Rome: Discovering The Underground Basilicas, Half Day Privatetour

Rome
Tour Rating 5.0
Overview

Half-day walking tour of Christian Rome to discover the underground treasures of some of the most sensational churches. The tour begins in the Lateran area, whose name derives from the family that owned the territory where the first Popes resided before going to Avignon in France and then returning to Rome in the Vatican area. Visit to the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano, the oldest of the four Papal Basilicas, considered "The Church of Rome", the mother of all churches. The tour continues with a visit to the Basilica of San Clemente, the only church in Rome to be built on 3 different levels, from the 1st to the 12th century and you can explore the underground floors, including the 1st century Mithras Altar. Continue towards the Church of Santi Quattro Coronati, dedicated to four anonymous saints and martyrs. The visit ends with the Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli renowned for the statue of Moses that Michelangelo created in 1545 for the tomb of Pope Julius II.

  • 3 hours Professional guide
  • Ticket skip the line Basilica San Clemente
  • Emergency number also operational via whatsapp
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with two paying adults
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Please note: shorts, miniskirts and uncovered shoulders are not allowed in the basilicas
  • Comfortable shoes are recommended
  • A minimum of two people per booking is required
  • Provide the Correct address of your accommodation , hotel, B&B
  • Provide the correct phone number with international country code
  • One day before please call to confirm the pick up
  • check that you provide all the details to the agency
  • Without this information we can not guarantee the correct service
  • Time for pick up at the hotel must be confirmed the day before between 10.00 am and 6.00 pm on the emergency phone or whatsapp
  • Entry to the basilicas requires appropriate clothing: shorts, miniskirts and bare shoulders are not permitted.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews for Rome: Discovering The Underground Basilicas, Half Day Privatetour
We had a very nice tour...
pieter_v
We had a very nice tour with Fabio. Interesting tour to take to see more than the common highlights.
Wonderful guide! We learned a lot of interesting details about the history of Christianity in Rome
NADIA_P
Very knowledgeable guide. We learned a lot about the history of Christianity in Rome, and saw some wonderful churches we would have never discovered on our own.
Churches of the Past
Gilbert M
This tour was one of the best we have taken while visiting Rome. Our guide, Lucy, presented an amazing journey to discover churches from various periods and why they were so important. She is extremely knowledgeable and answered our questions with patience. Her love of the city shows in her presentations and her wish to share that knowledge with the visitors. We discovered the wonders of Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano and moved on to several smaller churches, perhaps not as well known to the visitor but amazing to see. One of these churches being Basilica of St. Clement. The archaeological excavations at this location were breathtaking. Experiencing the underground segments really brought home the age of the structures. Lastly, seeing Michelangelo's Moses at the church San Pietro in Vincoli (Saint Peter in Chains) literally took our breath away. A most enjoyable adventure!!!
Great tour
edwinbO7152SD
Really nice tour with Lucilla, who did a great job. We were with only the two of us and Lucilla took all the time with great stories and backgrounds. This is not the ordinary tour through Rome and that is exactly what we looked for. Great experience. Thank you Lucilla!
Lo mejor del Vaticano
Alvaro J. R
Excelente tour, muy profesional y economico, lleno de mucha informacion y con espacio para hacer fotografias, el gui muy profesional.

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