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Rome Catacombs and Capuchin Crypt Tour 5 hr

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  • Rome, Italy
  • 5 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Rome’s Catacombs with a guide, visit the bone-decorated Capuchin Crypt, and see the city aboard a panoramic bus.

About this tour

Descend beneath Rome’s streets to explore ancient burial tunnels, then see a striking Baroque chapel decorated with human bones. This Rome Catacombs and Capuchin Crypt tour pairs a guided underground visit with an audio-guided stop at the Capuchin Crypt and a panoramic bus ride through the city.

Begin at Touristation Aracoeli and travel by bus to the Catacombs. A guide leads you through the underground passages and shares their history as burial places and sites of worship for early Christians. The Catacombs visited depend on the day: Domitilla is included except on Tuesday, when the visit is to Callisto. Afterward, a transfer takes you near a hop-on hop-off bus stop. Continue to the Capuchin Crypt, where an audio guide lets you explore at your own pace. Inside the Museum of the Capuchin Friars, discover five chapels decorated with the remains of nearly 4,000 friars. Your ticket also includes a 3-hour panoramic bus tour, giving you a flexible way to see Rome’s landmarks.

The Rome Catacombs and Capuchin Crypt tour brings together underground history, unusual art, and city views in one outing. Wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees, and book your visit to experience Rome from below and above.

Highlights

  • Explore Rome’s underground catacombs with a guide
  • Admire the Capuchin Crypt’s bone-decorated chapels with an audio guide
  • Ride a panoramic hop-on hop-off bus through Rome
  • Discover the history and spirituality of the Capuchin order

What's included

Included

  • Reserved entrance to the Domitilla Catacombs, except on Tuesday
  • Reserved entrance to the Callisto Catacombs on Tuesday
  • Round-trip transfer from Touristation Aracoeli to the Catacombs
  • Capuchin Crypt ticket with audio guide
  • 3-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour
  • Guided catacombs tour in Italian, English, French, Spanish, or German

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Guided tour of the Capuchin Crypt
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Important information

  • Meet at the Touristation Aracoeli office, Piazza d'Aracoeli 16; look for the small fountain and orange flags
  • The Catacombs and Capuchin Crypt are in different locations
  • After the Catacombs, the transfer drops you near a hop-on hop-off bus stop for travel to the Capuchin Crypt
  • For visits to both sites on the same day, Capuchin Crypt entry is available from 14:45 to 17:00
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  • The Capuchin Crypt visit is self-guided with an audio guide
  • Cover your shoulders and knees
  • The Catacombs may not suit travelers who are claustrophobic
  • Not accessible to wheelchair users or visitors with severe motor disabilities
  • Infants must sit on an adult's lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Visitors with specific disabilities may ask the Catacombs ticket office about free tickets

Frequently asked questions

Which Catacombs will I visit?

The tour visits the Domitilla Catacombs except on Tuesday, when it visits the Callisto Catacombs.

Is the Capuchin Crypt guided?

No. Explore the Capuchin Crypt at your own pace with an audio guide.

Can I visit both sites on the same day?

Yes. For a same-day visit, Capuchin Crypt entry is available from 14:45 to 17:00.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet at the Touristation Aracoeli office at Piazza d'Aracoeli 16, near a small fountain and orange flags.

Is the tour suitable for travelers with claustrophobia?

The Catacombs tour is not recommended for travelers who may feel claustrophobic in small spaces.

How this score is calculated

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 5.7.

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