Rome: Guided Roman Catacombs Tour with Transfers – Rome, Italy

EXPERIENCE:

Uncover the secrets hidden the dark depths of the the Domitilla catacombs on this guided tour in Rome. Enjoy the convenience of a transfer from a centrally-located meeting point in the city. Learn about early Christian history and see the underground Basilica of Nereus.

Meet your guide in the city center and head towards the Appian Way in a comfortable minivan. Reach one of the largest and oldest catacombs of Rome and venture 52 feet (16 meters) below the surface into the otherworldly crypts of Domitilla.

Explore its endless maze of underground burial chambers, spread across 4 levels. Be captivated by ancient wall paintings of mythological and biblical figures and discover the religious symbolism of the frescoes.

Learn about the shift from paganism to Christianity and hear about early martyrs and persecutions. Live the excitement of gradually exploring different layers of history.

Complete your underworld experience in the 4th-century subterranean Basilica of Nereus and Achilleus. Then jump back in the minivan return to the city center.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Enjoy a thorough and worry-free tour with an expert guide
Save time with pickup, luggage deposit and drop-off included
Descend 16 metres underground into a dark world of prohibited faith
Marvel at wall paintings of biblical figures
Choose between a shared or private experience

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