Rome Catacombs Tour with Transfer
Get skip-the-line underground tomb access with an expert guide plus round-trip transportation
Descend into the cool, dark corridors of the ancient catacombs to uncover the secrets of Rome’s early Christians. You will explore narrow burial chambers and see historic frescoes with an expert guide. Your expert guide shares the fascinating history of subterranean burial rites and the symbolic art hidden within these volcanic rock tunnels. With skip-the-line tickets and included transfer, ditch wasted time, and join us for the best guided tour of the eerie Roman catacombs.
What You Get With This Tour
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Guided tour of Rome’s catacombs
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Skip-the-line access to Catacombs of St. Callixtus or the Catacombs of St. Sebastian
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Explore quiet corners in Rome’s eerie underground
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Round-trip transportation from central Rome
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Guide tips
Tour Itinerary
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Meet your expert guide at Piazza Barberini
You meet your guide in central Rome, near the Fontana del Tritone. Your guide gives a brief introduction to the underground sites you are about to explore together before you begin the transfer. -
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Travel by minivan toward the catacombs
Settle into a comfortable vehicle and leave the city center behind. On the way, your guide points out stretches of the Appian Way and the Aurelian Walls, sketching how these ancient routes and defenses once shaped Rome’s edge. -
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Skip the line into Rome’s catacombs
At the Catacombs of St. Callixtus or the Catacombs of St. Sebastian, you use skip-the-line access to head underground without the wait. You follow narrow corridors lined with early Christian tombs while your guide explains how these cemeteries protected both faith and community. -
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Explore burial chambers and frescoed corridors
Deeper inside, you see small chapels, carved niches, and faded frescoes that hint at the hopes of the people buried here. You learn how symbols like fish and anchors helped early Christians mark their faith in a dangerous era. -
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Your tour finishes in Piazza Barberini
After your tour of the catacombs, enjoy seamless transportation back to Piazza Barberini in central Rome. You will be conveniently located near restaurants and public transit to grab a bite or easily head back to your accommodation.
Additional Information
Good to know:
Dress Code: Both men and women must cover their knees and shoulders for entry to religious sites. Guests who do not meet the dress code may be refused entry and miss out on a portion of the tour. No hats please.
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible due to stairs, uneven ground, and narrow underground passages.
Tour Changes: The Catacombs of St. Callixtus are typically closed on Wednesdays; on these days, you visit the Catacombs of St. Sebastian instead.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can enter sites on time.
Your 2.5-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Guided tour of Rome’s catacombs
Skip-the-line access to Catacombs of St. Callixtus or the Catacombs of St. Sebastian
Round-trip transportation from central Rome
Maximum group size of 23
What to bring:
Comfortable walking shoes
Light jacket in cooler months
Shawl, scarf, or sweater to cover shoulders
Camera or phone for photos
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Customer Reviews
A very helpful and knowledgeable guide
Unforgettable tour! Everything worked well from start to finish. Learning underground felt special. Martina made sure everyone could follow easily.
Well organzied tour. The underground walk felt calm and meaningful. The stories were easy to understand and our guide told soe many great ones. Giorgia explained the past with care and patience.
The transfer and timing were perfect. The catacombs were quiet. Sebastiano explained history in a way that felt natural and easy.
Seeing Rome from below felt unique and eye opening. The explanations were simple and clear making history easy to understand and remember even after the tour ended.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tour family friendly?
The tour is suitable for all ages, but please keep in mind that it includes slightly eerie stories, underground tombs, stairs, and darker spaces, so it may not be ideal for very young children.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
This experience includes stairs, uneven ground, and narrow underground corridors. It is unfortunately not wheelchair or stroller accessible. It is also not suitable for those with limited mobility.
Are shoulders and knees really required to be covered?
Yes. Religious sites in Rome expect modest dress, including covered shoulders and knees for all visitors. Those not following the dress code may be refused entry.
