Tour in Rome

Tour guide speaking to visitors inside ancient stone catacombs with dim lighting
4.3(1,657)
From ~$51
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45 minutes
Food & Wine
Rome

Catacombs of St. Callixtus Tickets with Guided Tour

At a Glance

Type
Food & Wine
Duration
45 minutes
Rating
4.3/5 (1657)
Price
From ~$51/person
Meeting Point
Catacombe di San Callisto, Via Appi...
Cancellation
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Highlights

  • Skip the lines and walk straight into one of Rome’s most sacred underground sites with a licensed guide.
  • Tour the final resting place of early Christian martyrs and popes as you explore 3rd-century tunnels and crypts in a language of your choosing.
  • Hear the meaning behind ancient symbols etched into the walls, and the stories of the people buried here.
  • A small-group format and five language options make this an intimate, accessible experience for all travelers.
  • Did you know? Over half a million early Christians were buried here, including 16 popes.
  • Upgrade to get transfers to and from the catacombs to bypass the hassle of navigating public transport in Rome.

Tour Details

Descend into Rome’s Catacombs of St. Callixtus on a 40-minute guided tour seeing early Christian history underground. Getting started Arrive at the Catacombs of St. Callixtus entrance located on the Appian Way and present your smartphone voucher at the ticket office.

You’ll be directed to your guide, who will provide a brief introduction before leading your group into the catacombs. What to expect Catacombs of St. Callixtus Recognized as one of Rome’s most significant ancient burial sites, St. Callixtus is the largest of the Roman catacombs and dates back to the 3rd century.

It served as the final resting place for many early popes and Christian martyrs. These extensive underground tunnels hold the remains of around half a million Christians, offering a unique window into the city’s religious past. Features Ancient burial chambers: Walk through labyrinthine corridors lined with crypts, where early Christians and popes were entombed, highlighting the site’s spiritual and historical importance. Early Christian symbols: See mysterious symbols and inscriptions carved into the stone, each revealing stories of faith and resilience from centuries past.

Expert guided insights: Your guide shares context on the catacombs’ role in Rome’s religious timeline, making complex history accessible and engaging for all visitors. Add-on: get transfers from the city centre to these catacombs and back, so you don't need to waste time figuring out bus lines and interchanges.

What's Included

  • Guided tour of Callixtus Catacombs with skip-the-line entry
  • Expert English, Italian, German, or Spanish-speaking guide
  • Round-trip transfers to the Catacombs (as per option selected)

Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • Food & beverages

Is This Tour Worth It?

This food & wine activity is well-reviewed at 4.3/5 across 1657 reviews, running 45 minutes from ~$51 per person.

Best For

FamiliesFood & drink lovers
Less ideal for: Wheelchair users

Pros

  • +Strong rating: 4.3/5
  • +3 items included
  • +Well-reviewed: 1657 ratings
  • +Booked through Headout

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