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Rome Private Sightseeing and Catacombs Underground Group Tour with Transfer

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Don't miss the chance to embark on a remarkable and unique journey beneath the streets of Rome with the Rome Private Sightseeing and Catacombs Underground Group Tour. Explore the mysterious catacombs, a complex network of underground tunnels spanning over 150 kilometers. Marvel at the ancient frescoes, crypts, mausoleums, and tombs, including the final resting place of popes, martyrs, and even apostles. Led by an official tour guide, you'll also have the opportunity to discover other iconic landmarks along the way, such as the Aurelian Walls, Caracalla Bath, Appian Way, and Circus Maximus. With hotel pickup and drop-off included, this private tour ensures a relaxed and immersive experience. Immerse yourself in the rich history and secrets hidden beneath the surface of Rome with this unforgettable journey.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 2 hours 30 minutes - 2 hours 40 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Unique underground tour of Rome's catacombs
  • Admire ancient frescoes and crypts in the catacombs
  • Visit burial sites of famous popes and martyrs
  • Explore important sights like the Aurelian Walls and Appian Way
  • Relaxed and chauffeured private sightseeing tour of Rome
  • Private transportation
  • Private sightseeing tour of rome chauffeured and not guided
  • Professional guide for the catacombs small group tour
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from city center only (if it is communicated)
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if it is not communicated)
  • Guide service during the transfer to the catacombs
  • Guide on board during the sightseeing tour

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Introduction

Immerse yourself in the ancient history and mysteries of Rome with the Rome Private Sightseeing and Catacombs Underground Group Tour. This exclusive tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the underground catacombs, a complex network of tunnels that span over 150 kilometers. Marvel at the ancient frescoes, crypts, sarcophagi, and tombs that line these underground passageways. Discover the final resting place of famous figures such as popes, martyrs, and even some apostles, as legends suggest.

What to expect?

During this tour, you can expect to delve deep into the fascinating catacombs of Rome. Accompanied by an official tour guide, you will explore either San Calisto, San Sebastiano, or Santa Domitilla, depending on the day. As you wander through the underground tunnels, you will be captivated by the intricate details of the frescoes, inscriptions, and mausoleums that tell stories of the past.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and anyone with a curiosity for the hidden wonders of Rome. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a group of friends, this experience will transport you back in time and provide a deeper understanding of the city's rich history. All ages and backgrounds are welcome to join this captivating journey into the catacombs.

Why book this?

Embarking on the Rome Private Sightseeing and Catacombs Underground Group Tour promises an unforgettable adventure. This exclusive experience allows you to explore the catacombs in the company of an expert guide, ensuring you don't miss any hidden secrets or fascinating tales. Additionally, this tour offers the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off within the city center, ensuring a stress-free experience. You'll also have the opportunity to witness other iconic landmarks along the way, such as the Aurelian Walls, Caracalla Bath, Appian Way, and Circus Maximus. By booking this tour, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the history and culture of Rome.

Good to know

Please note that food and drinks are not included in the tour, so it's advisable to bring your own refreshments. Hotel pickup and drop-off are provided only if communicated in advance. While transportation to the catacombs is private, the tour itself is conducted in small groups with a professional guide. It's important to dress comfortably and wear appropriate footwear, as the catacombs involve walking through underground tunnels. Prepare to be amazed by the hidden treasures that await you beneath the bustling streets of Rome.

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Travelers who have experienced the Rome Private Sightseeing and Catacombs Underground Group Tour rave about its captivating nature. They describe the catacombs as a mesmerizing journey into the past, with the frescoes and crypts leaving a lasting impression. Visitors appreciate the expertise of the tour guides, who provide insightful commentary and bring the history to life. Many reviewers also mention the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off, making the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. Overall, the tour receives high praise for its unique and immersive exploration of one of Rome's most mysterious and intriguing attractions.

