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
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
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
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
Group Tour
Group Tour: with an expert English-speaking guide, up to 25 guests. Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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.
Reviews
5,178 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Cool
solocationer,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My guide was Alessandra and she was nice. It was hard to hear her at the 2nd stop though because there were groups on top of each other talking over each other. Overall the tour was good, but I wish you had a little more time at the Capuchin Crypts & Museum to see everything.
Great way to tour key sites
Dominique L,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Maria our guide from City Wonders was terrific. She was full of energy and very knowledgeable including able to answer questions easily.
Great for hot days
Dustin C,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Maria did a great job. Shared a ton of information and was full of energy. The bus parked about 5 blocks away up the steepest hills in town. Bring water and comfy shoes. It's nice and cool underground about 20 degrees less than outside.
Nice and cool underground
cavelife,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Maria was a great guide. She was excited to share loads of information. The bus can't park close to meeting point fountain. It was a 5 block hike up the steepest hills in town. Bring water with you. Wish there was more time to just look around. Amazing experience!
A great experience to get...
Monica D,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great experience to get out of the city and see where the ancient Romans were laid to rest. So much history. The capuchin monk crypts was fascinating. And the catacombs, wow! A lot of history and a great place to escape the heat if you’re visiting in the summer. Our tour guides did a great job explaining all the history. We did not get to visit the final stop at one of the basilicas due to the traffic getting back into the city. But that did not change our experience.
Interesting experience...
Wilhelmina T,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Interesting experience for both adults and kids. Knowledgeable and helpful tour guides. Antonio made it fun even with the hot weather!
Cool!
Eleanor L,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Not your typical sightseeing experience. We loved how friendly and knowledgeable the guides were, especially Alberto. Highly recommend, especially to escape the heat!
Escape the heat
christinabW4482LM,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cat was a fantastic guide. She was very knowledgeable about everything we saw and made the whole experience wonderful. It was a great tour to beat the summer heat!
Super fun and...
Alayna H,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Super fun and informative! A very nice and unique way to explore and learn more of the history of Rome.
Catacombs
Lynn L,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Paula was very knowledgeable and provided helpful information about Roman history throughout the tour.
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