Alone in Rome's Catacombs: Exclusive After-Hours Tour with Bone Chapel
2.5 hours
Max 18
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- Enjoy an exclusive, intimate VIP visit to Rome's Catacombs—after official closing time
- Discover the extensive network of tunnels and hear fascinating stories from your expert Catacombs guide
- Learn about the intriguing artifacts and embellishments that punctuate Rome's underground burial chambers
- Immerse yourself in the eerie atmosphere of the Capuchin Crypt—aka “the Bone Chapel”—with captivating insights from your knowledgeable guide
- Travel between sites in comfort with private air-conditioned transport
- Sites Visited
- Rome’s Catacombs after closing
- Capuchin Crypt aka the Bone Chapel
- Tour Includes
- Special VIP access to Rome Catacombs
- Guided tour of Rome Catacombs
- Tickets to the Capuchin Crypt
- Audio guide for the Capuchin Crypt
- Private round-trip transport between sites
- Small groups limited to 18 people
- Expert English-speaking guide
Explore the Capuchin Crypt and Rome's catacombs after closing time on this extra-special VIP tour
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Total Customer Reviews: 924
Verified Ratings
4.8 /5
based on 751 Walks' reviews
Rating summary by category
Latest reviews
Excellent
I wasn’t quite sure what I signed up for and the what I saw wasn’t what I expected, simply because I just blindly booked this tour based on a review from a friend, but the guide was great and I saw some really interesting artifacts and history of Rome I was unaware of. The guide was Francesca (I believe) and she had a great sense of humor. If you’re into morbid stuff, definitely do this your!
Viator customer · Sep 18, 2023
Excellent
Had such a great day! Our guide, Chiara, was phenomenal and so much fun! Very knowledgeable and passionate about the stops on the tour. The air conditioned bus with Fabrizio wasn’t a bad perk either! We had a great time.
Tripadvisor customer · Sep 16, 2023
Great
Our Guide was incredible. She was very knowledgeable and entertaining. The tour itself was good. The aqueducts were my favorite. The bone art was odd and felt rushed due to the number of people.
Viator customer · Sep 15, 2023
Excellent
Frederico was the most fantastic tour guide! The best! I can’t stress that enough! Very well informed and entertaining.
The tour was interesting. The bine chapel both fascinating and very morbid. The catacombs interesting, and the end tomb entrance and church stunning. Would’ve liked more time in the church but tour is on a strict schedule. The aqueduct at the end was a real contrast and we thoroughly r joyed the day.
Viator customer · Sep 14, 2023
Excellent
Guide did a great job. Delivered the subject matter very well.
(Personally, if you're not catholic/Christian, and/or not interested in information about those religion's, this might not be the best tour for you. This is a criticism of the tour or my guide)
Viator customer · Sep 12, 2023
Meeting Point
Meeting Point
Piazza Barberini. Meet your guide by the Triton Fountain in the middle of the square. Your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. The closest metro stop is Barberini.
Please meet 15 minutes prior to the tour start time.
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.
Can I take pictures at the sites visited on the Crypts and Catacombs tour?
Taking pictures in the Capuchin Crypt is strictly prohibited because the monks do not want their dead being photographed. 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.
IMPORTANT: What should I wear?
The Capuchin Crypt is a holy place 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.
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