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  • You can book at any time before the event

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  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Appia Antica Archaeological Park

Starting, with a small group, from our travel agency, near the Colosseum, you will be comfortably transported on an air-conditioned vehicle, in one of the most interesting and visited places in Rome, the "catacombs" on the Via Appia Antica. Walk along the majestic Aurelian Walls and come to the archaeological area of the Via Appia Antica, immersed in the green Roman countryside, you will descend into the ancient world of the Catacombs, a complex network of underground tunnels among the longest in the world, which occupies an area of about fifteen hectares, consisting of about 60 kilometers of tunnels on several levels. The catacombs that we will visit (San Calisto, San Sebastiano or Santa Domitilla), for your tour will change depending on the day, but from where we go, you will have the opportunity to see ancient frescoes, crypts rich in inscriptions carved in the walls, niches with still remains of skeletons, small mausoleums, sarcophagi, tombs and small chapels that still today, after about 2000 years, are still used to celebrate religious rites. Here you will find the burial of famous people like popes, martyrs and, according to legends, even some apostles. After the tour, back in the sunlight, your driver will take you back to the original starting point in Via Della Polveriera.

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Catacombs of Saint Callixtus

The Catacomb(s) of Callixtus (also known as the Cemetery of Callixtus) is one of the Catacombs of Rome on the Appian Way, most notable for containing the Crypt of the Popes, which once contained the tombs of several popes from the 2nd to 4th centuries. The catacomb forms part of an ancient funerary complex, the Complesso Callistiano, that occupies thirty hectares. The boundaries of this are the Via Appia Antica, the Via Ardeatina, and the Vicolo Delle Sette Chiese. The area of the catacomb proper is about fifteen hectares, and it goes down to five levels. A rough estimate puts the length of passageways at about twenty kilometers and the occupancy at about half a million bodies.

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Terme di Caracalla

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The Baths of Caracalla (Italian: Terme di Caracalla) in Rome, Italy, were the city's second largest Roman public baths, or thermae. The baths were likely built between AD 212 (or 211) and 216/217, during the reigns of emperors Septimius Severus and Caracalla.[2] They were in operation until the 530s and then fell into disuse and ruin. Both during and since their operation as baths, they served as inspiration for many other ancient and modern buildings, such as the Baths of Diocletian, the Basilica of Maxentius, the original Pennsylvania Station in New York City, Chicago Union Station, and the Senate of Canada Building. Artworks recovered from the ruins include famous sculptures such as the Farnese Bull and the Farnese Hercules.

Circus Maximus

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The Circus Maximus (Latin for "largest circus"; Italian: Circo Massimo) is an ancient Roman chariot-racing stadium and mass entertainment venue in Rome, Italy. The valley between the Aventine and Palatine hills was the first and largest stadium in ancient Rome and its later Empire. It measured 621 m (2,037 ft) in length and 118 m (387 ft) in width and could accommodate over 150,000 spectators.[2] Its fully developed form became the model for circuses throughout the Roman Empire. The site is now a public park.

Foro Boario

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The Forum Boarium, Italian: Foro Boario) was the cattle forum valium of ancient Rome. It was on a level piece of land near the Tiber between the Capitoline, the Palatine, and Aventine hills. As the site of the original docks of Rome (Portus Tiberinus), the Forum Boarium experienced intense commercial activity. The Forum Boarium was the site of the first gladiatorial contest in Rome, which took place in 264 BC as part of an aristocratic funerary ritual—a munus or funeral gift for the dead. Marcus and Decimus Junius Brutus Scaeva put on gladiatorial combat in honor of their deceased father with three pairs of gladiators. The site was also a religious center housing the Temple of Hercules Victor, the Temple of Portunus (Temple of Fortuna Virilis), and the massive 6th or 5th century BC Great Altar of Hercules.

Piazza Venezia

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La piazza è dominata dall'Altare della Patria, uno dei simboli patri italiani; tre palazzi monumentali la circondano negli altri lati. Il più antico è il quattrocentesco palazzo Venezia, che dà il nome alla piazza e che è sede dell'omonimo museo nazionale. Gli altri palazzi sono il secentesco palazzo Bonaparte e il palazzo delle Assicurazioni Generali, costruito nei primi anni del Novecento. Su piazza Venezia si incontrano i confini di tre rioni: ad ovest di essa si estende il rione Pigna, ad est il rione Trevi e a sud il rione Campitelli.

