Roman Catacombs Guided Tour with Transfers

Roman Catacombs Guided Tour with Transfers overview

Your personalized Rome underground experience Embark on a guided tour through Rome’s hidden early Christian sites, hassle-free.

Your Experience

Experience highlights

• Enjoy convenient transfers aboard an open-top bus from the city center to the catacombs situated on the outskirts. Bypass the long ticket queues upon arrival, ensuring a hassle-free exploration of these subterranean marvels.
• Guided tours are offered in various languages including English, French, Spanish, German, and Italian.
• Explore either the St. Callixtus (closed on Wednesdays) or Domitilla (closed on Tuesdays) catacombs with an accredited guide who narrates the intriguing tales of the early Christians interred within.
• Extend your experience with a visit to the Capuchin Crypt, where the skeletal remains of Capuchin friars are displayed, giving rise to its famous nickname, the 'Bone Chapel'.
• For a more intimate experience, group sizes are limited to 25 participants, ensuring a more personalized and engaging exploration, even in the underground depths.
• Please Note: The tour of the Capuchin Crypt will be self-guided, with an audio guide provided to offer additional insights.

Ticket options for Roman Catacombs Guided Tour with Transfers

Option notes

• - ***Add in a visit to a crypt where the mortal meets the macabre.*** - Get transfers from the catacombs to Capuchin Crypt, a bone-lined burial vault.
• Explore at your own pace with an audio guide.
• - Cut your travel time in half with round-trip transfers in an open-top bus departing from central Rome.
• - Benefit from an Italian-speaking guide and skip the entry lines to head straight underground.
• - Benefit from an English-speaking guide and skip the entry lines to head straight underground.
• - Cut your travel time in half with round-trip transfers in an AC coach, departing from central Rome.
• - Visit the Catacombs of St.
• - Benefit from an French-speaking guide and skip the entry lines to head straight underground.

Know Before You Go

Ticket delivery and entry

• Your ticket confirmation will be sent to your email immediately upon booking.
• Present your ticket on your phone along with a valid photo ID when you reach the designated meeting spot. Students must have a valid student ID handy.
• We recommend arriving at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before your tour's scheduled start time to ensure a smooth experience.
• Refer to your final ticket confirmation for precise meeting point information and any additional instructions provided.

Roman Catacombs Guided Tour — frequently asked questions

What is included in the Roman Catacombs Guided Tour ticket?

The ticket includes 3 things: Transport to Roman Catacombs with guide, Access to Capuchin Crypt included and Multi-language expert guide provided.

What ticket types are available for Roman Catacombs Guided Tour?

10 ticket types are sold: Capuchin Crypt and Roman Catacomb French Tour with Transfers, Roman Catacombs Italian Guided Tour with Transfer, Capuchin Crypt and Roman Catacomb English Tour with Transfers, Roman Catacombs German Guided Tour with Transfer, Roman Catacombs English Guided Tour with Transfer and Roman Catacombs French Guided Tour with Transfer. Each has its own price and availability, shown on this page when you pick a date.

What is not included in the Roman Catacombs Guided Tour ticket?

Not included: Gratuities not included in tour price and Food & beverages not provided.

How long does Roman Catacombs Guided Tour take?

Allow 2 hours to 3 hours. This is the scheduled length of the experience; it varies with the ticket type you select and how busy the attraction is on the day.

Can I buy Roman Catacombs Guided Tour tickets on the day?

Yes. Booking is confirmed instantly, so a same-day ticket is possible while slots remain. Popular time slots sell out first, so booking ahead is safer if you want a specific time.

Can I cancel Roman Catacombs Guided Tour tickets?

No. This ticket is non-refundable once booked, so it cannot be cancelled for a refund and no partial refund is given for unused entry. Check the date and ticket type before paying.

Do I need to print Roman Catacombs Guided Tour tickets?

No. This is a mobile ticket, so the confirmation on your phone is accepted at entry. No printing and no voucher exchange is required unless the confirmation says otherwise.

More about Roman Catacombs Guided Tour

Essential Information for Your Visit What to Pack Remember to bring a light jacket as the catacombs maintain a cool temperature of around 15°C. Prohibited Items Kindly note that photography and videography are not permitted during the tour. Accessibility Details This guided tour involves stairs and uneven paths, making it unsuitable for individuals with mobility challenges or those using wheelchairs. Additional Tips Ensure you arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled time for check-in and boarding the bus. Depending on the day, your tour will include a visit to either St. Callixtus or Domitilla.