Unforgettable Rome: Ancient Crypts & Catacombs Journey
Descend into the chill of Rome’s mysterious underworld with Skip-the-Line access to three of the city’s strangest discoveries. Unmask a new side to the Eternal City as you explore the eerie Bone Chapel, adorned with the bones of 4,000 Capuchin monks, and the Christian Catacombs, a series of hidden tunnels where early Christian’s practiced their forbidden faith. Then travel beneath Basilica of San Martino ai Monti, a hidden gem tucked away in the city’s historic core.
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Georgina_H, 2/28/2026 3:09:37 AM
Heather was our guide for this tour which was excellent. She gave us lots of interesting information about the Crypts and the Catacombs.
kennethr516, 2/26/2026 12:56:27 PM
Paula was amazing! Her knowledge of the visited sites was in depth and entertaining. The transfers between sites were filled with educational and entertaining information. 10 out of 10 would recommend!!!
Beverly_F, 2/25/2026 12:42:29 PM
The guide was amazing and provided a tremendous amount of background information for each of the 3 places we visited. This information was then enhanced while we were viewing the crypto, catacombs and church. One of my favorite tours.
Deborah_G, 2/24/2026 12:50:11 AM
We had a great time touring ancient crypts,, catacombs & churches with Alain. He was knowledgeable, humorous, kind, and a great story teller. We moved across the city between locations on a clean, safe, comfortable bus, and enjoyed our group of approx 20. There are steps and gradual slopes to navigate, but not over-exerting. The tour is well paced with multiple short breaks.
Kenneth_W, 2/21/2026 8:35:29 AM
Our tour of the catacombs was excellent. Fiona, our guide, was superb! She had a wealth of information to share about the catacombs, but also bout Rome in general. She was a vibrant and funny guide. She truly made our tour a wonderful experience! We could tell she was enthusiastic and loves sharing the history and culture with visitors. We were enthralled by the catacombs. Such a fascinating history of the area, the Appian Way, the catacombs, and of San Sebastián himself. The three pagan catacombs are well preserved. The tour was well paced, detailed, and enjoyable! Would definitely recommend! For preservation purposes, no photography is allowed in the catacombs.
Sarah_T, 2/18/2026 5:17:44 PM
Way too long of a tour. Just be aware it is out of town 25 min on a bus and then the return. You can see the crypts in Rome and not take all this time. I would not recommend.
Judy_D, 2/18/2026 3:39:32 AM
What an amazing look a the past! Fascinating experience! 3 separate excursions each with their own part of the story. Our Guide Emiliano was FANTASTIC!!! Both knowledgeable and humorous! He added many special tidbits along the way as well as we made it way from one venue to the next! I highly recommend this if you’re up for a bit of the eerie! And it’s always important to mention the expert skills of the bus driver in the crazy Roman traffic!
Amy_K, 2/17/2026 12:55:47 PM
Ale was amazing - so knowledgable and fun! My husband and I loved the experience and she taught us so much! It was our first tour scheduled in Italy and it was amazing! Thank you!
danahA8592NJ, 2/15/2026 9:30:56 AM
Caterina was a great host! She made us all feel comfortable and provided detailed information in an entertaining way. I really enjoyed this tour!
Bernie_D, 2/13/2026 3:08:03 PM
The tour was excellent from start to finish. Cat was a brilliant tour guide. She was a mind of information and had a very pleasant and cheery delivery of facts.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A dress code is required for entry into some of the sites on this tour. Knees and shoulders must be covered
- No photos can be taken inside the venue during the tour
- This activity is not suitable for people who suffer from claustrophobia
- Some of the venues may slightly reduce the length of visit in period of high demand.
- If you select the "After Hours" Option, starting at 5pm, you tour will last 2.5 hours and will end at Piazza della Repubblica
- Please note, on Sundays the Church visits is not guaranteed due to liturgical activities.
- Not recommended for those who are effected by claustrophobia
Departure point
In Piazza Barberini, at the Tritone fountain located at centre of the square.Return details
Descend into the chill of Rome’s mysterious underworld with Skip-the-Line access to three of the city’s strangest discoveries. Unmask a new side to the Eternal City as you explore the eerie Bone Chapel, adorned with the bones of 4,000 Capuchin monks, and the Christian Catacombs, a series of hidden tunnels where early Christian’s practiced their forbidden faith. Then travel beneath Basilica of San Martino ai Monti, a hidden gem tucked away in the city’s historic core.Redemption
• We kindly ask our guests be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. • Our City Wonders coordinators will be wearing blue City Wonders polo shirts or jackets or flag to be easily recognizable at the meeting point. • Knees and shoulders must be covered to enter the venues. • This tour involves a fair amount of walking, hills, and stairs; comfortable shoes are recommended. • This service ends at San Martino ai Monti [Day Tour] or Piazza Barberini [After Hours Tour] • Gratuities for your guide/driver that provided excellent service are appreciated! • City Wonders is not responsible for any personal belongings that are lost or damaged. Guests should ensure they keep track of their items throughout the entire duration of the tour. Please note that any additional shipping costs related to retrieved items will not be covered by City Wonders • Basilica of San Martino ai Monti is not visited in the exclusive after hours tour option. That option last 2.5 hours instead of 3.5 hrs for the day tour. • Please note, on Sundays the Church visits is not guaranteed due to liturgical activities. If Private Tour option is selected: • Please ensure to add your accommodation details in the "Special Requirements" field on the check-out page or to email them to us at info@citywonders.com • It is the customers’ responsibility to arrive at the agreed Meeting Point 10 minutes before the scheduled tour time and present their tour voucher to the driver. The driver will allow a maximum tolerance of 15 minutes from the scheduled tour time. Missed tours or tickets due to missed pick-up cannot be refunded.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund