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
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
Options
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 in English
Private Tour in English: 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
Guided Tour in Spanish
Guided Tour in English
Reviews
4,963 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience,...
Jeannine D,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience, extremely enjoyed all three locations. Definitely recommend this experience to all!
Dark Rome
Eric P,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Andres was great, wonderfull tour, had a good time, must see, need to post 100 characters it's a struggle
Great Tour
Robert P,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Informative tour with fun and interesting facts. Great job by Allan explaining the experience to the group.
Good tour. I think the...
Todd R,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Good tour. I think the 5pm tour should be cheaper than the other day tours since you only see 2 out of the 3 sites.
Great trip lots to see and learn about Ancient Rome
Margaret K,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A long trip but lots to learn and see well worth the effort the guide Alan was excellent and very knowledgeable he took time to answer any questions and made it a very enjoyable experience. You do get dropped off away from the start point and it was a 15 minute walk to find the A metro line make sure you have Google maps on your phone
Bones!
Gail S,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Fascinating tour of the catacombs and crypts. Also, the sacred basilica of SS. Silvestro e Martino. Nice bus ride outside the walls of Rome.
Roman crypts and catacombs
Muhammad Z,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was friendly and helpful. He was very knowledgeable. The whole tour was knitted together very well.
Roman crypts and catacombs
Muhammad Z,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was friendly and helpful. He was very knowledgeable. The whole tour was knitted together very well.
Great tour!
robertpB8650NQ,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience with Allan!! Very knowledgeable and presented facts in a fun way.
Interesting Tour
kelly s,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very interesting tour. Alain made the tour very interesting with his knowledge and had a great way of delivering information. I recommend this tour.
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