Rome Catacombs Night Tour with Santa Maria Maggiore After Hours
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore ancient catacombs under Rome
- Exclusive after-hours access to Santa Maria Maggiore
- Learn about Rome's early Christian history
- Experience Rome's historic sites at night
- Enjoy a small group tour for a personalized experience
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Rome's ancient catacombs
- Exclusive after-hours access to Santa Maria Maggiore
- Transportation between sites
- Meals and beverages
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas; follow guide's instructions.
- Check the meeting point and time carefully to avoid delays.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven surfaces.
- Bring a light jacket as temperatures can drop in the evening.
- Ensure your camera has sufficient battery life for night photography.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Places of worship have strict dress code requirements for entry. All participants are required to have shoulders and knees covered (no tank tops or short dresses) to enter.
- There is no photography allowed in the Catacombs of St. Agnes.
- Please note: For safety reasons, children under 7 years old are not permitted on the terraces, and therefore, we are unable to accept bookings for guests with children under 7 years old. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
- Please note: the interior of St. Agnes Basilica is currently undergoing restoration efforts and will remain closed until at least July, 2026. The Catacombs of St. Agnes below the Basilica and the Mausoleum of St. Costanza are still accessible and included in the tour.
- In very rare cases, operational regulations at the Catacombs may require visitors to join a larger group led by an official Catacombs guide for the underground visit. Your LivTours guide will remain with you, ensuring a personalized experience with commentary whenever permitted.
Traveler reviews
Wonderful highlights of Rome
Andy was very knowledgeable and his approach to explaining history was humerus as well as informative. We have learned so much from our LivTours guides and he was no exception.
From the catacombs to the roof top
Andy was a fantastic guide. Informative, engaging, and kept us laughing throughout. Liv Tours never disappoints. Thank you for another fantastic experience!
A special experience in the catacombs and Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore
Wow! What a special experience this was with Valentina. We can’t say enough good things about this semi-private experience that ended up being a private tour for me and my wife. Liv Tours is fortunate to have someone like Valentina on staff who has such deep knowledge of archaeology and these catacombs that the museum allows her to conduct these private tours without any further assistance from museum staff. If you want to learn and see first hand how Romans were buried walking through these amazing catacombs, this is a tour for you. After the catacombs, you will then be driven to the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore where you will have private access after it closes to the general public, where you will then be able to see the resting place of Pope Francis and then ascend the stairs to the roof where views of Rome are amazing.
A must do tour in Rome
Silvia was great! She is very knowledgeable and made the tour interactive and interesting. Considering how crowded Rome is this time of year, having after hour access was a treat. Would definitely recommend.
Great guide
We had a great time! Our guide was awesome and shared so much interesting Christian history. The group was very small, which made it feel really quiet and special. Visiting the catacombs at night was cool, but the best part was definitely the basilica after hours. I absolutely loved going up to the roof of the basilica—such a beautiful view of Rome! Highly recommend this tour.