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
Great Behind the Scenes Experience
Arrived at meeting place to discover my husband and I were the only two scheduled on this semi-private tour. Since my husband decided to stay back at our hotel to rest after a long day touring the Colosseum and Forum I had a very private 1 on 1 Catacombs tour with Silvio. Silvio went out of his way to suggest having my husband join us for the second part of the tour and set a slower pace to accommodate my husband’s mobility issues. Silvio was incredibly informative, professional and kind.
Gem of a tour
An excellent tour. Our guide was Silvia. She was fun and had a lot of information about what we were seeing. We booked this tour for the catacombs (which were very worth it) but Santa Maria Maggiore stole the show. After everyone left the church, our tiny group was ushered in, where it was just us, Silvia, and a couple of other LivTours guides and groups (no more than ten people altogether). In a city as busy as Rome, it was an incredible experience to have this beautiful church basically to ourselves. Seeing Rome from the rooftop was the perfect way to end the tour. I would highly, highly recommend this tour.
Unforgettable Private After-Hours Tour with Silvio!
We took a private after-hours tour of the St. Agnes Catacombs and Santa Maria Maggiore with Silvio, and it was exceptional. Silvio’s depth of knowledge is remarkable. He walked us through the layers of history—showing how ancient Roman structures, early Christian sites, and later Baroque elements overlap across centuries. A highlight was learning about the history around Constantine’s daughter (Santa Costanza) and seeing how older sites were repurposed and built upon over time. At Santa Maria Maggiore, Silvio brought the stunning 5th-century wall mosaics to life, explaining the biblical storytelling and symbolism woven into the art. The after-hours access was a treat with no crowds to compete with, and Silvio was thoughtful in keeping space between us and another group so our visit felt peaceful and unhurried. The private transfer was completely smooth with zero issues. We highly recommend Silvio and would gladly take another tour with him!
A surprise and delight!
This tour exceeded all expectations. Our tour guide Silvia was absolutely wonderfully versed on all aspects of what we saw and she provided a very well balanced overview, the right amount of everything. We ended up on the roof of the Basilica which was a total surprise with fantastic views of Rome. I would highly recommend.
Excellent tour, fantastic guide!
Chiara was an engaging and knowledgeable guide with an easy manner. She covered a lot of information in a way that was enjoyable. The basilica after hours was magical.