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Rome Catacombs & Capuchin Crypts Tour with Transportation
With timed entry and an expert guide, explore the underground world of Roman tombs and bone chapels
What's included
Discover the hidden layers of the Eternal City
Expert English-speaking guide
Timed entry to Capuchin Crypts
Guided tour of ancient Christian Catacombs
Round-trip transportation from central Rome
Scenic drive along the Appian Way
Guide tips
Itinerary
Meet your guide at Piazza Barberini
Meet your guide in central Rome, right in front of the impressive Fontana del Tritone. You’ll join your small group and prepare for a fascinating journey into Rome’s hidden and haunting history.
See the Capuchin Crypts and bone chapels
A short walk brings you to the Capuchin Crypts beneath the Church of Santa Maria della Concezione. With an audio guide in hand, explore the eerie chapels lined with the bones of 3,700 friars, learning how these intricate displays reflect centuries of monastic tradition.
Take private van transport along the Appian Way
Next, settle into a comfortable van for a ride toward the catacombs. Along the way, you’ll glimpse ancient sites like the Appian Way, the Aurelian Walls, and even the Circus Maximus, all while hearing stories of Spartacus and Rome’s great defenses.
Explore Rome's ancient underground Catacombs
Then, head underground into one of 3 of Rome’s most iconic catacombs (Catacombs of St. Callixtus, Catacombs of St. Sebastian, or Domitilla Catacombs). Explore narrow corridors, frescoed chambers, and burial spaces once reserved for martyrs and popes, uncovering the city’s early Christian history with your guide’s insights. The exact site visited depends on the day and time of your tour.
Your tour ends at Piazza Barberini
Hop in your luxury transport for a smooth ride back into central Rome. You will be conveniently dropped off at the original meeting point, making it easy to grab a bite or connect to public transportation.
For Reference Only. Itineraries are subject to change
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Start times are in the product’s local time
Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance!
Fri, 23 Oct 2026
Meeting and drop-off point
Important Details
Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
Dress Code: Both men and women must cover their knees and shoulders for entry to religious sites. Guests who do not meet the dress code may be refused entry and miss out on a portion of the tour. No hats please.
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible due to stairs and tight spaces. If you have questions or concerns about your mobility, please contact us beforehand.
Catacombs visited: The catacombs you visit depend on your tour time. The 9:45 am tour visits the Domitilla Catacombs (except on Tuesdays it visits St. Sebastian), the 10:10 am tour visits the Catacombs of St. Callixtus (except on Wednesdays it visits St. Sebastian), and the 2:50 pm tour visits the Catacombs of St. Sebastian (except on Mondays it visits St. Callixtus).
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can enter sites on time.
Your tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Timed entry and audio guide tour of the Capuchin Crypts
Guided tour of the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, Catacombs of St. Sebastian, or the Domitilla catacombs
Pass by the ancient Appian Way
See the Aurelian Walls
Private, round-trip van transportation from Central Rome
What to bring:
Comfortable shoes
Light jacket (in spring and autumn)
Shawl, scarf, or sweater for shoulder covering
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Reviewers frequently praise the guides for their extensive knowledge, engaging storytelling, and ability to make the history of the catacombs and crypts vivid and interesting. Many also appreciate the well-organized transportation and the cooler underground environment, though some note that the crypts are self-guided with audio and the catacombs tours can be crowded, which occasionally affects audibility and pacing.
Brenda S.
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October 21, 2026
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October 20, 2026
Robert Y.
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October 19, 2026
Tour
Ri C.
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October 19, 2026
Our tour and guide was great! Very interesting and informative!
Ri C.
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October 19, 2026
Bones
Michael M.
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October 18, 2026
Very interesting to say the least. Good history of the Capuchin order and how early Christians were buried.
Interesting tour
Tana A.
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October 17, 2026
This was a very good tour with lots of good information, from which I learned a lot. The tour guide (David?) was very knowledgeable and entertaining as well. He made sure we saw several of the city sights while en route to the catacombs. It was a good length as well. I enjoyed this tour!
Autumn C.
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October 16, 2026
Catacombs tour
ANTHONY B.
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October 13, 2026
This tour was fantastic. Very informative with lots of history. The guide was very good. Loved it!!
Good tour
Heidi C.
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October 13, 2026
It was an okay tour. I thought the highlight of the tour was actually the drive to get to the catacomb.
Great Experience!
Samuel S.
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October 08, 2026
Our guide was awesome! Very informative!
Fantastic tour
denise S.
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October 03, 2026
Thanks to Federica for being a wonderful tour guide. One of the streets we were supposed to drive down was closed. So Federica had to pivot and share different sites for us. It was a very cool tour. Thanks
Michael B.
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October 03, 2026
Amazing Tour
DR C.
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October 03, 2026
Well organized. Great guide. Have always wanted to see the catacombs and this fulfilled that dream
Best tour of ALL
Donald M.
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October 02, 2026
This is a must see for anybody that comes to Rome. It is unbelievable. The history that’s involved with this and the presentation that this tour guy gave was unbelievable and would highly recommend everybody booking this one in the future.
Rome Catacombs & Capuchin Crypts Tour with Transportation
John B.
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October 01, 2026
Amazing! This is one of the tours you don't want to miss.
Great tour!
Natalia L.
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September 27, 2026
We really enjoyed Silvia, she was great! Had lots of really interesting information and managed the group really well. One of the highlights of our trip to Rome!
Catacombs & Crypts
Kim M.
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September 27, 2026
Interesting tour, really glad we were able to see and learn about these interesting sites!
Rome Catacombs & Capuchin Crypts Tour with
Mary L.
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September 22, 2026
Excellent tour our guide Silvia was very knowledgeable and an excellent guide. I would highly recommend this to her.
James F.
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September 21, 2026
SANDRA B.
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September 20, 2026
Crypts & Catacombs
Peter P.
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September 20, 2026
Toured the Capuchin Monk Crypts and San Callisto Catacombs. The Crypt was a self guided tour so you could peruse at your own pace. It was eerily very interesting. The Catacombs were a guided tour and the guide did a good job. I found it a little short and could be expanded. Overall the tour was very good and would recommend!
Barbara H.
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September 18, 2026
Great Tour. Highly recommended.
Dave M.
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September 17, 2026
Silvia was a great tour leader. She was informative and patient with the entire group. Her knowledge was unsurpassed by any other tour leader we have had.
Ivor F.
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September 16, 2026
FAQs
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