If you’ve ever tried to navigate Rome’s underground wonders, you know it can feel like piecing together a puzzle, with scattered sites and limited access. With us, skip-the-line to these historic tombs and step into the Capuchin Crypts adorned with the bones of 3,700 friars. Then, travel by private van to the ancient Appian Way to see the haunting, labyrinthine tunnels of the Christian catacombs with an expert. It's the best Catacombs tour in Rome, round-trip transportation included!
Expert English-speaking guide
Skip-the-line entry to Capuchin Crypts
Guided tour of Catacombs of St. Callixtus or Catacombs of St. Sebastian
Round-trip transportation from central Rome
Drive along the Appian Way
Unveil the layers of the Eternal City
Guide tips
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. You’ll 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.
Enter the Catacombs of St. Callixtus or Catacombs of St. Sebastian
Then, head underground into one of Rome’s most iconic catacombs. You’ll 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.
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.
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Rome Catacombs Tour and Capuchin Crypts
Gregory P.
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April 03, 2026
My wife and I booked this for an afternoon trip. It was amazing and I would highly recommend this to anyone. The guide was great, the sites were worth seeing, and we would book this again.
Great tour!
JANICE L.
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April 02, 2026
This was so far the best tour ! Our guide Llaria was a great storyteller, especially when she talked about her family . Lots of great information given about the catacombs and a few ideas for other places to see . Absolutely loved it !
Great Tour
David C.
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April 01, 2026
We loved our crypts and catacombs tour. It was amazing to see and understand some of the history. Fiona our tour guide was excellent . I would highly recommend this tour and Fiona with the tour guy!!
David was amazing!!
Daniel R.
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March 31, 2026
David was Informative and hilarious. The tour was incredible. I would definitely recommend
Brittney P.
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March 31, 2026
Gary T.
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March 31, 2026
Paul R.
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March 31, 2026
Rebecca P.
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March 30, 2026
Lisa was a great tour guide and made the drive from the crypt to the catacombs interesting.
Great historical recap
Stephen M.
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March 30, 2026
Elyssa was a great guide with interesting facts not only on the Catacombs but Rome overall.
Jessica T.
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March 28, 2026
5 Stars!
Monica B.
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March 28, 2026
Fiona was absolutely fantastic, very organized and informative!!
Denise W.
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March 28, 2026
Fiona was great tour guide! Thanks
Excellent tour!
Tracy C.
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March 27, 2026
This was an excellent tour. Everything went smoothly & was very punctual. Fiona was an amazing tour guide. She kept us engaged throughout and provided amazing details and history.
Ann G.
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March 22, 2026
Great tour
Alexander L.
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March 16, 2026
He was very intelligent and knew how to work with people, very knowing and interactive, quite a handsome boy.
Nice tour
Nancy B.
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March 15, 2026
This was a great, easy afternoon tour for our family of 6. David was such a great guide, entertaining and very informative! We learned lots and had a few laughs along the way.
More Than I Expected
Nancy K.
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March 14, 2026
It was a comprehensive tour of the Capuchin monk crypts which were unusual, and the catacombs. All of the tour was fascinating & our tour guide was great.
Daniel J.
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March 13, 2026
Friendly and knowledgeable
Roland M.
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March 13, 2026
Our guide was patient and knowledgeable. Would definitely book another tour with her.
Amazing tour!
SCOTT S.
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March 12, 2026
David was incredibly knowledgeable! He gave in depth facts not only specific to areas seen in the tour, but to many areas of Rome altogether. I would definitely recommend this tour!!
David J.
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March 11, 2026
Robert P.
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March 06, 2026
Joseph I.
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March 05, 2026
Not exactly what we thought it would be.
Peter H.
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March 03, 2026
The tour at the crypt was great, as was the insight given by our tour guide, Marco, prior to going in. We were disappointed in the catacombs part of the tour. The insights given by Marco were great, but we did not understand the catacombs were empty, probably our fault for not doing proper research. The history of the catacombs was well explained, and the chapel was very beautiful.
Incredible Catacombs & Crypt Tour
Holly P.
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February 26, 2026
We had the BEST experience on the Rome Catacombs Tour and Capuchin Crypts with Transportation, and Fiona made it absolutely unforgettable.
From start to finish, everything was seamless. The transportation was comfortable and easy, which made seeing these sites stress-free. The Capuchin Crypts were fascinating and beautifully explained such a powerful and humbling experience. Seeing the bone chapels in person is something you truly can’t grasp until you’re there.
The catacombs were equally incredible. Walking through the ancient underground tunnels and hearing the history brought to life made the entire experience feel so meaningful. Fiona was knowledgeable, engaging, and answered every question with so much insight. You can tell she genuinely loves what she does.
If you’re in Rome and want a tour that’s organized, informative, and deeply memorable, this is it. Highly recommend and if you can request Fiona, do it!
