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Book Rome Underground Tickets
- Explore San Clemente Basilica's underground archaeological site with an expert English-speaking tour guide.
- Uncover over 2,000 years of history of this site, one of Rome's hidden gems, just a stone's throw away from the Colosseum.
- Gasp in wonder as you witness St. Clement's Basilica's beautiful gold mosaics.
- Make your way to an old Mithraic temple and altar by descending to the lowest levels of the excavations.
- Explore San Clemente Basilica's underground archaeological site with an expert English-speaking tour guide.
- Uncover over 2,000 years of history of this site, one of Rome's hidden gems, just a stone's throw away from the Colosseum.
- Gasp in wonder as you witness St. Clement's Basilica's beautiful gold mosaics.
- Make your way to an old Mithraic temple and altar by descending to the lowest levels of the excavations.
Inclusions
- Entry to San Clemente Archeological Site
- English-speaking tour guide
Exclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION3 hours 30 mins
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
START POINT
Piazza Barberini
Meet your expert historian guide at Piazza Barberini, beside the fountain of Triton. In a morbid tradition, this square once served as a place where unidentified bodies were displayed for public recognition until the 1800s.
0.23 kms
1 mins
1
Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars
Tickets included
Tune into an audio guide as you explore the Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars, where underground chapels are adorned with intricate skeletal art, blending the macabre with spiritual reflections.
6.8 kms
22 mins
2
Appian Way Catacombs
Tickets included
Venture into subterranean galleries at either one of the catacombs – St. Callixtus, Domitilla, or St. Sebastian. Each offers a profound journey into early Christian history.
6.9 kms
17 mins
3
San Nicola in Carcere
Tickets included
This medieval church was built over the ancient Forum Olitorium, once home to three temples during the Roman Republic. In the Middle Ages, these temples were repurposed into a prison, giving the church its evocative name, "in Carcere" (in prison).
4 kms
16 mins
4
END POINT
Piazza Barberini
An eerie assortment of bones, a maze-like complex of subterranean tombs, and the unique San Nicola Basilica await on this 3-in-1 guided tour.
- Start off at the Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars, its underground chapels adorned by the skeletons of 4,000 priests!
- Travel in comfort to one of the Appian Way catacombs – Domitilla, St. Callixtus, or St. Sebastian, depending on the day of visit.
- Beneath the Basilica of San Nicola in Carcere, discover the Forum Olitorium, home to the Temple of Juno Sospita and an ancient vegetable market.
- A seasoned English-speaking historian guide lends the perfect insight into each site covered. Complete with round-trip transfers from central Rome!
An eerie assortment of bones, a maze-like complex of subterranean tombs, and the unique San Nicola Basilica await on this 3-in-1 guided tour.
- Start off at the Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars, its underground chapels adorned by the skeletons of 4,000 priests!
- Travel in comfort to one of the Appian Way catacombs – Domitilla, St. Callixtus, or St. Sebastian, depending on the day of visit.
- Beneath the Basilica of San Nicola in Carcere, discover the Forum Olitorium, home to the Temple of Juno Sospita and an ancient vegetable market.
- A seasoned English-speaking historian guide lends the perfect insight into each site covered. Complete with round-trip transfers from central Rome!
Inclusions
- Half-day tour around the Roman Catacombs, Capuchin Crypt, & San Nicola Basilica
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Groups of up to 20 guests
- Round-trip AC coach transfers from central Rome
- Entry to the Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars with audio guide
- Guided tour of St. Callixtus/Domitilla/St. Sebastian Catacombs with entry
- Entry to San Nicola in Carcere
Exclusions
- Guided tour of the Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars
- Tip: Don't miss the Crypt of the Resurrection, where a painting of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead is framed by parts of a human skeleton!
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible, and not recommended for those with claustrophobia or serious mobility issues.
- Strict dress code: Clothing that covers the knees and shoulders.
- Photography and videography is prohibited inside the catacombs and crypt.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Meet your tour guide at Navona Square, and go for a walk through the bustling piazza, built over the ruins of the ancient circus of Domitian.
- Today the Navona Piazza is lined with beautiful pastel palazzi sprinkled with ornate Baroque fountains like the famous Fountain of the Four Rivers by Bernini.
- Enjoy exclusive skip-the-line entry at Navona Square underground, Rome's first permanent venue for gladiator games and competitive athletics.
- See the Pantheon, the legendary Roman temple dedicated to all divinities, from outside. It is the most well-preserved ancient temple in the world.
