Rome Catacombs & Capuchin Crypts Group Tour with Transfers
At a glance
Rome Catacombs & Capuchin Crypts Group Tour with Transfers is a 3h 30m guided experience in Rome, Italy, operated by The Tour Guy. Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 962 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $62.95 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Expert, English-speaking guide, Drive past the ancient Appian Way, Timed entry & audio guide tour of the Capuchin Crypts (not included on Express Tour: Catacombs Only).
Highlights
- Rated 4.6/5 by 962 travellers
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h 30m
- Group
- Small group, up to 23 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Rome keeps some of its most gripping history underground, and this tour takes you straight to it with an expert guide and round-trip transport from the city center. You start among the bone-lined chapels of the Capuchin Crypts, where the remains of generations of friars form haunting displays, then ride out along the ancient Appian Way, passing the Aurelian Walls and the Circus Maximus. Underground again, you follow dim corridors through one of Rome's early Christian catacombs, tracing frescoed chambers and tombs once reserved for martyrs and popes. Your guide fills in the stories behind each site, so you leave with a real sense of how the early Christian world took shape beneath the city. Pick the version that fits you best: join the group tour with catacombs and crypts, choose a catacombs-only express visit, go after hours when the sites are quiet, or book a private tour with hotel pickup and extra stops.
What's included
What's included
- Expert, English-speaking guide
- Drive past the ancient Appian Way
- Timed entry & audio guide tour of the Capuchin Crypts (not included on Express Tour: Catacombs Only)
- Views of the Aurelian Walls
- Private, round-trip transportation from central Rome
- Guided tour of the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, St. Sebastian, or Domitilla
Not included
- Hotel pick up / drop off
- Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 15m
Meet your guide in central Rome in front of the Fontana del Tritone. After a short introduction, your small group sets off for a day beneath the city.
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Stop 2 · 45m
Just a short walk away, descend beneath the Church of Santa Maria della Concezione into the Capuchin Crypts. With an audio guide, explore chapels lined with the bones of generations of friars and learn how these displays reflect a long monastic tradition. (Not included on the Express Tour)
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Stop 3 · 25m
Settle into a private van and ride toward the catacombs on the edge of the city. Along the way, your guide points out the ancient Appian Way, the towering Aurelian Walls, and the grassy sweep of the Circus Maximus.
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Stop 4 · 1h 15m
Head underground into one of Rome's early Christian catacombs, following narrow corridors past frescoed chambers and burial niches once reserved for martyrs and popes. Your guide traces the stories of the worshippers who gathered here in secret.
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Stop 5 · 25m
Hop in your van for a smooth ride back into central Rome. You will be conveniently dropped off at the original meeting point for the tour, making it easy to grab a bite or connect to public transportation.
Meeting point
Please Arrive 10 Minutes Early. Piazza Barberini - in front of the Fontana del Tritone. A representative will be there holding a sign with ''The Tour Guy'' on it.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Due to traffic regulations all children must be seated. Car seats available upon request. Must be requested at least 72 hours in advance.
- Depending on the opening days of the Catacombs, the Catacombs visited can vary
- Due to the religious origin of the sites visited, all participants must cover shoulders and knees, failure to comply will result in refusal of entry.
- We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Rome Catacombs & Capuchin Crypts Group Tour with Transfers take?
The experience lasts about 3h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $62.95 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Expert, English-speaking guide; Drive past the ancient Appian Way; Timed entry & audio guide tour of the Capuchin Crypts (not included on Express Tour: Catacombs Only); Views of the Aurelian Walls; Private, round-trip transportation from central Rome; Guided tour of the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, St. Sebastian, or Domitilla.
Where does it start?
Please Arrive 10 Minutes Early. Piazza Barberini - in front of the Fontana del Tritone. A representative will be there holding a sign with ''The Tour Guy'' on it.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 962 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rome.
