Escape Rome's Summer Heat Catacombs and the Path to Eternity

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 4 more

Step into Rome's sacred past and escape the summer heat on a journey through one of Christianity's most significant sites. Explore the official cemetery of the early Church, dating to the 3rd century AD under St. Callixtus and Pope Zephyrinus, resting place of countless early Christians, martyrs, and 16 popes.
Venture into ancient galleries and burial chambers beneath the Roman countryside. With an expert guide, discover original frescoes and inscriptions left by early Christians — silent testimonies to a faith that endured persecution.
Travel in a small group, away from Rome's biggest crowds. Relax in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver along the way.
Highlights:
Explore Rome's largest underground burial site
Cool escape from the summer sun
Small-group experience with an expert guide
Premium, air-conditioned transportation

Reserve your spot for a journey through faith, history, and mystery.

What's Included

Entrance fees for Roman Catacombs
Round trip transportation from the meeting place to catacombs and return
Local host to assist you
Tips

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Via dei Fori Imperiali, 1

In front of the Basilica of Santi Cosma and Damiano, located on via dei Fori Imperiali 1 Please meet your local host at the meeting point, wearing a branded T-shirt

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
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    Catacombe di San Callisto

    Escape the Roman heat and journey underground into the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, the largest Christian burial site in Rome, spanning over 20 kilometers of tunnels and resting place to 16 popes, dozens of martyrs, and half a million early Christians.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Prime Tours and Travel

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