Small-Group Tour Crypts the Bone Chapel and Catacombs
Rome, Italy
3 hours 15 minutes (Approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Peel back the layers of Roman history—quite literally—with a thrilling exploration of its underground tombs and chapels. Visit Roman Catacombs, home to stunning frescoes and thousands of centuries-old bones. Learn about early Christianity from your guide while meandering the endless darkened tunnels. Next up is the Capuchin Crypt, where you find the artistically displayed bones of 4,000 Capuchin monks.
- Delve into Roman history as well as its vast underground while an expert guide shares stories of its ancient and religious past
- Marvel at Capuchin Crypt's incredibly artistic bone displays and explore its individual rooms, such as The Crypt of the Skulls and The Crypt of the Pelvises
- Learn about the Mythraic, a secret religion whose mysteries remain largely untangled
- Enjoy the personalized attention that comes with attending a small-group tour
What's Included
Transport between sites in an air-conditioned bus
Expert English-speaking tour guide
Admission to all sites
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Itinerary
The tour starts in one of the city’s most interesting catacombs. The catacomb contains miles of creepy tunnels and the world’s oldest collection of bones. Your expert, guide, hand-picked for knowledge of the catacombs, will lead your small group of 18 people or fewer through these wonderfully historic and atmospheric tunnels, while telling you the story of early Christianity. Large groups simply can’t fit into these areas, so take advantage of this truly unique access.
Duration: 40 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
Next, you’ll head to one of the most singular and spine-tingling sights in Rome, the Capuchin bone crypt. The cemetery festooned with the bones and remains of some 4,000 Capuchin friars is a jaw-dropping display of life and death. Although it might appear macabre, you’ll learn why the monks actually consider the display life-affirming.
Duration: 45 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
Before our final stop off for the day, we’ll drive the Appian Way and hop out to enjoy a short walk to see the Tomb of Cecilia Metella. Along Via Appia, your expert guide will explain the historical significance of the fascinating area. To finish out the day in style we’ll visit perhaps one of the most spectacular sites in all of Rome - the Roman Aqueducts, where you’ll be given time to enjoy and understand this monumental landmark from a stunning vantage point.
Duration: 50 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour
- Photography is not allowed in the sites visited on this tour, due to their religious nature
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.
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