Alone in Rome's Catacombs: After-Hours Tour with Bone Crypt

Highlights

  • Gain access to Rome’s Catacombs after closing.

  • Visit the an ancient bone crypt.

  • Listen to an expert guide share fascinating history.

  • Explore in a small group of maximum 18 people.

  • Ride private transport between sites.

Summary

A Catacombs of Rome tour unlike any other, with special after-hours access and private transportation.

Tour info

Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
18
Pricing (From)
Adult (15+): (15-99 years)
€99.00
Child (2-14): (2-14 years)
€94.00
Infant (0-1): (0-1 years)
€0.00
Commentary
English
Meeting Point

Why take this tour?

This special access, after-hours walking tour takes you into the Catacombs after closing, introducing you to one of Rome’s most important cities of the dead. You’ll also get to see the chilling Orazione e Morte bone crypt, decorated with skulls and bones. Not a tour for the easily spooked, but a wonderful exploration of early Christianity in Rome and Ancient Roman beliefs surrounding death and the afterlife that informs as much as it thrills. 

What’s included?

  • After-hours entrance to Rome Catacombs

  • Ticket to Orazione e Morte Crypt

  • Private, air-conditioned transport

  • Small groups of max 18 people

  • Expert English-speaking tour guide

  • Expert Catacombs guide

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Things to know

Before you book

  • This tour is in English.

  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.

  • Due to the tight nature of the catacombs, those with claustrophobia may want to consider another tour.

  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

  • Photography is not allowed in the sites visited on this tour, due to their religious nature.

  • Due to the religious nature of the catacombs, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. You can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before enter.

  • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

Before you go

  • Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.

  • Due to the religious nature of the catacombs, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. You can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before enter.

  • Photography is not allowed in the sites visited on this tour, due to their religious nature.

  • Comfortable walking shoes recommended.

  • Should the San Sebastiano catacomb close, your tour will visit another one of the catacombs along the Appian Way.

  • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.

  • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.

Redemption information

    Mobile tickets will be accepted


    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

About operator:

Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.

In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.

Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...

Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.