Rome Catacombs & Capuchin Crypts VIP Group Tour with Transfers
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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. Your final stop will be Santa Maria in Cosmedin Church, home to Rome's legendary Bocca della Verità (Mouth of Truth), where you can test your courage and encounter the city's fascinating past firsthand. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable experience!
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.
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‘s Included
Round-trip air-conditioned transportation to/from the catacombs
Skip the line access and Guided Tour of the Rome Catacombs
Admission to the Capuchin Crypts and Museum
English-speaking expert guide
Admire the Ancient Via Appia Antica & Aurelian Wall
Defy the famous Mouth of Truth and visit the Santa Maria in Cosmedin Church
Hotel pick up / drop off
Food & beverages
Gratuities (optional)
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.
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Reviews
573 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Unforgettable
Leanne S,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our Rome Catacombs & Capuchin Crypts VIP Group Tour was truly humbling and unforgettable. The experience offered a profound glimpse into history, faith, and human devotion. Our guide was knowledgeable and respectful, sharing fascinating insights that added great depth to the tour. It was both educational and deeply moving — an experience that leaves a lasting impression.
Very good...
Inaki G,
Oct 4, 2025
- Viator
4.00Very good. The guide was excellent. I didn't like the Capuchin monks. The one with the catacombs is. Okay.
Interesting tour. Enough...
Frederick K,
Oct 3, 2025
- Viator
4.00Interesting tour. Enough time for church tour. Guide at cemetery was difficult to understand, though she spoke English.
Amazing informative tour!
Brittni H,
Oct 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour very informative - not a whole lot of walking. Vans from each location included city information - Davide was friendly, funny and engaging. Highly recommend.
Interesting with a touch of weird.
Nick S,
Oct 2, 2025
- Viator
4.00The organisation was good throughout, with our guide explaining the arrangements clearly. It was a short walk to the Capuchin crypts. The tour was self-guided but there was plenty of information in the introductory section. That is when it got weird, with artistic displays of bones with the odd dead monk keeping an eye on you… or rather not. Minibuses were waiting to take us to the next part of the tour. The Roman Catacombs were a little drive away. We were given an introductory talk before being taken underground to see and learn about the catacombs and their history. At the end of the tour we were drinking back and dropped off in the centre of Rome.
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