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Appian Way & Catacombs, Italy
Catacombs of Rome Underground Tour
Beneath the Appian Way lie miles of tunnels where Rome’s early Christians and Jews buried their dead. Visiting them is a moving and atmospheric complement to the monuments above ground.
On this guided visit you walk through narrow corridors lined with burial niches, learn how the catacombs were dug into the soft volcanic rock, and see chapels with frescoes and early symbols. Your guide explains the beliefs and customs behind them and the myths that have grown up, such as the idea that Christians lived underground.
The temperature underground is cool all year, so bring a light layer. The floor is uneven and there are stairs. Because the catacombs close on different days, we arrange the visit to the one that is open on your date. Check current details when you enquire.
What you get
- Underground burial galleries
- Early Christian frescoes and symbols
- Small guided group
- Cool escape from summer heat
- Context for the Appian Way
The tour, hour by hour
- 10:00Meet
Meeting at the catacomb entrance
- 10:15Descend
Enter the galleries with your guide
- 11:15Chapels and frescoes
Early Christian art and symbols
- 12:00Finish
Return to the surface
Included
- Guided catacomb visit
- Entry ticket
- Headsets
Not included
- Transport
- Food and drinks
- Tips
Meeting point and getting there
Meet at the entrance of the catacomb site on Via Appia Antica. Exact point confirmed after booking.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start. Check your confirmation for current terms.
Questions people ask
Is it claustrophobic?
The passages are narrow and low in places. Let us know if you are uneasy.
Can I take photographs?
Photography is generally not allowed.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes for older children, but there are stairs and a cool temperature.
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Why we list this tour
What the listing data tells us, and what to weigh up.
A 2.5-hour guided visit to a catacomb site on the Via Appia Antica, with early Christian frescoes and symbols and headsets. Entry is included and hotel pickup is listed. Free cancellation applies up to 24 hours before.
Best for: Couples and history fans who want a cooler, quieter side of Rome.
Catalogue score 73/100. How scores work
- Entry ticket and guide included
- Cool underground, a break from summer heat
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Underground passages can mean steps and uneven floors
- Transport and food not included
- Visits are guided, so there is no wandering alone
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