St. Clemente Basilica Underground Hosted Entry Tickets with Audio Guide, Rome



















St. Clemente Basilica Underground Hosted Entry Tickets with Audio Guide, Rome
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Explore St. Clemente Basilica Underground with Hosted Entry Tickets and an Audio Guide in Rome, where you'll explore three historical layers of this remarkable site on your own schedule. Upon arrival at the basilica, present your voucher to access a digital audioguide without needing a printed ticket. The tour includes visits to both the 12th-century Basilica di San Clemente and its 4th-Century counterpart beneath it.
Explore St. Clemente Basilica Underground with Hosted Entry Tickets and an Audio Guide in Rome, where you'll explore three historical layers of this remarkable site on your own schedule. Upon arrival at the basilica, present your voucher to access a digital audioguide without needing a printed ticket. The tour includes visits to both the 12th-century Basilica di San Clemente and its 4th-Century counterpart beneath it.
Experience guided access to Rome's operational St. Clemente Basilica from the 12th century, celebrated for its radiant golden mosaic apse.
Explore beneath this basilica to discover a preserved 4th-century structure adorned with ancient frescoes and spaces dedicated to early Christian worship.
Delve deeper into history at the Roman-era Mithraic Temple where secret pagan ceremonies once took place.
Enhance your visit by using an informative multilingual audioguide that narrates how each historical layer of this site mirrors distinct periods in Roman religious and societal evolution.
Entry into the Century Basilica, including all subterranean areas
Hosted admission to St. Clemente's Basilica Underground Level in Rome, Italy
Use of a Multilingual audio guide for an enhanced experience at San Clemente (all underground levels)
Access to headsets for hearing the audio tour
Catering costs

Courtyard of Basilica of San Clemente, Rome, with arches and bell tower.
Your experience begins with a self-paced exploration of Rome's long history, spanning three distinct historical layers in one location, all guided by an engaging digital audioguide.
To start your journey at Basilica di San Clemente, simply present your voucher upon arrival. You will be provided with instructions for accessing and utilizing the digital audioguide; no printed ticket is necessary. Please ensure you adhere to modest dress requirements (shoulders and knees covered).
What awaits you
- Basilica di San Clemente (12th century)
- This active church captivates visitors with its stunning golden mosaic apse and serene, atmospheric chapels.
- 4th-Century Basilica on Underground Level 1
- Explore the well-preserved frescoes and early-Christian inscriptions that showcase Rome's transition from pagan to Christian worship practices.
- Mithraic Temple located at Underground Level 2
- Discover the altar and chambers of the ancient Mithras cult, hidden far beneath street level.
- The Underground Water Channel
- Experience an active Roman-era water source that continues to flow below modern Rome.
Your visit concludes when you choose; return to ground level at your leisure and exit the basilica. There is no fixed end time, allowing you to stay as long as desired within opening hours.

Interior of San Clemente Basilica in Rome with ornate frescoes and marble columns.

Basilica of San Clemente interior with ornate mosaics and arches, Rome.

Courtyard of Basilica of San Clemente, Rome, with arches and bell tower.

Interior of San Clemente Basilica in Rome with ornate frescoes and marble columns.

Basilica of San Clemente interior with ornate mosaics and arches, Rome.

Mithraeum altar under Basilica of Saint Clement, Rome, Italy, with ancient stone benches.
Packing Essentials
You'll need your voucher/ticket and a valid ID for entry verification.
Prohibited Items
- Larger bags and camera gear are not allowed inside the site.
Taking photos is strictly forbidden in the crypt area.
Accessibility Considerations
The crypt features narrow passages and stairs, making it unsuitable for wheelchairs or visitors with mobility challenges.
Miscellaneous Details
- A conservative dress code is enforced (shoulders and knees must be covered).
As a functioning religious site, unexpected closures may occur due to services or events.

Woman using audio guide inside Hungarian Parliament.

Underground chamber of Basilica of San Clemente with ancient altar, Rome.

Mithraeum altar under Basilica of Saint Clement, Rome, Italy, with ancient stone benches.

Woman using audio guide inside Hungarian Parliament.

Underground chamber of Basilica of San Clemente with ancient altar, Rome.
Make sure to bring your voucher/ticket and a valid ID for entry verification to ensure smooth access at Basilica di San Clemente.
To save time on arrival, have your digital audioguide ready before you arrive so you can start exploring without delay.
If mobility is a concern, be aware that the crypt has narrow passages and stairs, making it challenging for visitors with limited movement; plan accordingly if accessibility might be an issue.
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