Catacombs & Appian Way: Underground Rome

4.7 (589 reviews) Verified reviews

Explore the catacombs and the Appian Way, the ancient road that led to Rome, with a local guide.

3 hoursDuration
Group up to 18Group size
English, Italian…Language
Free 24hCancellation

Why you'll love this experience

  • Descend into the ancient catacombs with a specialist guide
  • Walk a stretch of the Appian Way, Rome's oldest road
  • See the Aurelian Walls and the Baths of Caracalla
  • Learn the history of early Christianity in Rome

What's included

Included

  • Catacombs entrance ticket
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan to the sites
  • Professional guide

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

Catacombs

75 min

Descend underground with a specialist guide to explore the tunnels and tombs.

Appian Way

60 min

Walk the ancient basalt road past tombs and the countryside that once surrounded Rome.

Aurelian Walls

30 min

See the ancient walls and the Baths of Caracalla on the return journey.

Meeting point

Circus Maximus (metro B)

Via del Circo Massimo, 00186 Roma RM, Italy

GPS: 41.8858, 12.4853

Meet outside the Circo Massimo metro station (Line B), at street level.

Your guide holds a "CIPRIAN" sign and will be standing near the exit.

Meet your guide

M

Marco Belli

Ancient Rome, Colosseum · English, Italian, Spanish

4.95

A licensed guide and historian, Marco has spent 12 years bringing the Colosseum and Forum to life for travellers from around the world.

What travellers say

4
1 verified reviews
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Tom H.
United States · Apr 2026

Fascinating and a nice change of pace from the busy city centre. The guide was excellent.

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Important information

  • The catacombs are cool and humid — bring a light layer
  • Moderate walking on uneven ground
  • Photography is not allowed inside the catacombs

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts. No refund after that.

Frequently asked questions

The passages are open and well-lit. Most visitors find them fascinating, not frightening.
Yes, an air-conditioned minivan takes you from the meeting point to the sites and back.

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