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Discover Christian Catacombs And Ancient Basilicas By Minivan
Discover Rome’s fascinating underground tunnels, which have remained a hidden secret for years, where silence reigns supreme and time seems to have been unchanged for 2000 years.
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Detailed Itinerary
Outside the ancient walls of Rome and beneath the modern metropolis, there are about 40 catacombs underground, winding over more than 150 km (93 miles). Under Papal order, these cemeteries were built about 2000 years ago to create a safe space to guard the bodies and memories of the local community.
Your qualified guide will lead you around Rome to some of the most famous and intriguing underground tunnels of the city, so you can witness the deep, ancient history with your own eyes. Your journey will begin with a visit to the Basilicas of Santa Maria Maggiore and San Giovanni in Laterano, followed by a visit to the nearby Scala Santa, and finally – to Via Appia and the catacombs.
Discover skulls, fragments of remains, frescoes, graffiti of ancient prayers, and historic mosaics. Walking down the stairs that descend into these galleries will immerse you into the dark and silent gorges, giving you the sensation of traveling back in time. Enjoy this unique and exciting experience, far from the classic itineraries of visits, to discover a still unknown Rome.
Highlights
- Explore Roman catacombs and ancient tunnels, which define a story of culture and religion
- Immerse yourself in this underground labyrinth as you discover a 2000 year old history
- Be guided by a local expert guide and passionate art lover
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Duration
3 h
Hours
14:00
Meeting Point
IN FRONT OF MECENATE HOTEL – Via Carlo Alberto, 3, Roma
View the mapWhat is included
- Transportation by minivan
- Professional monolingual guide
- Small group tour
- Skip-the-line entry to the catacombs
- Entrance to the Basilica of Santa Maria
- Maggiore with priority access
- Entrance to the Basilica of San Giovanni in
- Laterano with priority access
- External visit of la Scala Santa
- Earphones for larger groups
What is not included
- Pick-up and Drop-off at the hotel
- Food and drinks
Useful Information
- Stroller / pram accessible
- Public transportation nearby
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
- We regret to inform that this tour is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or with impaired mobility
- Entrance into Churches requires a strict dress code. We cannot be held responsible for entry denied due to improper dress
The tours always include only the services of any guides and/or tour escorts.
We accept various payment methods, including credit cards, bank transfers, PayPal, and cash payments at our branches. All online payments are protected and secure.
We generally recommend bringing comfortable clothing, identification documents, a water bottle, sunscreen, and a camera to capture the best moments.
Prices and Rates
Prices are per person and may vary depending on the group size. Additionally, rates may change based on the selected day and holidays.
When to Book
It’s possible to book up until the start time as long as there is availability. Book as soon as possible to ensure availability.
Cancellation Terms
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the service starts.