- Then head over to Trevi Fountain, the largest and best-known fountain in Rome dating back to the year 19 BC. Make sure to toss in a coin for good luck!
- Meet your tour guide at Navona Square, and go for a walk through the bustling piazza, built over the ruins of the ancient circus of Domitian.
- Today the Navona Piazza is lined with beautiful pastel palazzi sprinkled with ornate Baroque fountains like the famous Fountain of the Four Rivers by Bernini.
- Enjoy exclusive skip-the-line entry at Navona Square underground, Rome's first permanent venue for gladiator games and competitive athletics.
- See the Pantheon, the legendary Roman temple dedicated to all divinities, from outside. It is the most well-preserved ancient temple in the world.
- Then head over to Trevi Fountain, the largest and best-known fountain in Rome dating back to the year 19 BC. Make sure to toss in a coin for good luck!
Inclusions
- 90-minute guided tour
- Professional English guide
- Headsets
- Paper map of the city
- Free Wi-Fi at the meeting point
Exclusions
- Entry to monuments
- Navona Square
- Underground
- Pantheon
- Trevi Fountain
- Campidoglio
- Tip: Your tour ends at Campidoglio, a fantastic spot to enjoy the best view of the Roman Forum and the Colosseum at night. Be sure to stick around a bit.
- Facilities: wheelchair & pram/stroller accessibility.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION3 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
START POINT
Piazza d'Aracoeli
Begin your guided tour from this central location in Rome, and end it at the Capuchin Crypt.
6 kms
18 mins
1
Catacombs of Domitilla
40 mins
Tickets included
Home to some of the grandest cubicula around, these catacombs boast an intricate network of tunnels and a 2nd-century semi-undergound Basilica dedicated to Saints Nereus and Achilleus.
6.8 kms
22 mins
2
Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars
Tickets included
This part of the tour is unguided – turn up your audio guide and independently explore the hauntingly beautiful chapels decorated by skeletal art, blending the macabre with the spiritual.
3
Peek under Rome at the Domitilla Catacombs and the Capuchin Crypt, with all transfers included!
- Tread the same paths as early Christians in the Catacombs of Domitilla, appreciating the intricate construction and décor.
- Get expert guidance in your chosen language as you view tombs laden with frescoes and sculptures memorializing loved ones.
- Unpack the history of a Franciscan 'First Order' in the Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars using an audio guide.
- A series of tiny underground chapels with 'calcified' art make up its crypt, reflecting memento mori – a reminder of mortality!
Peek under Rome at the Domitilla Catacombs and the Capuchin Crypt, with all transfers included!
- Tread the same paths as early Christians in the Catacombs of Domitilla, appreciating the intricate construction and décor.
- Get expert guidance in your chosen language as you view tombs laden with frescoes and sculptures memorializing loved ones.
- Unpack the history of a Franciscan 'First Order' in the Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars using an audio guide.
- A series of tiny underground chapels with 'calcified' art make up its crypt, reflecting memento mori – a reminder of mortality!
Inclusions
- Half-day tour around Domitilla Catacombs and Capuchin Crypt
- Guided tour of Domitilla Catacombs with entry (except Tuesday)
- Guided tour of St. Callixtus Catacombs with entry (only Tuesday)
- Expert English, Italian, German, French, or Spanish-speaking guide
- Round-trip AC coach transfers from central Rome
- Entry to the Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars with audio guide
Exclusions
- Guided tour of the Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars
- Tip: In the Domitilla Catacombs, keep an eye out for the restored 'room of the bakers' with its prophetic frescoes.
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible, and not recommended for those with claustrophobia or serious mobility issues.
- 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.
- Choose from 50 attractions and experiences across Rome, all covered by a single pass for an easy and flexible city adventure.
- Visit top attractions like the Vatican Museums, Colosseum, and Pantheon and save up to 42% compared to buying individual tickets.
- Skip the hassle with a mobile pass—just scan and go. Plus, use the handy app itinerary to plan your trip effortlessly.
- Visit 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions as per option selected during booking and activate your pass any time 60 days from the date of first use.
- Choose from 50 attractions and experiences across Rome, all covered by a single pass for an easy and flexible city adventure.
- Visit top attractions like the Vatican Museums, Colosseum, and Pantheon and save up to 42% compared to buying individual tickets.
- Skip the hassle with a mobile pass—just scan and go. Plus, use the handy app itinerary to plan your trip effortlessly.
