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Rome Underground Tour 3 hr

TourTruth score 7.1 out of 10

AverageTop 48% in Rome

1 review · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

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

Explore Rome beneath the streets on a private 3-hour tour of San Clemente, the Capuchin Crypt, and the City of Water.

About this tour

Step beneath Rome’s busy streets to uncover the stories layered under the Eternal City. On this private 3-hour walking tour, a licensed local guide leads you through remarkable underground sites, from the ancient foundations beneath San Clemente Basilica to the atmospheric Capuchin Crypt.

Begin at the entrance to San Clemente Basilica, where successive eras of Roman history lie beneath an early Christian church. Continue to the Capuchin Crypt, known for its striking decorations made from the bones of Capuchin monks. The route also takes you to Vicus Caprarius, the City of Water, near the famous Trevi Fountain. Entry to the crypt and basilica is included; Vicus Caprarius admission and transport between attractions are paid separately on site.

With a private guide, you can focus on the hidden details and stories that make Rome’s underground world so compelling. Wear clothing that covers your knees and shoulders for religious sites, and dress for the weather. Choose this Rome Underground Tour for a closer look at the city’s history beneath the surface.

Highlights

  • Descend through the layered history beneath San Clemente Basilica
  • Explore the Capuchin Crypt and its striking bone decorations
  • Discover Vicus Caprarius, the ancient City of Water
  • Walk through Rome with a private licensed local guide

What's included

Included

  • Entrance to the Capuchin Crypt
  • Entrance to San Clemente Basilica
  • Private licensed local guide for 3 hours

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Transportation or taxi between attractions
  • Entrance to Vicus Caprarius, payable on site

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Important information

  • Meet at the entrance of San Clemente Basilica, Via di San Giovanni in Laterano 106
  • Knees and shoulders must be covered to enter places of worship and selected museums; shorts and sleeveless tops are not allowed
  • The tour operates in all weather; dress appropriately
  • Public transportation is available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

Where does the tour start?

Meet at the entrance of San Clemente Basilica, Via di San Giovanni in Laterano 106.

How long is the tour?

The private walking tour lasts 3 hours.

Is transportation between attractions included?

No. Transportation or taxis between attractions are not included and are payable on site.

Is entry to Vicus Caprarius included?

No. Entrance to Vicus Caprarius is payable on site.

What should I wear?

Cover your knees and shoulders to enter places of worship and selected museums. Shorts and sleeveless tops are not allowed.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 5.00 from 1 review. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.1. Top 48% in Rome means it ranks in the top 48% of tours in Rome by this score.

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