Catacombs of St. Callixtus tours

Follow your expert guide around tunnels spanning 19km across four levels in Rome's largest catacomb complex!

• Walk along the crypts where early popes and bishops were laid to rest, giving the Catacombs of St. Callixtus its moniker 'little Vatican'.
• Engage with the cultural significance of this millennia-old burial and worship site in the language of your comfort.
• Intriguing iconography and frescoes emerge as you wander amidst tombs of varying complexity, from small loculi to grander arcosolia!

Inclusions

• Guided tour of St. Callixtus Catacombs with entry
• Expert English, Italian, German, French, or Spanish-speaking guide

Exclusions

• Round-trip transfers from Rome

• Tip: Look out for carved symbols on graves, like the Good Shepherd, an example of early Christian imagery.
• This experience is not wheelchair accessible, and not recommended for those with claustrophobia or serious mobility issues.
• There are 50 irregular steps to descend and ascend, with no seating area or elevator.
• Strict dress code: Clothing that covers the knees and shoulders.
• Photography and videography is prohibited inside the catacombs.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

An expertly led tour of the 17km-long tunnels in Rome's second largest catacombs – Domitilla.

• 30 meters down, find a semi-underground basilica unique to the Catacombs of Domitilla, dedicated to martyrs Nereus and Achileus!
• Richly adorned tombs called cubicula contain decorative arches and Biblical frescoes like that of ‘Daniel with the lions’ and 'Noah's ark' .
• Hear all about early Christian burial practices and their significance from expert guides in your chosen language!

Inclusions

• Guided tour of Domitilla Catacombs with entry
• Expert English, Italian, German, or Spanish-speaking guide

Exclusions

• Round-trip transfers from Rome

• Tip: Keep an eye out for a few cubicula depicting non-Biblical images, like Orpheus, or Spring and Summer with wings!
• This experience is not wheelchair accessible, and not recommended for those with claustrophobia or serious mobility issues.
• There are several irregular steps to descend and ascend, with no seating area or elevator.
• Strict dress code: Clothing that covers the knees and shoulders.
• Photography and videography is prohibited inside the catacombs.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Explore Rome's underground stadium complex on this audio-guided tour.
• Learn more about the stadium and its history from your audio guide, available in multiple languages.
• See many artifacts from the days of the Roman Empire found during archaeological excavations, including fragments of sculptures and more.

Inclusions

• Entrance to the underground archaeological site of the Stadium of Domitian
• Audioguide in Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese & Russian

• Keep in mind, bottles, glasses containers, alcoholic beverages, aerosols, large luggage or bags and pets are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
• This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
• This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
• Choose safety and comfort: This experience is not the best fit for guests with the claustrophobia of small spaces.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Discover the ultimate freedom to explore Rome with a bus ticket that includes complimentary onboard Wi-Fi and multilingual digital audio guides.
• Take advantage of 7 convenient stops on the Purple Route to unravel the Roman Empire's elevated and subterranean remnants!
• This ticket includes a guided tour of the enigmatic San Sebastiano Catacombs, offering a rare glimpse into the city's early Christian community.
• Delight in must-see stops like the mighty Circus Maximus chariot racing stadium, and Caffarella Park, a tranquil escape amidst the city's hustle and bustle.

Inclusions

• Bus tour of Rome
• Access to the Purple Route
• Guided tour of San Sebastiano Catacombs in English, Spanish, French, Italian or German
• VOX digital audio guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian & German
• Free Wi-Fi on-board

Purple Line

• The first bus is at 9:35am from stop #1 Termini Railway Station.
• The last bus is at 4:40pm from stop #4 Catacombs of San Sebastiano.
• Frequency: 1.5 hours
• Popular stops: Fosse Ardeatine, Colosseum

Please click here for the route map, and here for the schedule of the bus tour and the catacombs guided tour.

• Tip: Grab a gelato from ‘Giolitti’, a historic ice cream parlor near Termini Station that has been serving up sweet treats since 1900!
• The Catacombs are a sacred place, it’s recommended to wear clothing that covers the shoulders and knees.
• Please note that the constant temperature inside is about 17° C and there is high humidity.
• Animals are not allowed, even with pet carriers.
• The Catacombs are not wheelchair accessible and it is not recommended for people suffering with claustrophobia as well as for those with serious walking problems: there are 100 uneven steps along the route and no possibility to sit down; there are no elevators, and the walking surface is uneven.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Take advantage of this super-saver combo with a guided tour of the Vatican Museums with the Sistine Chapel and the Roman Catacombs.
• Marvel at Renaissance masterpieces like Raphael's School of Athens, and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel with your expert guide.
• Interpret the symbolism within the iconic sculptures and murals at the Museum with 5 languages to choose from.
• Explore the labyrinthine Catacombs, adorned with flickering torches where early Christians lay their dead underground.
• View the winding tunnels full of faded frescoes of biblical scenes and cryptic symbols with your expert guide.

Inclusions

Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel

• Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
• Expert English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German-speaking guide

Roman Catacombs

• Guided tour of the Catacombs
• Roundtrip city transfers

Exclusions

Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel

• Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica

Roman Catacombs

• Hotel transfers

Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel

• Tip: Stop for a coffee in the Belvedere Courtyard, or extend your visit to the Carriage Pavillion at the end of the tour.
• Strict dress code: knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
• The tour is not accessible to wheelchair users, but the Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with mobility impairments and a companion.
  
  Roman Catacombs
• Tip: Spend time at the museum located inside the catacombs of Saint Callixtus, which features artifacts and exhibits related to early Christianity.
• Entry to the catacombs of Saint Callixtus is replaced by Domitilla
  as the former remains closed every Wednesday.
• The experience is not accessible for people who are claustrophobic due to the small spaces.
• Large bags are not allowed.
• Pets are not allowed.
• Alcohol and aerosols are not allowed.
• Strict Dress Code: Guests should cover their shoulders and knees.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.