- Visit 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions as per option selected during booking and activate your pass any time 60 days from the date of first use.
Inclusions
- Access to 2/3/4/5/6/7 attractions
- Access to:
- Museums: Vatican Museums, Capitoline Museums, Leonardo Da Vinci Museum & more
- Landmarks: Colosseum, Pantheon, Castel Sant'Angelo & more
- Guided Tours: Roman Empresses Tour, Julius Caesar and Roman Emperors Tour, St. Peter's Basilica and Cupola Guided Tour & more
- Bus Tours and Cruises: Big Bus Rome Panoramic Night Tour, Big Bus Rome Catacombs guided tour, River Cruise Aperitif on the Tiber & more
- Activities: 1-hour pizza-cooking experience, pasta class, wine tasting & more
- Get all details here
Exclusions
- Airport transfers
- Public transport
- Carry a valid photo ID (such as an identity card, passport, or driving license) for verification purposes.
- Prior reservations are required to visit some attractions, which is subject to availability.
- You can only visit each attraction once with this pass.
- Download the Go City app.
- Use your order confirmation number to add your Rome Explorer Pass to your smartphone via the app.
- Discover venue details, maps, and suggested itineraries, all available right at your fingertips.
- Your pass will be automatically activated once you visit the first attraction.
Validity
- Before Activation: Activate within 2 years of purchase
- After Activation: Valid for 60 days from the first use
- These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 24 months.
- These tickets are valid for 24 months from the date of purchase.
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Why Take A Rome Underground Tour?
- Historical significance: Rome’s subterranean structure gives you an idea of what the ancient civilization of this old city looked like and helps you understand how it influenced the Rome you see today. Going on a Rome Underground tour will take you back in time and allow you to discover the hidden mysteries of ancient Rome.
- Marvellous architecture: From the still functioning old aqueducts to religious burial sites, from Mithraic temples to ancient mansions, from the sacred tunnels to old gods, Rome Underground Tour has a lot to offer. You will be awestruck while exploring the fabulous architectural designs of ancient Rome.
- Religious Iconography: The Roman catacombs underneath are incredible remnants of ancient history dating back to 19 BC. The Vicus Caprarius, also known as the Water City is an archaeological site near the Trevi fountain. You will find delightful frescoes, amazing sculptural art, and holy relics while walking around here.
- Art and artifacts: Explore the fantastic art and artifacts of the Eternal City as you walk around the catacombs of Rome. With mesmerizing mosaics, Corinthian columns, beautiful paintings, and important historical artifacts, there is hardly an end to Rome’s beauty.
Your Rome Underground Tour Tickets Explained
Entry+Audio Guided Tickets
Duration: Flexible
- The Trevi District Underground ticket comes with a detailed audio guide to facilitate your understanding of the history and legacy of the Vicus Caprarius.
- Explore the many remains, archaeological excavations, and artifacts from the yesteryears through these entry+audio guided tickets.
- Make sure to explore the entirety of the Vicus Caprarius archaeological complex that spreads over 350 meters between San Vincenzo and Vicolo Puttarelo.
- The Trevi District Underground Entry+Audio Guided tickets take you on a journey to the past to explore the legacy and history of the ancient Romans.
Recommended Tours
Guided Tour Tickets
Duration: 1 hr. 30 mins
- Book the San Clemente underground tour to uncover almost 2000 years of history in this archaeological site.
- Explore San Clemente’s Basilica’s gold mosaics and descend to an ancient, Mithraic temple and altar with an English-speaking tour guide.
- Enjoy skip-the-line benefits at Navona and learn from your guide throughout the tour.
- If you are between 6 to 17 years of age and have a valid photo ID, you can enjoy reduced pricing on the Navona, Pantheon, and Trevi walking tours.
- Explore the pastel palazzi of the Navona Piazza, look at the ancient Roman Pantheon, and toss a coin in the Trevi fountain to guarantee your return to Rome!
Recommended Tours
Combo Tickets
Duration: 3 hrs. 30 mins
- With your Combo Rome, Capuchin Crypts, and Catacombs tour tickets, you can visit three major attractions on the same day.
- The Combo ticket includes an expert historian, who would be accompanying you to the sites, armed with historical facts, anecdotes, and insider information.
- The Combo Rome, Capuchin Crypts, and Catacombs tour tickets let you commute on an AC vehicle.
- Explore the iconography and sacred sketches in the Christian catacombs, discover the Basilica San Martino Ai Monti, and look at the skeletal remains in the 4000-year-old friars of the Capuchin Crypts with these combo tickets.
