Roman Catacombs Tours and Tickets

Don't just see Rome's catacombs as a tourist, visit them as an archaeologist and learn about excavation techniques and ancient burial methods, too. Visiting one of the catacombs that's normally off-limits to the public, you'll put on a helmet and light up a torch to follow an archaeologist-guide. The experience isn't recommended for people with claustrophobia, but, if you're an adventurous soul, you'll be rewarded with sights of the Eternal City that few visitors see.

Venture beneath the lofty churches and bustling city streets of Rome to discover the ancient mysteries of the Domitilla catacombs. Follow in the footsteps of early Christians as you explore this underground network of tunnels and burial chambers, and marvel at the macabre and astonishing art created by thousands of monks' skeletons at the Capuchin Crypt. You'll also discover thousands of years of spirituality at an underground Mithraic temple, a pagan sanctuary buried under the famous Basilica of St. Clement.

Visit some of Rome's lesser known sites that reveal the fascinating history of the Eternal City on a 3-hour tour with an expert art historian guide. Go underground to explore the Catacombs of Domitilla, a 1st-century burial site with early Christian wall paintings and a 4th-century church. Take a stroll on the main road to the Roman Empire, the Ancient Appian Way (Via Appia Antica) and admire the multi-layered history of the stunning Basilica di San Clemente. Your guide shares informative commentary throughout this fascinating tour.

If you've only got limited time in Rome, opt for a private sightseeing tour that allows you to tick off all of the top attractions in just one day. Perfect for first-time visitors on a time budget, this tour - which transports you between attractions in air-conditioned comfort - covers big hitters such as the Colosseum, the Vatican and the Catacombs. Plus, letting someone else drive gives you more time to focus on the scenery.

The Catacombs of Priscilla rank among UNESCO"“listed Rome's most fascinating sites of historic interest, and the admission queues can be long. During this skip-the-line tour, explore the subterranean caverns after hours"”when the crowds have dispersed. With your guide to lead the way and actors bringing the days of ancient Rome to life, step back in time and gain unrivalled insight into the days of ancient Rome.

Save precious time while visiting Rome by booking a skip-the-line underground catacombs and crypts tour in advance. Discover Rome's eerie past as you venture deep into the underground tunnels and burial sites just outside the city walls. Learn about the burial traditions of Rome's early Christians during this fascinating trip into the history of Ancient Rome.

The magnificence of Rome's archaeological sites is reflected in the large crowds and time-consuming lines that they attract. Save time and enhance your experience of the Colosseum and the Roman Catacombs on this 8-hour walking tour, which includes skip-the-line entry to both attractions and a Roman lunch. Contemplate the 2,000-year-old Colosseum, one of the New7Wonders of the World; tick off top Rome attractions on a walking tour; and descend to the subterranean cemeteries of the Roman Catacombs. Hotel pickup is included.

Go underground to see Rome's ancient catacombs and crypts on a 3.5-hour walking tour. Visit the Domitilla Catacomb and Basilica of San Clemente with skip-the-line access, plus visit the Capuchin Crypt, where you'll see a Caravaggio painting and marvel at a chapel made entirely out of human bones. Learn about past burial customs and secret Christian worship spots during this fascinating exploration into the history of Rome.

This tour is designed to discover Rome's underground treasures. We will visit Cripta dei Cappuccini, Basilica of St. Clement and Catacombs of St. Callixtus. Our driver will pick you up at your accommodation in Rome.  The tour starts exploring the Catacombs of St. Callixtus in which were buried tens of martyrs, 16 popes and many Christians. Afterwards, we will visit the three different levels of the Basilica of St. Clement. We will reach the lower basilica dated to 4th century AD, which preserves wonderful medieval frescoes. Going further down through another stairway we will arrive in a third underground level, whose structures are dated back to first century AD where we will find a complex of ancient roman houses. Finally, we will visit the Cripta dei Cappuccini located under the Church Santa Maria della Concezione.

Discover the dark side of Rome on this Super Saver that combines two bestselling tours into one fascinating and fearsome sightseeing experience. You'll start with a tour to the Appian Way to visit Domitilla Catacombs, where you'll skip the line with priority admission. Learn about burial customs in Ancient Rome, and visit the Basilica of San Clemente and the Capuchin Crypt for a look at a chapel made entirely of bones. Then explore central Rome on a night tour that introduces you to the Eternal City's many ghosts and mysteries.

Visit the underground attractions of Rome on a 4-hour private tour. The comprehensive itinerary would be difficult to complete in one day by public transit or taxi. Instead, start from your hotel and let your private driver comfortably transport you to a number of locations. Explore each attraction independently, including the Catacombs of St. Callixtus and Capuchin Crypt. Listen as your driver explains monuments you pass along the way.

Step into a shadowy world beneath the streets of Rome for a guided tour of the city's crypts and catacombs. With a guide, you'll visit the Catacombs of San Sebastiano or San Callisto, exploring subterranean tunnels and burial sites that are steeped in macabre history. Venture onward to the Capuchin Crypt with its bone-lined walls and skeletal remains, then visit the Crypt of the Three Skeletons for an intro to the myths of Ancient Rome. Numbers are limited to just eight per group for a small-group experience.

Show the kids a new view of Rome from above and below on a private tour created just for families with children ages 5 to 12. Go beyond the typical ruins and museums as an entertaining guide reveals the fun facts of ancient city walls, aqueducts, and mysterious underground catacombs. Games, trivia, and puzzles tailored to you kids' ages keep them engaged so the whole family can learn on this interactive adventure.

Spend a morning or an afternoon at the Vatican with this 2-hour skip-the-line tour of the Vatican Museums (including the Sistine Chapel) and St. Peter's Basilica. Get an up close and personal look at Michelangelo's masterpiece, his murals in the Sistine Chapel that changed the history of painting forever. See Raphael's cherubs. Gawk at the Gallery of Maps. Explore St. Peter's Basilica. And if you want more, upgrade to a full-day tour and visit the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, the Catacombs and more. Lunch can also be included.

Explore Rome's Trastevere neighborhood on a 1.5-hour, small-group walking tour with a stop at a famous gelato shop. Visit the Sistine Bridge, Porta Settimiana, and the ancient city walls, and soak up the atmosphere of the fascinating historic district. You'll cover just under one mile (1.6 km) of distance on this Trastevere walking tour, which is limited to 15 people for personal service.

Wander through the Capuchin crypt at night during this small group tour. Grab a flashlight and follow your guide through the crypt that displays the bones of 4,000 Capuchin monks. Move on to the Catacombs of Priscilla, home to ancient tombs, paintings, and carvings. The tour also includes exclusive access to three restricted rooms rarely seen by the public.

Some of Rome's most captivating ruins lie outside the city walls, so broaden your exploration with a guided bike tour along the ancient Appian Way. Get some exercise while learning the history behind this imperial military route and burial ground, stopping to see underground catacombs, an impressive aqueduct, and countryside villas. Back inside the city, finish with an express tour of the Colosseum.