The Original Roman Crypts and Catacombs Tour with Transfers

Overview

Available languages

English

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

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.

45 minutes • Admission Included

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.

1 hour • Admission Included

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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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

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Fantastic Catacombs tour with City Wonders
SharonO3,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Would totally recommend this tour of the Roman Catacombs and City Wonders. Our fantastic tour guide, Emiliano, was very interesting and knowledgeable along with having a great sense of humour. He made the whole experience extra special. Thank you!!
Great tour with a lot of knowledge
Cara L,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a great tour. The tour guide was amazing and very knowledgeable. Great tour. The catacombs were the best part. The church of bones was very creative and creepy at the same time. Overall great tour guide took 3 1/2 hours so prepare time.
Excellent tour
L4530LLwendyr,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Paula, our guide was very knowledgeable and interesting. All 3 stops crypts, catacombs and private house/church were definitely worth the trip.
Extremely fun and...
Adam B,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Extremely fun and informative! Efficient as well. No wasted time! Our guide, Federica, was amazing!!
So interesting!
Lorita Y,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Alaine was a great guide for our tours of the crypts and catacombs. We learned so much and he was really funny.
Emiliano=Amazing
mykelg2015,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My guide was amazing Emiliano was too notch! Knowledgeable, and passionate about history. You can tell this is not a job for him, but a craft. Deserves a raise! I will suggest city Wonders to friends and family.
A very “cool” tour
Lalania C,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Ion was an excellent and knowledgeable guide. My family very much enjoyed this tour where we got to see crypts, catacombs, and even tour a basilica. This was a good value for the money. Added bonus for this tour was the reprieve from the heat. The catacombs were delightfully cool, the bus was air conditioned, and the crypts were comfortable
A very “cool” tour
Lcorces,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ion was an excellent and knowledgeable guide. My family very much enjoyed this tour where we got to see crypts, catacombs, and even tour a basilica. This was a good value for the money. Added bonus for this tour was the reprieve from the heat. The catacombs were delightfully cool, the bus was air conditioned, and the crypts were comfortable.
Fantastic tour - a must see!
Joanne R,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We did 3 tours and this was by far the best one! Well worth the money and tour guides were excellent. Extremely memorable!
Great tour. Great guide!
Albert S,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very interesting tour of both a crypt and catacombs. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and courteous. The included air conditioned bus transfer was a nice break during the hot day!