The Original Roman Crypts and Catacombs Tour with Transfers
Overview
Available languages
3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Descend into the chill of Rome’s mysterious underworld with Skip-the-Line access to three of the city’s strangest discoveries. Unmask a new side to the Eternal City as you explore the eerie Bone Chapel, adorned with the bones of 4,000 Capuchin monks, and the Christian Catacombs, a series of hidden tunnels where early Christian’s practiced their forbidden faith. Then travel beneath Basilica of San Martino ai Monti, a hidden gem tucked away in the city’s historic core.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A dress code is required for entry into some of the sites on this tour. Knees and shoulders must be covered
No photos can be taken inside the venue during the tour
This activity is not suitable for people who suffer from claustrophobia
Some of the venues may slightly reduce the length of visit in period of high demand.
If you select the "After Hours" Option, starting at 5pm, you tour will last 2.5 hours and will end at Piazza della Repubblica
Please note, on Sundays the Church visits is not guaranteed due to liturgical activities.
Not recommended for those who are effected by claustrophobia
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Transfers in an private air-conditioned coach
Entrance ticket to the Capuchin Crypt and Museum
Rome Catacombs Entrance Ticket
English or Spanish-speaking guide (depending on option selected)
Entrance ticket to the Basilica of San Martino ai Monti [Not in the After Hour Option]
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
Museum and Crypt of Capuchins Friars
Your first destination is the Capuchin Crypt. Capuchin monks used the bones of nearly 4,000 of their brothers to decorate this somber space in intricate floor-to-ceiling designs, lending it the macabre nickname of ‘the Bone Chapel’. Here you will be free to explore hearing all the interesting details and the reasons behind such an unusual practice with your audio guide. Open your eyes to the city’s hidden side – and you’ll never see Rome the same way again.
Catacombe Di Domitilla
Your expert historian guide will explain how this network of sacred tunnels is associated with the first Christians in ancient Rome. You’ll descend into the labyrinthian corridors carved into the soft volcanic rock and discover the frescoes, strange iconography and burial places which doubled as places of worship when the Christians were persecuted.
Options
Guided Tour in English
Guided Tour in Spanish
After-Hours Tour – 2h30
Exclusive Evening Tour Option: Choose this option for an exclusive tour at 5pm, after the public has left the Catacombs of Rome
Reviews
4,840 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
For me, the Catacombs...
Andrew C,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00For me, the Catacombs were a must see. Our guides, Emiliano and Andrea were both knowledgeable and entertaining and made this experience well worth it.
City Wonders Tours is a great company - would highly recommend them for all tours
dawnmP948NU,
Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My son took this tour and had a great time - he came back loaded with information from his tour. The guide was fantastic and my son was excited to tell me everything he had learned. Even during the drive from one place to another the guide was giving out information. This was the second tour we booked with City Wonders and they were absolutely great to work with - would highly recommend.
Now I understand the 'Lasagne' aspect of Rome!
Terrell S,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was fantastic. Megan was a wonderful guide who clearly loves and appreciates the city of Rome. She was a wealth of information and kept our tour interesting and engaging. The lines in many of these places, even in November, were long so we particularly appreciated the reserved time slots that kept us moving at a good pace.
It's a must see
638iuliaf,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cat was very welcoming and very knowledgeable. We felt great exploring the catacombs, the church and learning about the capucins. Definitely recommend!
Catacombs Tour
Caitlin M,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Had already done all the major sites Colosseum, Vatican City and the four major Basilicas, Pantheon, etc. Still had time in Rome so booked this tour for something different. So glad I did it was very interesting and took me to places I wouldn't have otherwise gone to or known about.
Great tour
I6067SFlisac,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Liviana was amazing, so much great and interesting information was given to us. I had never done a tour with this company before but we already booked another for tomorrow, they were fantastic.
Great tour with a very...
Jason G,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour with a very knowledgeable guide. The experience was smooth, learned a bunch about the crypto. A very unique experience!
Great guide
Joseph S,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome experience. Our tour guide “Ali” was amazing from start to finish. I learned a lot on this tour.
Not your typical tour
Craig W,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Meagan was our guide - so informative and friendly! Loved touring the catacombs especially! Would definitely recommend this not -your -typical - tour!
Cool tour
RoseLeah L,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a really good tour. Emilio is an awesome tour guide. He’s very nice & knowledgeable & funny. Highly recommend
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