Rome: Crypts and Catacombs Underground Tour with Transfers

Descend into the chill of Rome’s mysterious underworld on a crypts and catacombs tour. Visit the Capuchin Crypt, explore the Roman Catacombs, and discover the Basilica of San Martino ai Monti.

• Visit the eerie Capuchin Crypt, decorated with the bones of 4,000 Capuchin Monks
• See a painting by Caravaggio and relics from the life of St. Francis
• Discover the Hidden Basilica of San Martino ai Monti
• Enjoy a stress-free experience with skip-the-line entry at all three sites
• Discover Rome's catacombs, hidden burial site with early Christian history

Discover Rome's hidden layers of history beneath its streets. Travel by an air-conditioned coach and use skip-the-line access directly into three fascinating archaeological finds.

Visit the Capuchin Crypt on an audio guide tour. Capuchin monks used the bones of their nearly 4,000 brothers to intricately decorate the floor-to-ceiling designs, lending it the macabre nickname of "the Bone Chapel".

From here you’ll be driven on a comfortable coach to the hallowed catacombs where, beneath their persecutors’ feet, early Christians practiced their forbidden faith. Almost 2,000 years ago, this network of secret tunnels doubled as a place of worship and burial ground. As you explore tombs made of solid rock, your local expert guide will describe the intriguing history of this sacred spot.

Next, travel to the Basilica of San Martino ai Monti, one of Rome’s best-kept secrets. Dating back to the 4th century, this historic church is built over ancient Roman foundations and reveals the city’s layered religious past. Inside, you'll find breathtaking Baroque frescoes, ancient mosaics, and remnants of a titulus,an early Christian worship site. Don’t miss the chance to explore the underground chambers, where centuries of faith and history come to life.

You can also choose our Exclusive "After Hours" tour of the Capuchin Crypts and Rome Catacombs for a unique underground adventure. Explore ancient burial sites, hidden tunnels, and macabre relics in a spine-chilling journey beneath the city.

Open your eyes to the city’s hidden side – and you’ll never see Rome the same way again. This service ends at Piazza Barberini or at the exit of San Nicola in Carcere.

• The Catacombs of Saint Sebastian, Via Appia Antica, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
• Catacombs of San Callisto, Via Appia Antica, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
• Basilica dei Santi Silvestro e Martino ai Monti, Viale del Monte Oppio, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
• Capuchin Crypt, Via Veneto, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy

Not suitable for:

• Unfortunately, this tour is unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance Not allowed:

• Strollers and baby carriages are not permitted Know in advance:

• Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts • Visit the eerie Christian Catacombs, the Capuchin ‘Bone Chapel’, and the Basilica of San Nicola in Carcere • Please be aware that some locations may be busy during standard hours • This service ends at Piazza Barberini or at the exit of San Nicola in Carcere • Please note, tours inside Capuchin Crypts will run with audio guides instead of a guided tour as per new rules imposed by the Capuchin Crypts Remember to bring:

• This tour involves a fair amount of walking, hills, and stairs so please wear comfortable shoes • Please note that entrance into churches requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women