Recommended Tours
Super Flexible Cancellation Policy
Enjoy a super flexible cancellation policy with all your Rome underground tickets. You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund. For more information, make sure to check these details before purchasing your ticket.
Top Attractions To See on Your Rome Underground Tour
Capuchin Crypts and Catacombs
Under the church of Santa Maria Della Concezione Dei Cappuccini on the Via Veneto near Piazza Barberini in Rome lies a small area made up of several little chapels known as the Capuchin Crypt. It houses the skeletal remains of 3,700 friars, buried by the Capuchin order, to display memento mori (funerary art that signifies the inevitable truth of mortal life).
Book Capuchin Crypts Tickets
The Pantheon
Discover the Pantheon, the ancient Roman temple devoted to all gods. This magnificent structure is one of the best-preserved temples in the world. Formerly, a pagan temple, this has functioned as a Catholic cathedral (Basilica di Santa Maria ad Martyres) in Rome since 609 AD. It lies where a previous temple built by Marcus Agrippa during the reign of Augustus once stood.
Book The Pantheon Tickets
Underground Trevi
Toss a coin into Rome's most well-known fountain, the Trevi Fountain. Completed in the 18th century in Rome's Trevi district by Giuseppe Pannini and other individuals, Italian architect Nicola Salvi originally designed this fabulous piece of architecture at the intersection of 3 streets (tre vie). One of the most iconic fountains on the entire planet, it is the largest Baroque fountain in the city.
Book Underground Trevi Tickets
Vicus Caprarius
Underneath Rome's celebrated Trevi district and its renowned fountain is the ancient Roman apartment complex from the 1st century, known as Vicus Caprarius or the City of Water. This sculpting marvel showcases a few of the many ancient artifacts discovered during the excavation. Aqua Virgo, one of the 11 aqueducts of ancient Rome continues to feed the Trevi fountain to this day.
Basilica San Martino ai Monti
This monument was a place of worship in the 3rd century, became a church in the 4th century, and was rebuilt in the 6th and 9th centuries. Filippo Gagliardi once again transformed it in the 17th century. Gagliardi made additions to the architecture and also covered the basilica in frescoes. You can also find artifacts from a more ancient era, like the Corinthian columns that separated the nave and aisles.
San Clemente
Begin your Rome underground tour by exploring the 1st century AD noble residence that serves as the building's foundation. Next, venture into the Mithraeum, which was turned into a place of pagan worship in the former mansion's courtyard. Visit the Basilica of San Clemente at the top of the structure to see stunning mosaics, sacred artifacts, and one of Rome's original aqueducts.
Piazza Navona Undergrounds
After the Colosseum burned down, Roman emperors held gladiator matches in an ancient Roman structure beneath the famous square. The Domitian Stadium is tucked down beneath Piazza Navona much like a kind of lost city. It is a special UNESCO World Heritage Site that served as Rome's first permanent site for gladiatorial combat and athletic competition.
Plan Your Visit To Rome Underground
Timings
Getting There
Nearby
Visitor Tips
The Pantheon
- Timings: 9 AM to 7 PM
- Closed On: 1 January, 15 August, and 25 December
Vicus Caprarius
- Tuesday to Sunday: 11 AM to 5 PM
- Closed On: Monday
San Clemente
- Monday to Saturday: 9.45 AM to 12.30 PM and 3:00 PM to 5.30 PM
- Sunday: 12 PM to 5.30 PM
- Thursday to Sunday: 3 PM (Tour)
Piazza Navona Underground
- Monday to Sunday: 10 AM to 6.15 PM
- Closed On: 1 January, 1 May, and 25 December
Basilica San Martino ai Monti
- Sunday to Saturday: 8 AM to 12 PM and 4 PM to 7 PM
- Closed On: Mass days
San Clemente
Address: Via Labicana, 95, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Capuchin Crypts
Address: Via Vittorio Veneto, 27, 00187 Roma RM, Italy
Navona Piazza Underground
Address: Via di Tor Sanguigna, 3, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
The Pantheon
Address: Piazza Della Rotunda, 00186, Roma, RM
Trevi Fountain
Address: Piazza de Trevi, 00187, Roma, RM
- Roman Colosseum: Located in Rome, the Colosseum is an oval amphitheater that was used for gladiator battles in ancient Rome. To this day, it remains the largest ancient amphitheater ever constructed.
