Underground · CATACOMBS AND UNDERGROUND CITY TOURS IN ROME

15 Catacombs and Underground City Tours in Rome That Repay the Climb Down

23 tours  ·  from $14 a head

Underground days are short and the entrance is rarely near the hotel, so the choice matters. These 15 catacombs and underground city tours in Rome are priced and timed to be decided in a couple of minutes.

Rome: Capuchin Crypts and Catacombs Tour with Transfers - Starting at Piazza Barberini
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Rome: Capuchin Crypts and Catacombs Tour with Transfers

1.Capuchin Crypts and Catacombs Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,456 reviews · 2.5 - 3.5 hours · from $60Our pick

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Piazza Barberini to Rome’s Capuchin Crypt, an early Christian catacomb, and San Martino ai Monti. You’ll use an audio guide at the crypt, hear lively commentary from guides such as Emiliano, Andrea, Maria, or Cat, and see bones, frescoes, mosaics, and ancient Roman foundations.

“The tour was great. Our guide, Maria, was amazing. Very informative, super nice and she made the whole experience wonderful. Our driver was great. Definitely would do this tour again.”

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The Original Roman Crypts and Catacombs Tour with Transfers - Riding out to the Domitilla Catacombs
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The Original Roman Crypts and Catacombs Tour with Transfers

2.The Original Roman Crypts and Catacombs Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,896 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Spend about three and a half hours exploring Rome’s eerie underground side. Walk from Piazza Barberini to the Capuchin Crypt, ride by air-conditioned coach to the Domitilla Catacombs, then visit San Martino ai Monti. Guides such as Andrea, Alain, Paula, and Heather have been praised for clear storytelling. Expect narrow tunnels, stairs, no photography, and covered knees and shoulders.

“This was a very enjoyable tour! Our guide, Frederica (Lola), was so lovely and knowledgeable. She was genuinely excited to share her city with us and gave us so much history of the things we saw. The group was a little large, even with two guides.”

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Rome: Catacombs of St. Callixtus Entry Ticket & Guided Tour - Meeting your guide at the Appian Way
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Rome: Catacombs of St. Callixtus Entry Ticket & Guided Tour

3.Catacombs of St. Callixtus Entry Ticket & Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,037 reviews · 30 min · from $16

Visit the Catacombs of St. Callixtus beneath Rome’s Appian Way on a 30-minute guided tour. You’ll see the Crypt of the Popes, the Crypt of St. Cecilia, ancient frescoes, and the Sacraments area while learning about Rome’s early Christian communities. Guides speak English, Italian, French, or German.

“It was incredibly informative and reverent to be a part of.”

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Rome: Guided Roman Catacombs Tour with Transfers - Starting at Via Francesco Giambullari 4
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Rome: Guided Roman Catacombs Tour with Transfers

4.Guided Roman Catacombs Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,830 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $65

Travel from central Rome to the Domitilla Catacombs in a small group, then walk through four underground levels and the 4th-century Basilica of Nereus and Achilleus. Guides such as Francesca, Mario, and Samuele explain early Christian burial customs, frescoes, persecutions, and the shift from pagan Rome to Christianity.

“Our tour guide was very educated and had a factual understanding of the historical tombs, the person or persons that passed and the context along with the times in which they lived. I was inspired and informed Thank you”

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Rome: Catacombs Guided Tour with Transfer - Starting at Piazza Ara Coeli and Touristation
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Rome: Catacombs Guided Tour with Transfer

5.Catacombs Guided Tour with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,808 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $54

Start at Piazza Ara Coeli, ride a panoramic bus past Rome’s sights, then spend about an hour below ground among ancient Christian tombs. A live guide leads the catacomb visit in several languages. You can add the Trevi District Underground or Capuchin Crypt, but these require separate transfers and careful timing.

“Alessandro was a fantastic guide! Not only do you see the catacombs but you also have the chance to pass by several historic sites on the transport to and from.”

