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 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.
What‘s Included
Transfers in an private air-conditioned coach
Entrance ticket to the Capuchin Crypt and Museum
English-speaking guide
Rome Catacombs Entrance Ticket
Entrance ticket to the Basilica of San Martino ai Monti [Not in the After Hour Option]
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Group Tour
Group Tour: with an expert English-speaking guide, up to 25 guests. Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
After-Hours Tour – 2h30
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Exclusive Evening Tour Option: Choose this option for an exclusive tour at 5pm, after the public has left the Catacombs of Rome
Private Tour
Private Tour: Choose this option for an Intimate tour with your small group, up to 7 people Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes Hotel Pick-upl : This option provides the comfort and convenience of personalised hotel pickup
Reviews
5,062 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The three sites were all...
Ian S,May 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The three sites were all very interesting, but Alexandra, our guide, prided a wonderful commentary throughout the tour, which made it very special.
Great tour
MedaOuk,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Pre-tour communication was great. Tour guide communication was fantastic. The tour was fun and guide was knowledgeable. I recommend this fun tour of parts of Rome that you may not have expected.
The original Crypts and catacombs and Rome underground. Our guide Alessandro was phenomenal and the experience was unbel
Kathleen H,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alessandra was a wealth of knowledge in the experience itself was phenomenal
Got to see a small museum...
Andrew M,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Got to see a small museum and learn a bit from an audio guide, then got driven to the catacombs. The tour guide at the catacombs was excellent and very informative. We really liked that part of the tour the most. Meet up and drop off was seamless!
Not worth it, tbh
Ciara C,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00I would not say that there's any benefit to the after hours booking, as there's no major difference in what you are offered or the number of people present. My tour guide was nice, but you're really just getting the transport between two locations from her with a little bit of commentary. In the Crypt of the Capuchins, you go in on your own and listen to an audio tour. In the Catacombs of Priscilla, you get a Vatican tour guide since they own these Christian burial sites. If you're comfortable getting around on your own, it's cheaper and just as good to do these two sites on your own.
Fede (x) is the best!!!!
albertoeT4736KG,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fede (x) was an amazing guide! She was very thorough and made sure she could pack as much as possible in the short time we had. When asked questions regarding certain areas, she was quick with a knowledgeable response that satiated our curiosity. If we are ever back for these tours, we will be asking for her specifically when possible!!! Thank you Fede and we truly appreciate your attention to detail and superb time management.
Highly recommend
lisaxn23,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour of the capuchin crypts, catacombs and more. Our tour guide Federica was absolutely awesome !! We learned so much. Highly recommend to all.
Great Tour Guide!
MaureenDelia C,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tour guide waa excellent. Tour was very interesting. Price was appropriate. Length of the experience was appropriate.
Maryam was great. She was...
Marisa M,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Maryam was great. She was very knowledgeable and personable during the whole tour. She made learning the history part fun. She was very thorough and patient.
Well worth doing, very...
Gerry M,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Well worth doing, very interesting look at pagan and early Christian burials and made even more interesting by our guide Emiliano who was very witty and knowledgeable
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