Rome: Domitilla Catacombs & St. Clemente Private Tour with Driver
Description
Visit this maze of quarries and tunnels that are ancient underground cemeteries that also provided refuge to the Christian communities during the Roman persecution. Today, the Catacombs represent priceless evidence of the ancient world, where it is possible to admire significant archeological findings. The quiet tunnels will come to life as your guide tells you the stories and legends of early Christianity during the days of Roman persecution. Stepping into this mystical maze you will see some of the most important Christian frescoes in the world, such as the earliest depiction of the Virgin Mary and the oldest image of the Three Wise Men. Continue your tour in the Basilica of San Clemente, the Catholic church dedicated to Pope Clemente I. Wander through the different layers of history with frescoes, mosaics, and an underground temple dedicated to the God Mitra.
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Itinerary
The Catacombs of Rome are comprised of 40 separate underground areas spread through a large vicinity across the area of Rome. To the surprise of many people, the catacombs were not only used for the Christian religion but for all residents during Ancient times going back to Etruscan times. During the Roman imperial time, it became "fashionable" to follow the earlier Etruscan traditions and bury the dead rather than continue with creminations of earlier Roman people. The Christian catacombs are an extremely important area in terms for art history as they contain paintings from 400 AD.
This small Basilica of Rome located behind the Colosseum uniquely has 2 underground levels, the lowest dating back to the Republican era of 509-27BC and the middle level is believed to be from 392. The Basilica dedicated to Pope Clement first is a real history filled gem of modern day Rome.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Meet Your guide/driver at your hotel accommodation (if located in Rome City Center)
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- To ensure the safety and well-being of all our guests, every reservation that includes minors (under 18) must be accompanied by at least one adult. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept bookings made exclusively by unaccompanied minors.
Reviews(3)
Fantastic tour. Highly recommend for anyone with mobility issues, wants to avoid the crowds and enjoys spending time with the locals and having the ability to ask questions and learn about Roma’s amazing history. Both the driver and tour guide were extremely polite and helpful. My seventy-five year old mother enjoyed being able to go at her own pace and not feel rushed climbing stairs and navigating through the crowds. Agency was highly responsive and tour was easy to book on short notice. One of our best tours in Roma.
Hello Kandy, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! We’re thrilled to hear that our tour was perfect for your mother and provided a comfortable, crowd-free exploration of Rome's incredible history. We’re also glad that our team was able to make the tour enjoyable and stress-free for you. Your kind words about our responsive service and the quality of the tour mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable experiences in Rome! Best regards, