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Embark on a unique walking tour of the most authentic neighbourhood in Rome and be surprised by its lesser-known underground gems. Visit the hidden sights below two unnoticed churches and be transported by the mystical atmosphere and ancient frescoes.
PLEASE NOTE: The underground area of the Basilica di San Crisogono is open Monday to Friday only from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM (they are open all day on Saturday and Sunday). As a result, the undergrounds cannot be visited during the morning tours from Monday to Friday. However, the duration of the tour will remain unchanged, as your guide will point out other monuments instead.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide by the statue at Piazza Belli. Look for a yellow label with TOURIKS written on it. Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the starting time.
From here, you can immerse into the authentic life of the district, its wineries, and traditional food tavernas, which Trastevere is very famous for.
Itinerary
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1
Meet by the Tiber river and get ready to chart a fascinating course through the centuries as you walk the picturesque streets of Trastevere and visit hidden sights unlikely to be noticed on your own.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Discover the medieval Basilica of Saint Crisogono and be surprised by the captivating beauty behind its outside ordinary appearance. Marvel at the apse made by Bernini and the geometric Cosmatesque pavements. Go below the surface and find yourself in 4th-century Rome. Perceive the mystical atmosphere of the ancient underground basilica and walk along its walls, original frescoes, and the old crypt.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
Then head towards the Church of Santa Cecilia and go under the earth into its impressive undergrounds. Walk on the original mosaic-flooring of the 3rd-century Roman House of the martyr and be amazed by the preserved look of the subterranean earlier basilica. Be fascinated by the legend of St. Cecilia’s life and her macabre death, and see the beautiful Roman mosaics all around her tomb. Visit the Cavallini room and marvel at his Last Judgement masterpiece (only with the morning option of the tour).
35 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
Stroll around the cobbled streets of Trastevere with your guide and immerse into its distinctive and lively spirit.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
End your tour at the heart of the neighbourhood in front of the stunning golden mosaics of Santa Maria in Trastevere, one of the oldest churches of Rome. From here, immerse on your own into the authentic life of the district, its wineries, and traditional food tavernas, which Trastevere is famous for.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Some sections might not be accessible during bad weather conditions
- An appropriate dress-code is required in order to enter the churches: knees and shoulders should be covered
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Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Some sections might not be accessible during bad weather conditions
- An appropriate dress-code is required in order to enter the churches: knees and shoulders should be covered
- Wear comfortable walking shoes: a moderate amount of walking is involved
- Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes before the activity starts
- PLEASE NOTE: The underground area of the Basilica di San Crisogono is open Monday to Friday only from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM (they are open all day on Saturday and Sunday). As a result, the undergrounds cannot be visited during the morning tours from Monday to Friday. However, the duration of the tour will remain unchanged, as your guide will point out other monuments instead
- Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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