The dark side of Rome from Civitavecchia
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Unveil a hidden side of Rome, away from the bustling tourist routes, as you explore the ancient Christian catacombs along the legendary Appian Way.
The Catacombs of St. Callixtus, stretching over 12 miles (20 km), form the oldest and best-preserved underground burial network in Rome. Established between 198 and 217 AD, they became the first collective Christian cemetery in the city.
Next, you will visit the Catacombs of St. Sebastian. Built above a pagan sanctuary, it was later dedicated to Saints Peter and Paul before taking the name of St. Sebastian in the 4th century. As you resurface, take in the peaceful beauty of the Appian Way, surrounded by lush greenery and timeless ruins. Before heading back to Civitavecchia, breathe in the unique atmosphere of this ancient Roman road, where history quite literally lies beneath your feet.
This is more than just a tour—it’s a journey through time, exploring the secrets of Rome’s underground past.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
What To Expect
Infopoint di Largo della Pace
meeting point
Catacombe di San Callisto
1 catacomb
Options
jubilee 2025
Pickup included
What‘s Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Driver/guide
Professional art historian guide
Round-trip shared transfer
ticket entrance
Food and drinks, other than the "value added offers" specified in your guidebook
Gratuities
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Not what we planned, but nice all considered
Edwina R,Aug 4, 2023
- Review from Viator
3.00So, not actually sure how to rate this one. This was a shared tour to see the catacombs in Rome. We were looking for something different and something that would be cooler, given the high heat this summer. Our driver was great, the issue was the actual tour. When we got to the first set of catacombs, the location was closed. It is always closed on Wednesdays, something I would think the tour operator would know. If I was doing this on my own, I would have researched this. We were able to visit the second catacombs, but had to wait at the site for over an hour because the timings were off. After the second, location (St Sebastian's which was great) we still had two+ hours before we could link up with the other folks on our shared trip to Rome. The driver went out of his way to keep us busy and took us to see the Colosseum, the forums, Trevei Fountain and a lovely church. He went above and beyond, it was just not the trip we planned (especially walking around Rome in the heat). My main gripe is the tour operator should have know what days attractions are open and contacted us to plan alternatives.
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