Crypts, Bones & Catacombs: An Underground Tour of Rome
3 hours
Max 18
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- Uncover the history behind Rome's "City of the Dead".
- Peek inside a historic Roman bone crypt from as early as the 16th century on an exclusive visit just for you and your small group.
- Journey through the city's labyrinth of catacombs and hear stories of the people buried there long ago.
- Travel around the city via private, air-conditioned transport to and from sites.
- Drive along the ancient, airy Appian Way (Via Appia Antica), and follow in the footsteps of Romans as far back as 312 B.C.
- Sites Visited
- Catacombs of Rome
- Orazione e Morte bone crypt
- Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)
- Tour Includes
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Entrance ticket to Roman Catacombs
- Expert Catacombs tour guide
- Entrance ticket to Orazione e Morte bone crypt
- Transportation (Minibus with air conditioning)
Take a walk through Rome's underground cemeteries with a tour of the catacombs and exclusive bone crypt.
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Total Customer Reviews: 2522
Verified Ratings
4.8 /5
based on 2522 Walks’ customer ratings
Rating summary by category
Latest reviews
Excellent
What a nice combination of sites in underground Rome. We learned all sorts of interesting history!
Verified · Cecile · Oct 26, 2024 · USA · Female · 65 to 74 years
Excellent
Guide was excellent and had a lot of information about Rome in general in addition to the tour. He answered and invited questions
Verified · Vincent · Oct 20, 2024 · USA · Male · 55 to 64 years
Great
Federico is an amazing guide!
A little disappointed that there are no bones in the catacombs, but it was still a good tour.
Verified · Cynthia · Oct 20, 2024 · USA · Female · 55 to 64 years
Great
Our tour guide spoke excellent English and had a deep love for Roman history. She made the tour exciting and informative, her passion for the city came shining through with every fact she gave us. History tends to bore me when it’s presented in a numerical recitation of facts, but it was presented in such a way that I was enthralled the whole time. Lots of walking, but our 5 and 14 year olds did just fine. I highly recommend the Catacomb tour for anyone wishing to learn more about Rome.
Verified · Holly · Sep 25, 2024 · USA · Female · 35 to 44 years
Great
We took the Crypts, Bones, and Catacombs yesterday with our guide, Federico. The tour was excellent, especially Federico's passionate and knowledgeable commentary. There were individual audio receivers which meant you could hear the guide no matter where you were situated in the group - a definite bonus! Highly recommended.
Verified · Meg · Aug 27, 2024 · Australia · Female · 55 to 64 years
FAQs
Is this tour wheelchair accessible?
No. Unfortunately, due to site restrictions we cannot accommodate wheelchairs on this tour. Guests should be prepared for a moderate level of physical activity, including standing for extended periods and climbing stairs, which may not be suitable for travelers with certain health conditions or mobility limitations.
IMPORTANT: What should I wear?
The bone crypts beneath churches are holy places so attire must be appropriate for the visit. Both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees. Walks cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to improper dress. It is sufficient to bring extra coverings with you and put them on before our entrance to the holy areas.
Can I take pictures at the sites visited on the Crypts and Catacombs tour?
Taking pictures in the bone crypts is strictly prohibited. In the Catacombs, pictures are allowed but you are not allowed to shoot any frescoes with flash photography because of the effect that flash has on the paint.
I'm claustrophobic, will I be okay on this tour?
The Roman Catacombs are composed of narrow passagways that run deep underground. These can definitely cause problems for people who suffer from claustrophobia.
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