Teatro di Marcello

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The Theatre of Marcellus (Latin: Theatrum Marcelli, Italian: Teatro di Marcello) is an ancient open-air theatre in Rome, Italy, built in the closing years of the Roman Republic. At the theatre, locals and visitors alike could watch performances of drama and song. Today its ancient edifice in the rione of Sant'Angelo, Rome, once again provides one of the city's many popular spectacles or tourist sites. Space for the theatre was cleared by Julius Caesar, who was murdered before its construction could begin; the theatre was advanced enough by 17 BC that part of the celebration of the ludi secular took place within the theatre; it was completed in 13 BC and formally inaugurated in 12 BC by Augustus,[1] named after his nephew Marcus Claudius Marcellus who had died in 23 BC.

Terrazza del Gianicolo

Janiculum Hill, considered by many as the eighth hill of Rome, is a peaceful and refreshing attraction close to the city center. As you walk up its pathways, you'll enjoy superb city views. The Janiculum is one of the best locations in Rome for a scenic view of central Rome with its domes and bell towers. Other sights on the Janiculum include the church of San Pietro in Montorio, on what was formerly thought to be the site of St Peter's crucifixion; a small shrine known as the Tempietto, designed by Donato Bramante, marks the supposed site of Peter's death. The Janiculum also houses a Baroque fountain built by Pope Paul V in the late 17th century, the Fontana dell'Acqua Paola. Janiculum became very popular due to its significant historical role in the city's defense. Becoming the setting for the battle in which Garibaldi repelled an attack from French troops, its paths are full of sculptures of the heroes, including Giuseppe Garibaldi.

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Colle Capitolino

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The Capitolium or Capitoline Hill (/ˈkæpɪtəlaɪn, kəˈpɪt-/ KAP-it-ə-lyne, kə-PIT-;[1][2] Italian: Campidoglio [kampiˈdɔʎʎo]; Latin: Mons Capitolinus [ˈmõːs kapɪtoːˈliːnʊs]), between the Forum and the Campus Martius, is one of the Seven Hills of Rome. The hill was earlier known as Mons Saturnius, dedicated to the god Saturn.[citation needed] The word Capitolium first meant the temple of Jupiter Optimus Maximus later built here. Afterward, it was used for the whole hill (and even other temples of Jupiter on other hills), thus Mons Capitolinus (the adjective noun of Capitolium). In an etymological myth, ancient sources connect the name to caput ("head," "summit"), and the tale was that, when laying the foundations for the temple, the head of a man was found,[3] some sources even saying it was the head of some Tolus or Plus. The Romans regarded the Capitolium as indestructible and adopted as a symbol of eternity.

Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo

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The tomb of the Roman emperor Hadrian, also called Hadrian's mole,[1] was erected on the right bank of the Tiber, between AD 134 and 139.[2] Originally the mausoleum was a decorated cylinder, with a garden top and golden quadriga. Hadrian's ashes were placed here a year after his death in Baiae in 138, together with those of his wife Sabina, and his first adopted son, Lucius Aelius, who died in 138. Following this, the remains of succeeding emperors were also placed here, the last recorded deposition being Caracalla in 217. The urns containing these ashes were probably placed in what is now known as the Treasury Room, deep within the building.

St. Peter's Basilica

(Pass by)

The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter in the Vatican (Italian: Basilica Papale di San Pietro in Vaticano), or simply Saint Peter's Basilica (Latin: Basilica Sancti Petri), is a church built in the Renaissance style located in Vatican City, the papal enclave that is within the city of Rome, Italy. It was initially planned by Pope Nicholas V and then Pope Julius II to replace the aging Old St. Peter's Basilica, which was built in the fourth century by Roman emperor Constantine the Great. Construction of the present basilica began on 18 April 1506 and was completed on 18 November 1626.[2] Designed principally by Donato Bramante, Michelangelo, Carlo Maderno and Gian Lorenzo Bernini, St. Peter's is the most renowned work of Renaissance architecture[3] and the largest church in the world by interior measure.[note 1] While it is neither the mother church of the Catholic Church nor the cathedral of the Diocese of Rome, St. Peter's is regarded as one of the holiest Catholic shrines.

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