- St. Peter’s Basilica: Vatican City, the papal enclave inside the city of Rome is home to Saint Peter's Basilica. It is known for its Renaissance style of construction.
- Baths of Caracalla: The Terme di Caracalla, also known as the Baths of Caracalla, were the second-largest thermae or public baths in Rome, after the Baths of Diocletian.
- Lateran Complex: Lateran complex once belonged to the Lateranus family of the Roman Empire. Later, it served as a cathedral and has been the official residence of Popes till 1870.
- Wear Comfortable Shoes: As their name suggests, walking tours can prove to be hectic. You might have to walk on uneven grounds, so wear comfortable walking shoes.
- Discounted Tickets: If you are between 6 to 17 years of age, you may avail of discounted ticket prices.
- Public Restrooms: Clean toilets are not placed outside every site. Communicate with your tour guide to find clean restrooms.
- Guided Tours: The walking tours always have a tour guide to tell you in-depth about the history and legacy of the ancient ruins.
- Maintain Dress Code: Cover your knees and shoulders when you enter pagan worshipping places and cathedrals.
- Accessibility: Most sites do not have ramps and elevators, so visitors on wheelchairs may avoid the walking tour.
- Stay Hydrated: Carry refillable water bottles to keep hydrated and fill them from the water fountains.
All Your Questions About Rome Underground Tour Tickets Answered
Q. Where can I buy Rome Underground Tour tickets?
A. You can buy Rome underground tour tickets online to save time and ensure a hassle-free experience.
Q. Can I buy Rome Underground Tour tickets online?
A. Yes, you can purchase your Rome underground tour tickets online.
Q. Can I get a discount on Rome Underground Tour tickets?
A. It is recommended that you buy Rome underground tour tickets online, as you have a higher chance of getting them at discounted rates.
Q. What are the attractions under Rome Underground Tour?
A. You can visit famous iconic attractions like Piazza Navona, San Clemente, and Trevi Fountain in the Rome underground tour.
Q. What is the best time to visit Rome Underground?
A. The best time to visit Rome underground is during weekdays. The months of April to June and September to October are ideal for visits, as the weather is pleasant and there is less crowd.
Q. How long is the Rome Underground Tour?
A. Rome underground tours may take anywhere between 1 to 4 hours. Some tours also offer flexible schedules to ensure that you have adequate breaks in between lunch and sightseeing.
Q. What should I wear to the Rome Underground Tour?
A. Wear comfortable clothes as walking tours are pretty hectic. However, ensure that you wear clothes that cover knees and shoulders when you enter cathedrals and pagan worshipping houses.
Q. Is the Rome Underground tour suitable for claustrophobic people?
A. Walking through Roman catacombs may not be suitable for claustrophobic people, however, you can go for a short while and inform your tour guide beforehand so that you can be whisked back early in case you feel claustrophobic.
Q. What are some of the highlights of the Rome Underground Tour?
A. Vicus Caprarius, Capuchin Crypts, Navona Underground, and the Pantheon are some of the highlights of the Rome underground tour.
Q. What facilities are available on Rome Underground Tour?
A. Guided tours, free cancellation, and reduced prices are some of the facilities available in the Rome underground tour.
Q. Is the Rome Underground Tour wheelchair accessible?
A. While some cathedrals are indeed accessible with ramps and elevators, walking tours and especially ruins constructed on uneven grounds and catacombs are not suitable for visitors on wheelchairs.
Q. Is photography allowed in the Rome Underground Tour?
A. Yes, photography is allowed in some Rome underground tours. However, some cathedrals and pagan places do not allow taking pictures using flash.
Q. Is it worth touring Rome Underground?
A. Touring Rome Underground allows you to soak in the rich and colorful history of ancient Rome. If you are in Rome, booking Rome underground tour tickets give you a one-of-a-kind experience that is worth it.
Q. What tour should I choose if I am short on time?
A. If you have only a short while left on your Rome underground tour, descend to San Clemente and explore its splendid frescoes. The tour lasts for almost 1 hr. 30 mins. An expert guide would also accompany you.
Q. What tour to choose if I want to visit a lot of attractions?
A. If you have a few hours to spare and are looking to explore the best of underground Rome, book either a Navona Piazza walking tour or go on the Original Capuchin Crypts and Catacombs tour. Make sure that you have adequate time in hand for the Capuchin crypts tour lasts for almost 3 hrs. 30 mins. The Navona Piazza tour covers the Trevi fountain, the Pantheon, and Navona Square and lasts for an hour.