Rome Basilica of San Clemente Underground Visit 1 hr

Step beneath the streets of Rome and travel through more than 2,000 years of history at the Basilica of San Clemente. This layered landmark reveals how the city changed across centuries, with each level preserving traces of the past.

Begin in the elegant 12th-century basilica, where a magnificent apse mosaic and intimate atmosphere reward a closer look. Then descend to the fourth-century early Christian basilica, whose remarkable frescoes depict stories of saints and martyrs. Farther below, explore remains of first-century Roman buildings, including a Mithraeum dedicated to the cult of Mithras. A multimedia audio guide and official entry visit help bring the site’s art, archaeology, and spiritual history into focus. The visit lasts about 60 minutes, and English-language live guidance is listed.

Discover Rome from the ground up on this Basilica of San Clemente underground visit. Book your place to experience a remarkable cross-section of the city’s history in one unforgettable setting.