Chapel of Bones and Catacombs of Rome

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4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 3 more

Listen to the history of the catacombs: from their origin to their decline, and their rediscovery in the modern era. You will also learn how they were dug and administrated.

Going down, you will enter the crypt of the Popes of the 3rd century, where 5 of the 9 tombstones of the bishops of Rome who were buried here are still preserved. You will then admire a wonderful slab of marble where some famous verses of Pope Damasus were engraved.

Next, cross a narrow arch and enter the crypt where St. Cecilia, the patron saint of music was initially buried.

What's Included

Entrance fee
Transportation
Live guide
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We pick up all tourists at the entrance of the Palazzo Manfredi hotel

End point
Piazza Barberini

The tour ends at the hotel Barberini close to the Termini station (main station in Rome) and the Barberini Stop of the subway

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Catacombe di San Callisto

    The catacombs of St. Callixtus are among the greatest and most important of Rome. They originated about the middle of the second century and are part of a cemeterial complex that occupies an area of 90 acres, with a network of galleries about 12 miles long, in four levels, more than twenty meters deep. In it were buried tens of martyrs, 16 popes, and many Christians.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Museum and Crypt of Capuchins Friars

    In the second part of the tour, your driver will provide you with skip-the-line access with an audio guide to visit one of Rome's most macabre sites, the Crypt of Bones.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Italian Holidays

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Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Luxury Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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