St. Callixtus & Other Catacombs Tour with Transfers
St. Callixtus & Other Catacombs Tour with Transfers
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
2 hours (approx.)
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Journey deep beneath Rome’s streets to explore the ancient Catacombs of St. Callixtus, known as the “Little Vatican.”
Enjoy a panoramic open-bus ride from the city center to the Catacombs, with scenic views along the way.
See the burial sites of early popes and martyrs in one of Rome’s oldest Christian cemeteries.
Explore an underground maze of tomb-lined tunnels with a knowledgeable multilingual guide.
Save time with skip-the-line entry and a smooth round-trip back to central Rome.
Entry to St. Callixtus Catacombs
Expert guide who can speak English, Italian, Spanish, German, or French (as per option selected)
Round-trip transfers from central Rome
Hotel transfers
Meals and beverages
Guide explaining Roman Catacombs to tourists during Capuchin Crypts tour.
Step into Rome’s mysterious underground world on a guided adventure to the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, a 2nd-century burial ground where popes and martyrs once found eternal rest. This seamless round-trip experience combines comfortable panoramic transfers with expert storytelling that brings these sacred tunnels to life.
Getting started
Begin your journey at a conveniently located meeting point in central Rome. After check-in, hop aboard a comfortable open-top bus for a scenic drive past Rome’s monuments toward the city’s tranquil outskirts.
What to expect
Catacombs of St. Callixtus
Dating back to the 2nd century AD, these catacombs stretch for miles beneath the Appian Way. Known as the “Little Vatican” for housing the tombs of nine popes and countless martyrs, it’s one of Christianity’s most sacred sites.
Features
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Wander through atmospheric tunnels carved into volcanic rock, lined with early Christian symbols.
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Hear fascinating stories of faith and secrecy from your expert multilingual guide.
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Visit Domitilla Catacombs on Wednesdays — one of the few still-active underground sites in Rome.
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Travel in comfort with a round-trip open-bus service connecting the Catacombs to the heart of the city.
Wrapping up
After your underground adventure, relax as your return bus takes you back to central Rome, where you can continue exploring or unwind at a nearby café.
Visitors exploring Roman catacombs with ancient bones in foreground.
Tourists exploring narrow passage in Roman Catacombs, touching ancient walls.
Guide explaining Roman Catacombs to tourists during Capuchin Crypts tour.
Visitors exploring Roman catacombs with ancient bones in foreground.
Tourists exploring narrow passage in Roman Catacombs, touching ancient walls.
Visitors examining frescoes in the Roman Catacombs during a guided tour.
What to bring
- Carry a light jacket or shawl — the Catacombs are cool and damp even in summer.
What’s not allowed
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Food and drinks
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Photography and videography
Accessibility
- Due to uneven terrain and stairs, this experience is not wheelchair accessible or suitable for those with mobility difficulties.
Additional information
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The visit includes St. Callixtus Catacombs (except Wednesdays) or Domitilla Catacombs (on Wednesdays).
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Allow extra time before and after your slot for check-in and transfers.
Entrance to Catacombs of St Callixtus with visitors approaching ticket office, Rome.
Pathway lined with tall cypress trees leading to the Catacombs of St Callixtus.
Visitors examining frescoes in the Roman Catacombs during a guided tour.
Entrance to Catacombs of St Callixtus with visitors approaching ticket office, Rome.
Pathway lined with tall cypress trees leading to the Catacombs of St Callixtus.
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