Capuchins' Crypt and St. Clemente's Undergrounds Tour in Rome

New To The Site! Rome, Italy

3 hours (approx.)

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Overview

Explore the vast subterranean crypts of Rome on this private 3-hour guided tour. Visit the Crypt and the Basilica San Clemente in this fascinating tour. Your private expert guide will transport you from site to site and will use an iPad and other visual tools to help show you what the sites would’ve looked like in the past. This tour will show you a real archaeological treasure of Rome.

What's Included

Transportation between sites in car or van depending on group size
Local guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities

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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza Barberini
00187 Roma RM, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Museum and Crypt of Capuchins Friars

After meeting your guide in Piazza Barberini, you will be guided through the underground world of Rome on a private 3-hour tour. See as many of the temples, homes, and cemeteries as possible in one half-day adventure.Start at the 17th century Triton Fountain in Barberini Square, before continuing on to the Church of Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini and the Capuchin Crypt. See the five chambers of skeletal remains of almost 4,000 monks as well as the museum on site.Next, head to the famed Basilica San Clemente a few blocks away. This church was reconstructed multiple times over the centuries and contains several layers. On top is the current basilica that dates to the 12th century. Beneath is a 4th century basilica that was built on the foundation of a nobleman’s house. At the bottom is a Mithraic (pagan) temple and warehouse dating to the 1st and 2nd centuries. See an ancient water spring, stunning mosaics, and amazing frescoes.Your tour will end in the city center of Rome.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Basilica of San Clemente

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Specialized infant seats are available

A dress code is required to enter places of worship and select museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Tour is not wheelchair accessible
Approximately 1 km of total walking is involved
Food and drinks are not allowed in the sites except water. However, you will be able to buy them from stores and eateries on the way

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Capuchins’ Crypt and St. Clemente’s Undergrounds Tour in Rome?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025