Catacombs, Appian Way and Roman Basilicas Private Tour
Following the footsteps of St. Peter to this district, home to the warm spirited catacombs and the tombs built by the most wealthy and famous families in Rome, the Appian Way, known as the Queen of Roads, is the first world’s highway. It is dated 312 BC and was the starting point for Roman traders and warriors but it was also flanked by mausoleums and the unmissable Christian Catacombs. Persecution of many Christian martyrs under pagan Emperors, whose bones, once buried underground, became objects of veneration.
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Catacombs, Appian Way and Roman Basilicas Private Tour
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What's included in Catacombs, Appian Way and Roman Basilicas Private Tour
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Catacombs of Saint Callixtus
These are the largest and busiest of Rome’s catacombs. Founded at the end of the 2nd century and named after Pope Calixtus I, they became the official cemetery of the newly established Roman Church. In the 20km of tunnels explored to date, archaeologists have found the tombs of 16 popes, dozens of martyrs and thousands upon thousands of Christians. Tours last about 45 minutes and give a good idea of the seemingly endless corridors stretching underground.
Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)
You walk along the ancient cobblestones past vast tombstones and spectacular countryside you feel as though you’ve been transported back in time.
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
The Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore is an ancient Catholic basilica that is considered to be the largest of the churches dedicated to the Virgin Mary in Rome. It is one of the city’s four major basilicas.Built on a pagan temple dedicated to the goddess Cybele, the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore was built in the mid-fourth century under the orders of Pope Liberius. According to legend, the Virgin appeared before the Pope with the instructions for building the church, and the shape of the floor was designed based on a miraculous snowfall.
Inclusions
- Entrance tickets to the Catacombs
- Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
- Professional guide inside the Catacombs and Basilicas
- Private English speaking tour escort at your disposal
- Gratuities (optional)
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when shared with 2 paying adults
- Security checks is obligatory for everyone entering the major Roman Basilicas
- DRESS CODE required for catacombs and churches: knees and shoulders MUST be covered
- According to the Vatican regulation the entrance in the catacombs is organized in groups.
- People with claustrophobia may find difficulties inside the catacombs
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Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Pick up at your accomodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up address. N.B.: If your accomodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up.
