Rome Underground: Catacombs Tour, Aqueducts and Appian Way

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| Rome, Italy

Features

Free Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

3.5 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

If option selected: Colosseum Entrance Ticket (€18)
Expert Catacombs tour guide
Small groups of 18 people or fewer
Ancient Roman Aqueducts
Private, air-conditioned transport
Expertly guided walking tour
Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)
Entry to the catacombs of San Sebastiano or Domitilla (depending on the day)
Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella (exterior)

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
Due to the tight nature of the catacombs, those with claustrophobia may want to consider another tour.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
Please note, the tour visits the catacombs of San Sebastiano or Domitilla (depending on the day).
Please note: This tour offers multiple options to help you customize your experience. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
If Catacombs with Colosseum option is selected: The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and match the names on their ID. The Colosseum requires all guests (including children) to present government ID at the time of entry. Therefore any guest that does not submit their name in advance of the tour, or who does not bring their ID to the meeting point, will be refused participation without refund.
If Catacombs with Colosseum option is selected: A government-issued ID or passport is required for all participants. Without an ID, security may deny entry to the monument. All guests, including children, must bring ID on tour day.
Should the San Sebastiano catacomb close, your tour will visit another one of the catacombs.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
Comfortable walking shoes recommended
Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated

Step into the past as you walk the historic Appian Way, marvel at ancient aqueducts, and descend into the Catacombs of San Sebastiano or Domitilla as the last visitors of the day for a crowd-free experience. Travel in comfort with air-conditioned transport and enjoy expert insights from your guide as...

Duration 3 Hours and 30 Minutes
Group Tour
Max 18 people in the group

1
Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)
Walk along one of Rome’s oldest roads, lined with ancient ruins and tombs. With centuries-old paving stones beneath your feet, follow the path once used by legions, merchants, and travelers.
- Duration 25 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
2
Via Appia Antica
Learn about the powerful family that built this monument and how it has endured through time.
- Duration 25 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required

Parco degli Acquedotti - Parco Archeologico dell'Appia Antica

Stand beneath towering aqueducts that once supplied water to the city, demonstrating the engineering prowess of the Roman Empire.

Please note: The Catacombs with Colosseum option does not visit the Roman aqueducts.

Duration 45 Minutes•
Admission Ticket Included

Catacombe San Sebastiano

Finally, it's time to experience the eerie and fascinating Catacombs of San Sebastiano in a crowd-free setting as the last visitors of the day. Venture underground into one of Rome’s most fascinating Christian burial sites. Depending on the day, you may visit the Catacombs of Domitilla instead.

Duration 1 Hour and 20 Minutes•
Admission Ticket Included

Rome

Return to Rome by private, air-conditioned transport. By the end of your tour, you'll have stepped beyond the city center and uncovered Rome’s lesser-known wonders on this immersive tour.

If you select the Catacombs with Colosseum option at time of booking, your tour continues with a guided visit of the...