Rome Tour of Basilica San Clemente Excavation & Tiber River Boat
Explore the layers of history at the Basilica of San Clemente, where you'll uncover a time capsule of ancient Rome through its 1st-century Roman house, 4th-century basilica, and a hidden underground realm featuring an ancient temple. The audio guide enhances your journey, revealing the fascinating stories embedded in medieval frescoes, mosaics, and relics. In addition, enjoy a 24-hour hop-on hop-off riverboat ticket, allowing you to experience Rome from the tranquil Tiber River. Admire iconic landmarks like Castel Sant'Angelo, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the charming streets of Trastevere as you cruise at your leisure.
- Discover the Basilica of San Clemente's rich historical layers with an audio guide
- Enjoy a 24-hour hop-on hop-off riverboat ticket for scenic views along the Tiber
- Visit landmarks like Castel Sant'Angelo, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Jewish Ghetto
- Explore at your own pace with multiple boarding piers near major attractions
Options
EXACAVATIONS TOUR ONLY
RIVER BOAT NOT INCLUDED: From November 2nd to March 30th, the riverboat service is not operational, so the riverboat ticket is not included with this
RIVER BOAT NOT INCLUDED
What's included in Rome Tour of Basilica San Clemente Excavation & Tiber River Boat
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Basilica of San Clemente
The Basilica of San Clemente in Rome offers a fascinating journey through history. The 12th-century upper basilica is adorned with a stunning apse mosaic and Cosmatesque marble inlays. Beneath it lies a 4th-century Christian church, built on a Roman nobleman's house, with medieval frescoes depicting scenes from the life of St. Clement. Further below, a 1st-century Mithraeum, an underground temple dedicated to the god Mithras, reveals ancient Roman religious practices, along with the remains of Roman warehouses and residential buildings. The basilica showcases Rome’s evolution from paganism to Christianity in a single, extraordinary site.
St. Peter's Basilica
The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter in the Vatican City or simply Saint Peter's Basilica, is a church of the Italian High Renaissance located in Vatican City, an independent microstate enclaved within the city of Rome, Italy.
Castel Sant'Angelo
The Mausoleum of Hadrian, more often known as Castel Sant'Angelo is a towering rotunda in Parco Adriano, Rome, Italy. It was initially commissioned by the Roman Emperor Hadrian as a mausoleum for himself and his family. The popes later used the building as a fortress and castle, and it is now a museum. The structure was once the tallest building in Rome.
Inclusions
- Audio guide app San clemente with 22 listening points to explore the site in depth
- Visit of the Third Level - Archaeological Excavations
- Visit of the Upper Basilica of San Clemente (12th century)
- Audio guide San Clemente app available in: English - Spanish - French - German - Italian
- 24-hour hop-on hop-off boat ticket, valid from first use
- Visit of the First Basilica level (4th century)
- ENTRY TO THE BASILICA + TICKET TO THE EXCAVATIONS
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Transfers
- Tour guide or AudioGuide on the River Boat
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The San Clemente AudioGuidedTour is Offered in the following languages: English, French, Italian, Spanish and German
- The booked time refers to the start of the San Clemente Audio GuidedTour , NOT the beginning of the cruise on the Tiber River.
- You will not be entitled to a refund if you are a no-show or have a delay of more than 20 minutes compared to the booked time.
- If San Clemente Basilica is closed for unpredictable or religious events, one or both visits can be rescheduled.
- In the event of adverse weather or other events that prevent navigation on the Tiber River, a partial refund of the cruise ticket only, in the amount of 16 euros, will be considered.
- Please carefully read the instructions written on the voucher that you will receive upon confirmation.
- The River Cruise Hop on Hop Off ticket is valid 24 hours from the first embarkation (Hop on, Hop Off). Cruises run every day between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
- Starting time of san Clemente Basilica auidoguided Tour may vary depending on availability and on the not predictable events.
- This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users, people with severe mobility issues or strollers.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- The boat ticket is valid 24 hours from first use. Embark before or after you visit the Catacombs; the hop-on, hop-off riverboat ticket, valid for 24 hours from first use, offers a convenient and alternative way to explore the city. Go down the stairs to reach the river, and show your voucher.
- The boat ticket is valid 24 hours from first use. Embark before or after you visit the Catacombs; the hop-on, hop-off riverboat ticket, valid for 24 hours from first use, offers a convenient and alternative way to explore the city. Go down the stairs to reach the river, and show your voucher.
- To collect your tickets and download the audioguide, come to our travel agency just a few steps from the Basilica of San Clemente.
End Points
- This tour does not have an exact ending point.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
The Time booked refers to the Basilica of San Clemente Excavations Tour ONLY! You will have to show your voucher at the Travel Agency. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour's start time. Via Labicana, 96 Dress code: To enter the basilica, shoulders and knees must be covered for both men and women. To embark show yoour reservation: The River Boat ticket is valid 24 hrs from the first embarkation. The boats run every day, every 30 minutes between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. To embark at the S. Angelo Bridge Pier. Reach Piazza di Ponte Sant'Angelo and on the bridge side of the Lungotevere road. Here, you will find access to the river level. Go down the stairs to the pier and show your voucher. 45/60 minutes of navigation to reach Isola Tiberina pier or vice versa. To embark on Tiberina Island. Reach Garibaldi's Bridge at the side of Lungotevere degliAnguillara/Trastevere. Here, you will find the excess at the river level. Go down the stairs to the pier and show your voucher. If you have any problems, do not hesitate to contact us at 0039 3280010018 Cruises run daily, from the 28th of March to the 2nd of November, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. every 30 minutes. Tickets are valid 24 hours from the first use.
