Rome: After Hours Crypts & Catacombs Express Guided Tour
ID: GYG899272-1410660
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
Discover Rome’s dark hidden past with a tour of the Capuchin Crypts and exclusive after-hours access to the Priscilla Catacombs, exploring ancient tunnels free from the usual crowds.
Discover what lies beneath the streets of Rome on a tour of the mysterious crypts and catacombs of the Eternal City.
Visit the Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars, known as the Bone Chapel for the bones of nearly 4,000 people that the Capuchin monks used to decorate the walls and ceilings in intricate designs. Be amazed by a real skull and crossbones, chandeliers made from vertebrae and full skeletons in their robes. See a masterpiece by Caravaggio of Saint Francis in meditation in the museum annex.
Then, journey by air-conditioned coach to the Catacombs of Priscilla and explore the Christian burial sites of the late 2nd through the 4th century after hours. Admire art depicting scenes from the Old and New Testament, along with the tombs of early popes and martyrs.
Benefit from the services of an English-speaking expert guide as you explore tunnels lined with tombs carved out of the rock, and hear the fascinating history about these sacred sites to get an alternative history of Rome.
Highlights
- Discover what lies beneath the streets of Rome
- Explore the Bone Chapel of the Capuchin Crypt
- Escape the crowds with after hours access to the Catacombs of Priscilla
- Stroll underground tunnels lines with human bones
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour involves a fair amount of walking, including stairs. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
• This tour is not recommended for people who suffer from claustrophobia or who are uncomfortable in small spaces.
• Entrance is subject to a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders must be covered for men and women. City Wonders cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to improper dress.
• We regret to be unable to accommodate those in wheelchairs or with walking disabilities.
Meet our City Wonders team by the Triton Fountain on Piazza Barberini. The nearest metro station is Barberini (Line A/Red Line).
INCLUDED
- Entrance ticket & audioguided tour of the Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars
- Exclusive after hours access to the Catacombs of Priscilla
- Transportation by air-conditioned coach
- English-speaking expert guide
NOT INCLUDED
- Gratuities to your awesome guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
