Rome Catacombs & Capuchin Crypts Group Tour with Transfers
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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If you're seeking an encounter with Rome's intriguing past, this guided tour of the Catacombs of Rome is just what you need. Delve beneath the bustling streets of the city to discover the chilling tombs that lie hidden underground. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, you'll be immersed in the origins and tales of this extraordinary site. Explore the crypts where renowned popes and martyrs were laid to rest in what was once Rome's busiest burial ground.
Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to visit the renowned Appian Way and the extraordinary Capuchin Crypt, adorned with the bones of approximately 3,700 friars. It's the best Catacombs tour in Rome, round-trip transportation from central Rome included!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Due to traffic regulations all children must be seated. Car seats available upon request. Must be requested at least 72 hours in advance.
Depending on the opening days of the Catacombs, the Catacombs visited can vary
DRESS CODE: Entrance into any religious site requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. The company will not be held responsible for refused entry due to unsuitable dress.
TTG reserves the right to change itineraries for safety, restoration, maintenance, adverse weather conditions, or occasional events
We will do everything in our power to ensure schedules and itineraries are adhered to; however, due to issues beyond our control, schedules and sites are subject to last-minute changes on rare occasions
We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.
What To Expect
Piazza Barberini
Meet Your Guide at Piazza Barberini Once you meet your expert local guide at the iconic Piazza Barberini, nestled in the heart of Rome, you'll embark on a fascinating journey as you are swiftly escorted to the captivating Capuchin Crypts. Within these hallowed grounds lie astonishing exhibits showcasing more than 3,700 human skeletons. Following this bone-chilling encounter, your journey continues to the expansive underground tombs for a guided tour of the Catacombs of Rome before passing by the Appian Way and concluding your tour with a visit to Santa Maria in Cosmedin and its famed Mouth of Truth.
Museum and Crypt of Capuchins Friars
Explore the Capuchin Crypts Nestled beneath the esteemed Church of Santa Maria della Concezione Cappuccini, lie five awe-inspiring chapels adorned with the bones of Capuchin friars. These friars were interred during a time when the Catholic Church permitted burial beneath its sacred grounds. The Capuchin Crypts, although not initially intended as macabre art, serve as a poignant symbol of mortality and the journey of life through the earthly realm. With the added advantage of bypassing queues, you will have the privilege of exploring all five chapels: the Crypt of the Resurrection, the Crypt of the Skulls, the Crypt of the Pelvises, the Crypt of the Leg Bones and Thigh Bones, and the Crypt of the Three Skeletons. This chilling yet captivating display awaits your up-close encounter, offering a truly fascinating experience.
Options
Roman Catacombs Only, No Crypt
Crypt access not included Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Catacombs Express Tour: Explore Rome’s underground on a fast-paced catacombs tour—skip-the-line entry, expert guide, and round-trip transport include
Afterhours Guided Tour
Duration: 3 hours VIP Rome Catacombs Night Tour: Extend your exploration of Rome into the evening and bypass the midday crowds with this exclusive after-hours option.
Rome Catacombs and Capuchin Crypts Group Tour
What‘s Included
Round-trip air-conditioned transportation from central Rome
English-speaking expert guide
Admire the Ancient Via Appia Antica & Aurelian Wall
Admission and Guided Tour of the Rome Catacombs
Skip the line access to the Capuchin Crypts and Museum
Hotel pick up / drop off
Gratuities (optional)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
795 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Rome June 2026
Amy R,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The catacombs are amazing. The guide was friendly and easy to understand. Good transportation
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Tom A,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00OK experience. we moved through the catacombs at a brisk pace, slower would have been better. the first part of the Capuchin crypt tour was a bit boring, the narration was hokey.
Good tour. Very interesting
Deborah J,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Great guide, very informative about the tour and Rome history. I learned a lot. We were happy to have an air conditioned van and not much walking. The tombs were super fascinating. The monk bones were weirdly cool but morbid when you realized what it really is.
Great Experience
saraheM3797CW,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Arvin was a fantastic guide! Would highly recommend
Worth it
llK8453MK,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. Arvin is magical even through technical challenges. The tour was very informative.
So fun and informative thanks Sam! Crazy HISTORY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Gerrit G,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Smooth, informative comfortable!
FANTASTIC Tour!
J3664HOerins,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sam was amazing!! TOTALLY recommend him. Knowledgeable and super friendly!
Crypt tour
josephwM1193HT,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! Sam was an excellent guide
Definitely make time for this when in Rome!
katlola,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Monika was our tour guide, and she was excellent! The meeting point was easy to find, and Monika talked everyone through the day to let us know what to expect which I really appreciated! First we went to the crypts, which was beyond amazing. I really enjoyed learning the history and looking at the bones. After, we got in the minivans and were driven to the catacombs! The journey was filled with interesting facts and insights from our tour guide Monika. She was funny, kind, and overall just seemed like a lovely person. We felt comfortable having her as our guide. I felt comfortable asking questions. A big thank you to Monika for making the experience 10/10!
THE BEST
Rachael A,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00For our tour we had Monica - she was so helpful and informative. We couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide! She was really funny and made the experience fun and enjoyable. She explained everything in great detail and if we had any questions she was confident to answer them! We felt extremely comfortable asking anything or if we had any queries. The catacombs tour and capuchin crypt in general.. wow wow wow what can we say. Me and my fiancée Kat were stunned before our eyes. We have never been so interested in anything before this amazing and historical history in Rome. The second you entered the catacomb cemetery underground, you could feel a spine chilling sensation from knowing this was from the past and that you were in that screenshot moment of history. Everything was explained well to us - to the bones being inside the museum only and the actual catacombs having no visible bones but you could see the tombs of where the bodies would have laid. If you are considering going with a tour guide but are unsure, then go with these guys! Guaranteed to have the best experience all round. Monica. You were incredible and a credit to the team! 1 million trillion would go with you again, and wish to do so when myself and my dad go in the future!!!!! ❤️
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