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After Hours Rome Catacombs and Capuchin Crypts Tour with Transport
Enjoy exclusive night access to intricate bone chapels and early Christian burial chambers
With exclusive after-hours access to Rome’s underground world, step into the eerie Catacombs long after the crowds have disappeared. Before descending below, visit the Capuchin Crypts at closing time, where the bones of thousands of monks create one of the most intriguing displays in the city. With a passionate guide leading the way and private transport between sites, this after-hours experience transforms Rome’s hidden past into something you’ll never forget.
What's included
Explore Rome's underworld after dark
Expert English-speaking guide
Exclusive after-hours tour of the Catacombs of Priscilla
Visit 5 Capuchin Crypts' bone chapels at closing time
Audio guide tour of the Capuchin Crypts
Comfortable transport between sites
Guide tips
Itinerary
Your tour begins in central Rome
Meet your guide in central Rome (look for the exact location on your booking voucher). After quick introductions, set off on foot toward your first mysterious underground destination.
Walk to Santa Maria della Concezione
Stroll through Rome's historic streets as your guide shares stories about the Capuchin friars and the unusual artistic tradition you're about to witness. The short walk builds anticipation for what lies beneath the church.
Explore the five bone chapels of the Capuchin Crypts at closing time
Descend into five eerie chapels decorated with the skeletal remains of 3,700 Capuchin friars. You'll visit the Crypt of the Resurrection, Crypt of the Skulls, Crypt of the Pelvises, Crypt of the Leg Bones and Thigh Bones, and Crypt of the Three Skeletons. Your audio guide explains how these crypts symbolize mortality and the passage of life.
Private transport to the Catacombs of Priscilla or San Sebastiano
Hop into your comfortable private vehicle for a 15 to 25 minute drive to the northern outskirts of Rome. Relax as your guide continues sharing fascinating details about early Christian burial practices.
Explore the Catacombs of Priscilla or San Sebastiano
Explore the Catacombs after-hours with an official site expert leading the way. Discover ancient tombs and early Christian frescoes, including biblical scenes and, at Priscilla, what's believed to be the earliest depiction of the Nativity Scene.
Your tour finishes in central Rome
After exploring the catacombs, your driver returns you to central Rome at Via Leonida Bissolati. From here, you're perfectly positioned to continue your Roman adventure or head back to your accommodation.
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Mon, 07 Sep 2026
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Important Details
Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
Accessibility: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking and many old stone floors and stairways. It is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible. If you have any doubts about your mobility, we suggest taking a Catacombs Private Tour so your needs can be better accommodated.
Dress Code: The catacombs are a sacred site; both men and women must cover their knees and shoulders at all times, even in the heat, so a shawl/scarf/sweater is recommended.
Catacomb Visit: The Catacombs of Priscilla are normally visited. During closures, the visit may take place at the Catacombs of San Sebastiano instead.
Weather Advisory: For cooler seasons, we recommend bringing a light jacket, as the catacombs are underground and the Capuchin Crypts are indoors.
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
Audio guide tour of Capuchin Crypts at closing time
After-hours guided tour of Priscilla or San Sebastiano Catacombs
Private transportation between locations
What to bring:
Comfortable shoes
Light jacket (in spring and autumn)
Shawl/scarf/sweater (to cover knees and shoulders)