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Rome EBike Tour: Appian Way, Catacombs & Roman Aqueducts - Riding the Appian Way, Rome’s Queen of Roads
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Rome EBike Tour: Appian Way, Catacombs & Roman Aqueducts

6.Rome EBike Tour: Appian Way, Catacombs & Roman Aqueducts

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,766 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $102Top rated

Ride a Cannondale e-bike from central Rome to the Appian Way, Roman aqueducts, ancient ruins, and countryside. Choose four or six hours, with the longer tour including a guided catacomb visit. Guides such as Cas, Carmen, Fabio, and Nami are praised for clear directions and strong historical storytelling.

“I highly recomemend this tour. The day was perfect experiencing the Rome countryside and the Catacombs. The EBikes worked brilliantly and I felt safe at all times. Our tour guide Carmen was excellent providing clear directions about where we were going and tellling us all about the history at each stop. From the start to the end, this was the perfect tour.”

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Rome: Catacombs and Capuchin Crypt Guided Tour with Transfer - Inside the five Bone Chapels
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Rome: Catacombs and Capuchin Crypt Guided Tour with Transfer

7.Catacombs and Capuchin Crypt Guided Tour with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,606 reviews · 2.5 - 3.5 hours · from $41

Meet near Piazza Barberini, visit the bone-decorated Capuchin Crypt, then ride in an air-conditioned vehicle to Rome’s underground catacombs. Guides such as Monica, Fiona, Davide, and Federica bring the history to life. Expect covered shoulders and knees, no photography, and some walking in dim, narrow passages.

“It was a great experience. Monika our guide was exceptional and explained everything in great detail. She was very nice and made the experience great for us and others. Thank You so much.”

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Rome: Appian Way & Aqueducts E-Bike Tour (Catacombs & Food) - Starting out on a CUBE full-suspension e-bike
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Rome: Appian Way & Aqueducts E-Bike Tour (Catacombs & Food)

8.Appian Way & Aqueducts E-Bike Tour (Catacombs & Food)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,498 reviews · 3.5 - 5 hours · from $88

Leave central Rome behind for a 3.5 to 5-hour e-bike ride along the Appian Way and through the Aqueducts Park. You’ll use a full-suspension CUBE bike, visit the catacombs if selected, and finish with Roman food or an aperitivo. Guides such as Silvia, Iman, Bruno, and Felipe lead in English, French, Italian, or Spanish.

“This is a brilliant tour and was a perfect activity for my teenage son and I. Our guide, Bruno, was very knowledgeable and interesting and really made the history of Ancient Rome come alive. The e-bikes were great fun and made the 15 miles of cycling easy. The catacombs were incredible and the guide there was also brilliant and clearly really loves her job. Lots of these tours don’t include lunch in the price, but this one does, which makes it even better value. I cannot recommend this tour highly enough.”

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Rome: Appian Way, Catacombs, & Roman Aqueducts E-bike Tour - Through the Aurelian Walls and toward the ancient road
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Rome: Appian Way, Catacombs, & Roman Aqueducts E-bike Tour

9.Appian Way, Catacombs, & Roman Aqueducts E-bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,421 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $85

Ride 27 km from central Rome to the Appian Way, Catacombs, Aqueducts Park, and Caffarella Valley on a Cannondale e-mountain bike. Choose four hours without the underground visit or six hours with a guided catacomb tour. Guides such as Oscar, Arina, and Agnese have led engaging, careful rides for groups of up to 10.

“Anna was an excellent guide. She explained the safety details well and tried to prepare us for the sections that were in the busy part of the city. The city biking was scary but doable. The majority of the trip was in parks and along the Appian Way. Gorgeous scenery and Anna stopped several times to explain the sites and allow pictures. Excellent trip!”

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Rome Underground: Catacombs Tour, Aqueducts and Appian Way - Cecilia Metella’s tomb and the power of a Roman family
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Rome Underground: Catacombs Tour, Aqueducts and Appian Way

10.Rome Underground: Catacombs Tour, Aqueducts and Appian Way

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,007 reviews · 3 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $65

Leave central Rome for the ancient Appian Way, the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella, Rome’s towering aqueducts, and the catacombs of San Sebastiano or Domitilla. An English-speaking guide, air-conditioned minibus, and groups of 18 or fewer make this a practical way to see several outlying sites in about three hours.

