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The 15 Best Catacombs Tours in Rome

27 tours  ·  from $14

Four catacomb complexes are open on and near the Appian Way and they are not interchangeable. These 15 cover San Callisto, San Sebastiano, Domitilla and the bone crypts in the centre, with prices, transport and how much walking underground each involves.

Rome: Crypts and Catacombs Underground Tour with Transfers - Meeting at Piazza Barberini
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Rome: Crypts and Catacombs Underground Tour with Transfers

1.Crypts and Catacombs Underground Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,341 reviews · from $74Our pick

Travel from Piazza Barberini to Rome’s bone-lined Capuchin Crypt, early Christian catacombs, and San Martino ai Monti. You’ll have an audio guide at the crypt, a local guide underground, and air-conditioned transfers. Choose the daytime tour for all three sites, or After Hours for a shorter crypt and catacomb visit.

“the whole trip was fantastic! our guide cat was amazing. highly recommend”

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The Original Roman Crypts and Catacombs Tour with Transfers - The Capuchin Crypt and its bone-lined chapels
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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

See Rome’s eerie side with a guide at the Capuchin Crypt, Domitilla Catacombs, and San Martino ai Monti. You’ll walk through bone-lined chapels, ancient Christian tunnels, and ruins beneath a church, with coach transfers between sites. Guides such as Andrea, Alan, and Paula are praised for clear storytelling.

“This tour is a great option for those who aren't renting their own car. We first met and did a little walking to an ossuary before taking a van to the catacombs, which are a bit outside of the city.”

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Rome: Catacombs of St. Callixtus Entry Ticket & Guided Tour - The 30-minute route underground
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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 the Appian Way on a 30-minute guided tour. See the Crypt of the Popes, the Crypt of St. Cecilia, and early Christian frescoes. Guides may include Francesca, Sam, Comfort, Arishba, or Fr Peter. Bring a sweater, and expect no photography or skeletons.

“Excellent, Arishba was able to tell us a lot and very knowledgeable, throughly enjoyed”

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Rome: Guided Roman Catacombs Tour with Transfers - Meeting 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

Ride from central Rome to the Domitilla Catacombs, then follow a guide through four levels of burial chambers and the underground Basilica of Nereus and Achilleus. Guides such as Francesca, Mario, and Samuele bring the early Christian story to life. Expect a short, focused visit in cool, narrow passages.

“Brilliant guide. Funny and knowledgeable. The catacombs were great and their history is fascinating. Well worth the money.”

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Rome: Catacombs Guided Tour with Transfer - Meeting at Piazza d’Aracoeli
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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

Ride from Piazza d’Aracoeli through Rome on a panoramic open bus, then tour ancient Christian burial tunnels with a local guide. The catacombs visit lasts about 45 to 60 minutes. You can add the Capuchin Crypt or Trevi District Underground, but transfers between these sites are not included.

“The drive Alessandro was great, so passionate about Rome. On our way to the Catacombs he gave us a tour of the sites enroute. The Catacombs were amazing to see, I think you definitely need a tour with transportation as they're off the beaten track and I'd have found them difficult to find.”

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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 walls, and countryside parks. Choose four or six hours, with the longer option adding a 45-minute catacomb visit. Guides such as Cas, Carmen, and Nami have led past tours.

“The e-bike adventure was fantastic. Our Guide Fabio did a great job managing the group and you took us to some amazing sights. The aqueduct is fantastic. Such an amazing piece of Ancient Rome. We worth your time and the e-bike turbo mode is lots of fun.”

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Rome: Catacombs and Capuchin Crypt Guided Tour with Transfer - Entering the Capuchin Crypt near Piazza Barberini
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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

See Rome’s bone-decorated Capuchin Crypt and ancient catacombs with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. You’ll travel by air-conditioned vehicle from central Rome, hear about early Christian burials, and pass the Appian Way and Aurelian Walls. Guides such as Monica, Fiona, and Davide are known for lively local detail.

“Monika was fabulous! Very knowledgeable, interactive and great guide. Capuchin Crypts were incredible & beautiful.”

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Rome: Appian Way, Catacombs, & Roman Aqueducts E-bike Tour - From Via Labicana to the Aurelian Walls
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Rome: Appian Way, Catacombs, & Roman Aqueducts E-bike Tour

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

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

Cycle 27 km from Rome’s Aurelian Walls along the Appian Way to the Park of the Aqueducts and Caffarella Valley. Choose four hours without entry or six hours with a guided catacomb visit. Cannondale e-mountain bikes, small groups, multilingual guides, and frequent history stops make this a memorable outing.

