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. 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
540 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Short but interesting tour
Jenny B,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the catacombs. The history was astounding, and we had a very well educated tour guide. I would definitely recommend!
Unique experience
Yvonne H,
Aug 27, 2025
- Viator
4.00The tour was great, lots of historic and interesting information about the catacombs and crypt. The crypt tour is really a self-paced tour through the museum and then into the crypts. i think this is something you could do on your own with the headsets they provided. we all got in vans to travel to the catacombs. the tour guide provided some information on the ride but because we were split into 3 vans her voice cut out at times when cars were separated. the catacomb tour was a tour-guided experience and the tour guide was very knowledgeable. that guide helped us understand the significance of the catacombs and that time period of Roman history. highly recommend a guided tour of catacombs. overall a very good experience.
Do it yourself
Hammad Q,
Aug 27, 2025
- Viator
1.00Feel free to do this on your own without the guide. Catacombs have their own guided tour and the crypt have their own audio tour. The tour also skipped on the truth fountain which was includes in the itinerary . We saw another group going there even after the church was closed . Don't know what company they belonged to .
Entertained USA Family
Shannon D,
Aug 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Monika was the best tour guide we have had in Rome. She was entertaining, thorough and her English was perfect! She taught us a lot and carried in depth conversations with our teenagers! All three of my teens felt comfortable to ask more questions!
Great tour
Leanne T,
Aug 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00Both catacombs were totally different but unique in their own way. The 1st catacomb has a wonderful museum with a painting from caggivagio( sorry if spelt wrong). The 2nd crypt was Underground and had tons of unique features. Our guide Fredirica was wonderful, imparting her knowledge to us.
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