Duration

Duration: 3 hours

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Transfers included

Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus

Guided tour

Expert local tour guide

Audio guide

Access to multilingual audio guide

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Venture below Rome’s bustling streets into the Domitilla Catacombs and the Capuchin Crypt. Be fascinated on a guided tour with all transport arranged!

Skip the stress of navigating—enjoy pre-arranged transfers to these hidden, far-flung sites for a seamless experience.

Venture into the ancient Catacombs of Domitilla or St. Callixtus (Tuesdays only) with a guide, discovering frescoed tombs, underground basilicas, and early Christian burial sites.

Step into the eerie Capuchin Crypt, where the bones of 4,000 friars create haunting memento mori artwork, brought to life with an immersive audio guide.

Half-day tour around Domitilla Catacombs and Capuchin Crypt

Guided tour of Domitilla Catacombs with entry (except Tuesday)

Guided tour of St. Callixtus Catacombs with entry (only Tuesday)

Expert English, Italian, German, French, or Spanish-speaking guide

One-way transfers

Entry to the Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars with audio guide

Guided tour of the Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars

Return transfers to Rome

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Food & beverages

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Wall paintings depicting biblical figures in the Catacombs of Domitilla, Rome.

Uncover the secrets beneath Rome

Your journey begins in Rome, where you'll board a panoramic bus for the Catacombs of Domitilla. Descend into this ancient complex, the oldest and largest in Rome, and discover a network of tunnels adorned with frescoes and Christian symbols. Your expert guide will bring the past to life, sharing stories of the early Christian community who found refuge and faith within these underground walls. If you visit on a Tuesday, you'll visit the Catacombs of St. Callixtus instead. It's the most extensive network of its kind and the final resting place of nine popes!

The bone chapels of the Capuchins

Your final stop is the Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars, featuring Caravaggio’s iconic painting of St. Francis and artifacts showcasing the order’s global charitable efforts. At the museum's rear, the Capuchin Crypts hold the remains of 4,000 friars, their bones meticulously arranged in the European memento mori tradition, offering a poignant reminder of mortality. Explore the unique chapels at your own pace with a multilingual audio guide and reflect on the Capuchins' beliefs about death and the afterlife.

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Tour guide speaking to visitors on a bus at Catacombs of Domitilla, Rome.

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Catacombs of Domitilla interior with ancient columns and altar, Rome guided tour.

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Skulls and monk figures in the Capuchin Crypt, Rome catacombs.

What to bring

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring along a layer for chilly underground temperatures.

What's not allowed

  • Note that the following are not allowed on this tour: Large items, pets, food and beverages.

  • Photography and videography is prohibited inside the catacombs and crypts.

  • Strict dress code: Clothing that covers the knees and shoulders.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not wheelchair accessible, and not recommended for those with claustrophobia or serious mobility issues.

Additional information

  • Please arrive on time, as latecomers will not be accommodated.
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Tourists observing skull cross in Capuchin Crypts, Rome.

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Catacombs passage with frescoes, Rome guided tour.

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