“Good tour with lots of information. Enjoyed walking on Appian way and seeing the aqueducts. Didn’t love the catacombs but that’s not the tours fault.”

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Appian Way Aqueducts Bike Tour (Catacombs & Lunch Option) - Caffarella Park brings space and quiet
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Appian Way Aqueducts Bike Tour (Catacombs & Lunch Option)

11.Appian Way Aqueducts Bike Tour (Catacombs & Lunch Option)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 975 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $78

Trade Rome’s crowded center for an e-bike ride through the Appian Way, Caffarella Park, ancient ruins, and the aqueducts. Guides such as Ava, Alex, Chris, Iman, and Paolo lead groups of up to 12. Choose four hours, or add the Catacombs of San Callisto, lunch, and an aperitif for five hours.

“If you want to see a lot of different things outside the city like aqueduct park, the catacombs, and a few other sites this is the way to go. The e-bikes make is super easy and it’s well timed to 5 hours with brunch. We loved our tour guide and the small group was perfect.”

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Rome: Appian Way, Aqueducts, and Catacombs Tour - Walking the Appian Way on ancient paving stones
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Rome: Appian Way, Aqueducts, and Catacombs Tour

12.Appian Way, Aqueducts, and Catacombs Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 942 reviews · 3h 15m · from $64

Travel from Piramide to the Appian Way, Cecilia Metella’s tomb, Parco degli Acquedotti, and San Sebastiano or Domitilla catacombs. You’ll walk on ancient paving stones, ride in an air-conditioned vehicle, and enter the catacombs near closing time with an English-speaking guide. Wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees.

“Chiara provided an interesting insight to Ancient Rome. She was warm and engaging. Enzio safely drove us to each stop. Great tour!”

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Rome: Catacombs Skip-the-Line Tour in English - Meeting at Via delle Sette Chiese
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Rome: Catacombs Skip-the-Line Tour in English

13.Catacombs Skip-the-Line Tour in English

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 746 reviews · 2 hours · from $56

Enter the Catacombs of San Domitilla with an English-speaking guide and skip the ticket line. You’ll follow ancient burial passages, see the tombs of Nereus and Achilleus, and learn how Rome shifted from pagan customs to Christianity. Guides such as Sean, Mike, Divan, and Peter are praised for clear storytelling and humor.

“The knowledge Davio has and the excitement sharing that knowledge with us was most rewarding. Loved the tour.”

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Appian Way, Catacombs and Aqueducts Park Tour with Top E-Bike - The Appian Way, where Rome opens up
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Appian Way, Catacombs and Aqueducts Park Tour with Top E-Bike

14.Appian Way, Catacombs and Aqueducts Park Tour with Top E-Bike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 735 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $102

Ride 27 kilometers from Rome’s San Sebastiano Gate along the Appian Way and through two ancient parks. Your guide leads you past catacombs, imperial ruins, aqueducts, and sheep-filled countryside on a quality e-bike. Choose four hours for the main sights or six hours for a catacomb visit, Villa dei Quintili, and Caracalla’s Baths.

“Rich history, safe routes, beautiful structures and excellent guide in Christian. We enjoyed every bit of the journey.”

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Rome: Appian Way E-Bike Tour Catacombs, Aqueducts & Picnic - Leaving Circus Maximus and following the old road
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Rome: Appian Way E-Bike Tour Catacombs, Aqueducts & Picnic

15.Appian Way E-Bike Tour Catacombs, Aqueducts & Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 727 reviews · from $89

Escape central Rome on a guided suspension e-bike ride along the Appian Way. Visit the Catacombs of St. Callixtus or St. Sebastian, cycle beneath the Aqueducts of Claudius and Felice, and stop for a seasonal picnic or aperitif. Guides such as Giuseppe, Laura, Adriano, and Filippo lead small groups in English, French, Italian, or Spanish.

“Tour was really great, we rode through beautiful country side and Adriano was a great guide. Catacombs tour was cool and lunch was nice.”

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