Roman Catacombs Walking Tour
Explore some of the rarest places to visit in Rome - the Catacombs and Roman countryside. This combination bus and walking tour takes you beyond the city walls and back in time to Ancient Rome. This Rome sightseeing tour begins with a comfortable bus ride to the Roman countryside. Starting with the famous Catacombs of San Callisto and continuing on to Circus of Maxentius with an external visit to the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella. This beautiful day trip in Rome ends with a visit to the incredible Appian Way and Claudian Aqueduct. Truly unique destinations and a must-see on your Rome itinerary.
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09:45am Tour in English
Catacombs tour starting at 09:45am with English-speaking guide
What's included in Roman Catacombs Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Catacombs of Saint Callixtus
The sightseeing tour begins with a comfortable bus ride to the Roman countryside. Here you will discover the beauty that lies outside of Rome, starting with the infamous Catacombs of San Callisto- among the largest and most important in Italy. This underground cemetery and the burial site of 500,000 Christians and dozens of martyrs and popes is divided into two areas – the crypt of St. Cecilia and the Crypt of the Popes.
Circus of MaxentiusPass-by Only
We continue by bus through the Roman countryside to the next destination – Circus of Maxentius. Although not as renown as Circus Maximus, this well-preserved structure can be found in the lush Caffarella Park.
Mausoleo di Cecilia Metella e Castrum Caetani - Parco Archeologico dell'Appia Antica
Next stop on this undiscovered Rome itinerary is an external visit to the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella. Located at the top of a hill along Via Appia, this monumental tomb was built to honor the Roman noblewoman during the 1st century B.C.
Inclusions
- Expert Guide
- Transfer from and to Rome
- Internal visit of the Mausoleo di Cecilia Metella
- Pick up and drop off
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note, this tour is mostly underground in very narrow spaces, which may be an issue if you or anyone in your party suffers from claustrophobia.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The meeting point is at the bus stop at Via Cavour 224. The nearest metro station is Cavour (line B). Please remember to show up 25 minutes before the tour departure time.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Catacomb tour is not recommended if you suffer from severe claustrophobia. The taking of photographs is not permitted in the Catacombs. Proper dress is required to enter places of worship: no shorts or sleeveless tops allowed for either men or women. For ladies, shoulders must be covered and skirts or trousers must be below knee-level. Please be at the meeting point al least 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
