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Rome: Underground Temples and Crucifixion Relics Walking Tour

Rome, IT
95% of travellers recommend this
Excellent (49 reviews)
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    • Duration: 2.5 to 3.5 hours
    • Live professional guide
    • Entrance fees included
    • Headsets for clarity
    • Small group max 10 people

    Explore Rome's hidden history with an underground walking tour of ancient temples and Crucifixion relics, guided by an expert.

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    Excellent (49 reviews)
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    Sabrina_R
    Aug 24
    This was the BEST tour we took during our 18 day travels through Italy, Spain and Rome! We took this tour the day before we visited the Vatican and it really set the stage for our experience in the Vatican. Honestly, if you go the Vatican and don't do this tour I feel like people are missing out on a lot of powerful information and spiritual connection. We visited the Holy Stairs of Pontious Pilot Jesus climbed to the Passion, we saw a variety of relics from Jesus's crucifixion and a really interesting pagan church built underneath the Basilica of St. Clement. Daniel was incredibly knowledgable, kind and easy to relate to. What an amazing tour! Don't miss it!
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    Vanessa_G
    Aug 24
    This is a must while visiting Rome! Tom was by far the best guide! Went so into depth about history! This tour literally takes you back in time. This tour will take you to the relics of Jesus. Must see and book! You will not be disappointed!
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    Dennis_C
    Aug 24
    The tour of the 4 churches was great, and our guide was fantastic!! We would highly recommend it if you are in Rome
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    Paul_T
    Aug 24
    Daniel is an excellent guide. He is so knowledgeable, yet he brings a certain presence to this tour that is hard to describe, but easy to appreciate.
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    Katherine_Z
    Jul 24
    This was the highlight of our trip to Rome! Not to be missed! Tom’s knowledge and personable communication was both friendly and very informative. Seeing the first century church where the third Pope, Saint Clement resided and the Crucifixion relics brought back to Rome by St Helena was simply outstanding. Thank you Tom for all your historical insight!
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    Rome: Underground Temples and Crucifixion Relics Walking Tour

    Explore Rome's hidden history with an underground walking tour of ancient temples and Crucifixion relics, guided by an expert.

    Highlights

    • Journey through underground pagan temple and ancient churches
    • See original relics from the Crucifixion of Christ
    • Touch the underground river flowing below the streets of Rome
    • Learn about Emperor Constantine and the legalization of Christianity
    • See the Holy Relics secured by St. Helena

    Meeting Point

    Meet at the TouriksPoint at Via di San Giovanni in Laterano 132, 15 meters from the Basilica of St. Clement. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled start time.

    Meeting point

    Via di S. Giovanni in Laterano, 132, 00184 Roma RM , Italy

    End point

    End Point

    Meeting point

    Piazza di S. Croce in Gerusalemme, 10, 00185 Roma RM , Italy

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    What to expect

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    Basilica of San Clemente

    You will enjoy a fascinating journey deep underground St. Clement's Basilica, a few meters away from the Colosseum. You will go through three layers of ancient monuments built on top of each other, and learn about forgotten pagan cults, early Christianity, and mystic symbolism. You will visit the best preserved Temple of Mithras and touch the underground river flowing below the streets of Rome and below the Colosseum. You will marvel at ancient mosaics and at the stories they portray. You will appreciate the intimacy of a small group of maximum 10 people

    Duration 75 minutes
    Admission Admission Included
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    Arcibasilica di San Giovanni in Laterano

    Having learned about paganism, the early persecutions and the martyrs, make a walk to the Cathedral of Rome, the Basilica of St. John Lateran, and find out why it is known as “Mother and head of all churches on Earth”. Be impressed by the beauty of the golden interior and the ancient frescos and hear about Emperor Constantine and why he legalized Christianity in 313.

    Duration 30 minutes
    3

    Pontifical Sanctuary of the Holy Stairs

    Learn about the Emperor’s mother, St. Helena, and her pilgrimage to Jerusalem to recover the artifacts, safeguarded by the early underground church in the Holy Land. Among those, see the Holy Stairs, the original stairs of the praetorium which Jesus climbed at his judgment.

    Duration 15 minutes
    4

    Basilica di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme

    Finally, walk to the church built with earth brought from the Holy land, the Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem and see the other Holy Relics secured by Helena including a nail from the Crucifixion, the walnut board Pontius Pilate put above the cross as well as the wood of the Cross Jesus was crucified on. See also fragments of the wall from the cave of the nativity in Bethlehem and two thorns of the crown of the Passion of Christ.

    Duration 30 minutes
    5

    Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major

    Choose to extend your journey to the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, where stunning mosaics and sacred relics offer insight into the church's importance in Christian history.

    Duration 60 minutes
    Admission Admission Included

    The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

    Additional Information

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      Public transportation options are available nearby
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      Specialized infant seats are available
    • Additional information
      Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Additional information
      Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the tour starts in order to complete the signup and setup the headsets.
    • Additional information
      An appropriate dress-code is required in order to enter the churches: knees and shoulders should be covered.
    • Additional information
      Wear comfortable walking shoes: a moderate amount of walking is involved.
    • Additional information
      This tour is not wheelchair-accessible.
    • Additional information
      This tour is subject to weather conditions and/or liturgic-calendar events. If canceled you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
    • Additional information
      Not recommended for people with claustrophobia
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    What our experts say

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      Dress modestly for church visits.
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      Grab a coffee at nearby Bar San Clemente.
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      Consider visiting the Colosseum after.
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      Use public transport for easy access.
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      Arrive early for optimal experience.

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