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Off The Beaten Track: Underground Tour of Rome

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crypt of the bones
Basilica of St Clemente
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Overview

Join our 3-hour private walking tour and explore the underground treasures of the Eternal City, with a knowledgeable expert guide by your side to uncover the hidden layers of Roman history.

What You’ll Experience:
San Clemente Basilica: This early Christian church is a testament to Rome’s ancient past, built over earlier structures and offering a fascinating journey through time.

Crypt of the Bones: This chilling site is adorned with the bones of Capuchin monks, dating back to the 16th through 19th centuries.

Vicus Caprarius - "City of Water": Visit the world-famous Trevi Fountain and Vicus Caprarius, known as the "City of Water."

Why Choose This Tour?
Unique Sights: Skip the usual tourist attractions and immerse yourself in the hidden history of Rome.

Perfect for Adventurers: For those who want to experience the mysterious, less-known aspects of Rome.

Book this underground walking tour of Rome today and embark on a journey through the hidden layers of this ancient city.

What's Included

  • Entrance fees for capuchin Crypt
  • Entrance fees to San Clemente Basilica
  • Private local and licensed guide for 3 hours
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation/Taxi to/from attractions to be paid on site
  • Entrance fees for vicus caprarius to be paid on site
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via di San Giovanni in Laterano
00184 Roma RM, Italy

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End point

Vicolo del Puttarello
00187 Roma RM, Italy

What To Expect

Basilica of San Clemente

Your tour will start after having met your guide in front of San Clemente’s Basilica. This very unique church is built on three different levels: in just one site you will be able to admire a 1st century Roman House, a 2nd century Mithraeum and a 4th century Early Roman Basilica. With the help of images and visual aids, our private guide will show you how it was and how it is. This visit will be like to travel through times!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Museum and Crypt of Capuchins Friars

After having visited San Clemente's Basilica, you will walk with your guide to the Crypt of the bones (if you prefer you can take a taxi to be paid on site). This crypt, already known as the Capuchin crypt, is made by real human bones of the Capuchin friars, arranged in objects in six chapels and crypts.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Vicus Caprarius – the City of Water

Finally, the guide will take you to the Vicus Caprarius, the City of Water. Located under the Trevi Fountain, here you will admire the rests of the ancient aqueduct of Rome.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected 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
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Off The Beaten Track: Underground Tour of Rome?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Off The Beaten Track: Underground Tour of Rome?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Entrance fees for capuchin Crypt.
  • Entrance fees to San Clemente Basilica.
  • Private local and licensed guide for 3 hours.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Transportation/Taxi to/from attractions to be paid on site.
  • Entrance fees for vicus caprarius to be paid on site.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Off The Beaten Track: Underground Tour of Rome is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Off The Beaten Track: Underground Tour of Rome will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Entrance fees for capuchin Crypt
  • Entrance fees to San Clemente Basilica
  • Private local and licensed guide for 3 hours
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation/Taxi to/from attractions to be paid on site
  • Entrance fees for vicus caprarius to be paid on site

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected 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
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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