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: 2502
Verified Ratings
4.8 /5
based on 2502 Walks’ customer ratings
Rating summary by category
Latest reviews
Great
A big part of the experience is the organisation and the coordination by the company and the tour leader. Flavia was our tour leader and she made the whole tour very interesting. I recommend it a 100%
Verified · Akanksha · Jul 26, 2024 · India · Female · 25 to 34 years
Good
The guide Silvia was very funny, we enjoyed listening to all the interesting anecdotes about the history and monuments. And it was so cool in the crypts!
Verified · Dario · Jul 21, 2024 · USA · Male · 25 to 34 years
Excellent
The tour was well planned and organized, Silvia the tour guide was very nice and prepared! The locations we visited were very fashinating and full of history! Overall, a very good experience
Verified · Silvia · Jul 21, 2024 · USA · Female · 25 to 34 years
Excellent
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Verified · Jorge · Jul 15, 2024 · USA · Male · 55 to 64 years
Excellent
This was a really interesting experience. I really liked travelling trough Rome in a cozy bus with a small group, and discovering hidden and interesting archeological sites. Our guide Silvia was also really knowledgeable and friendly.
Verified · Stella · Jul 15, 2024 · USA · Female · 25 to 34 years
FAQs
Is this tour wheelchair accessible?
No. Unfortunately, due to site restrictions we cannot accommodate wheelchairs on this tour. If you use a wheelchair and book this tour by accident, we are happy to offer you credit for a future tour that is wheelchair accessible anywhere in the world, or a full refund.
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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