Ancient Rome in a Day: Catacombs and Colosseum Tour – Rome, Italy

EXPERIENCE:

Accompany your guide to the Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini Church and descend into the famous Capuchin Crypts. A hideout for the early Christians, the crypt houses the remains of 3,700 Capuchin monks whose bones line the walls in elaborate patterns built to represent Christian symbols. Then walk the same road the Roman armies took on their way to distant conquests millennia ago. One of the original seven roads into Rome, the Appian Way went from all the way to Brindisi in modern day Puglia.

Make a quick stop to admire the Aurelian Walls from your air-conditioned vehicle before heading to the the oldest network of catacombs in Rome, the Catacombs of Domitilla. Located 50 feet below ground, this nearly 10-mile long maze of tunnels served as the burial grounds for early Christians who did not allow for the cremation of bodies.

Head back into the city for a not-to-be-missed stop at the Colosseum with exclusive skip the line access. Enjoy the ultimate VIP experience by entering through the back entrance known as the Gate of Death. Step out on to the reconstructed Arena Floor, the area where battles between gladiators were fought (not accessible to the general public). The tour continues to the first and second tiers of the Colosseum where the richest of Romans sat. The “best seats in the house” are located in the same area as modern stadiums today.

Your last stop will be the Roman Forum, the downtown heart of ancient Rome. Check out the ancient Senate building, temples to Roman gods, and multiple grand arches.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Immerse yourself in the macabre side of Ancient Rome with visits to crypts and catacombs
Travel in the footsteps of ancient Roman soldiers
Enjoy skip-the-line-access to the catacombs and the Colosseum

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