Rome Catacombs & Capuchin Crypts VIP 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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
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)
Options
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.
Roman Catacombs Express Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Rome Catacombs and Capuchin Crypts Group Tour
Capuchin Crypts Ticket ONLY
Ticket Only, No Guide Included
Duration: 1 hour
Reviews
635 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Exceptional guide and tour!
David B,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely a must do with the Tour Guy! Our guide was fantastic, friendly with lots of insights into the Friers and Catacombs. This was an excellent tour and I would highly recommend this one!
An afternoon in the Crypts
Yvonne L,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was fascinating….offering much insight to Roman life in the era before Christ all the way into the Baroque era of the late 1600’s. Our guide Monica was fabulous…..knowledgeable and funny. She kept everyone on schedule with ease. The Crypts were incredibly interesting and in a macabre way beautiful. Driving along the Appian Way was a wonderful addition to the tour….and practical, taking us from Rome’s center to the Catacombs.
Don’t miss out on this tour!
Global537936,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was far better than expected! Our tour guide, Matteo, was incredibly knowledgeable and very easy going. The Capuchin Crypts were hauntingly beautiful and the catacombs were incredible! The drive to and from locations was luxurious. It was just amazing to see all of the history surrounding us here in Rome!
Great tour
Ivy M,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Matteo is great guide. He did not rush us, gave us time to enjoy the tour and educational. Great job!
We had a great...
Sydney W,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great experience! The Crypts were amazing and very powerful to see, the catacombs were a little less impressive but still an awesome tour and experience! Matteo our guide did an amazing job!
Not worth spending all that money…. Do it yourself !
449tinad,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00To start of we were not a large group, but once we were are the crypt, the English group grew so large, it actually quadrupled in size- it should have been half that amount of people to hear the guide a little better. I felt that this tour was far too expensive. If you went to the museum it would not have been that expensive! And then picked up a guide at the crypt. And why were we left in the middle of nowhere- we should have been dropped off, where we were picked up! We were told that the drop off was a different area- but why so far out? The guide was very good with the commentery.
Catacombs Tour and Rome Food Tour
rheafaye15,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ilaria the guide was excellent! She was so enthusiastic, informative and engaging throughout the tour. She gave us some great recommendations of local restaurants and was very knowledgeable about Roman history. We were very impressed with her and even signed up for the Food tour by the Tour guy company which she was hosting. Overall amazing and highly recommend this tour! It is certainly worth every second!!
Very knowledgeable!
F4625IKchrism,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Australian (I can’t remember her name) but she was really amazing and knowledgeable. You listen to an audio tour at the crypts and and they have an archaeologist that gives the tour at the catacombs. The tour guide fills in all the rest along the way and can answer questions you have. She also arranged all the transport to and from each place. Driving in Rome is not for the faint of heart so we were very happy to have this done for us. She also gave great recommendations for dinner in the different neighborhoods after. I would 10/10 recommended. It was all very interesting and everyone was very knowledgeable and nice.
Catacombs
352codyr,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was amazing and the tour was perfectly timed. Was very laid back and go at your own pace. The transportation was nice as well
Special excursion! you must have seen when you are in Rome
Anna T,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very special excursion, you must have seen when visiting Rome. Definitely worth it. Was small group, were transported in two large SUV cars, friendly guides.
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