“What a beautiful way to see more of Rome and get away from the crowds. We brought our 12 and 14 year old kids and everyone enjoyed themselves.”

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Rome:Appian Way E-bike Tour with Catacombs, Aqueducts & Food - Descending into Rome’s catacombs
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Rome:Appian Way E-bike Tour with Catacombs, Aqueducts & Food

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,210 reviews · from $96

Spend five hours riding a CUBE electric mountain bike from Rome’s streets to the Appian Way, San Callixtus Catacombs, and the Aqueducts Park. Guides such as Silvia, Bruno, Duarte, and Leo lead small groups in English, French, Italian, or Spanish, with a Roman food stop included.

“Our e-bike Rome Appian way tour with catacombs was excellent. We had beautiful weather and a terrific tour guide (Sylvia). One of the best tours we have done.”

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Rome Underground: Catacombs Tour, Aqueducts and Appian Way - Walking the Appian Way on uneven Roman paving
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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

Spend 3 hours and 15 minutes outside central Rome, walking the ancient Appian Way, visiting Cecilia Metella’s tomb, viewing the aqueducts, and entering the Catacombs of San Sebastiano or Domitilla. English-speaking guides such as Sylvia, Antonella, Francesca, and Andre have led past departures.

“It was a very good tour and the guide was very informative. A very special surprise was to see the last sculpture by the great Bernini of the Crist Bust.”

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Appian Way Aqueducts Bike Tour (Catacombs & Lunch Option) - Parco della Caffarella: fields, ruins, and breathing room
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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 central Rome’s crowds for a guided e-bike ride through the Appian Way, Caffarella Park, catacombs, and aqueducts. Guides such as Alex, Ava, Chris, and Iman lead small groups of up to 12. Choose the four-hour ride or add catacombs, lunch, and an aperitif with the five-hour option.

“This was a great way to see lots of Rome! We learned about the Appian Way - all four of them - and explored the Catacombs area. Chris’ knowledge and story telling were great. The terrain is a bit difficult at times, so be careful.”

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Rome: Appian Way, Aqueducts, and Catacombs Tour - Walking the Appian Way for 25 minutes
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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

Leave central Rome for the Appian Way, Cecilia Metella’s tomb, the Aqueducts Park, and a catacomb visit after most people have gone. Air-conditioned transport links the sites, while guides such as Federico, Antonella, and Silvia bring Roman and early Christian history to life.

“The tour was very interesting and it was nice to get out of the busy city. Be aware that the roads are very bumpy though!”

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Appian Way, Catacombs and Aqueducts Park Tour with Top E-Bike - Leaving Rome through Porta San Sebastiano
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Appian Way, Catacombs and Aqueducts Park Tour with Top E-Bike

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

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

Ride about 17 miles from Rome’s center to the Appian Way and Aqueducts Park on a quality electric bike. Choose a 4-hour route or a fuller 6-hour version with a guided catacomb visit, Villa dei Quintili, and Caracalla’s Baths. Guides such as Claudia, Fabio, and Bita lead groups of up to 10.

“Bita was a fabulous guide. She kept a good pace for the riders and explained things well for what we passed. We would have loved more photo op stops since riding the Appian Way was a little nerve wracking to navigate and take pics while riding for some of us! The scenery was beautiful. It really is off road for a large portion. My teenagers thought it was perfect to get away from all the walking of the city.”

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Rome: Appian Way E-Bike Tour Catacombs, Aqueducts & Picnic - Starting near Circus Maximus
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Rome: Appian Way E-Bike Tour Catacombs, Aqueducts & Picnic

14.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, see the Claudio and Felice aqueducts, and stop for a seasonal picnic or aperitif. Guides include Giuseppe, Laura, Filippo, and Adriano.

“Very well organized and entertaining. Beautiful landscape and unique activity. Would prefer if the guide had slowed down a bit during some parts. But overall 10/10.”

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Catacombs Tour with Transfer – Optional Capuchin Crypt or Trevi - The ride out from central Rome
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Catacombs Tour with Transfer – Optional Capuchin Crypt or Trevi

15.Catacombs Tour with Transfer – Optional Capuchin Crypt or Trevi

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 694 reviews · 2 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $54

Visit Rome’s San Callisto Catacombs with a local guide and return transport from Piazza d’Aracoeli. Add the Capuchin Crypt or an underground Trevi district tour, but arrange your own transfer between sites. English departures run morning and afternoon.

“Great tour, very knowledgeable guide. Loved the walk through the ghetto to get to the bus. We found a charming restaurant along the way which we returned to for lunch. I didn’t realize I booked the extra tour for the other catacombs so that was wasted because of schedule.”

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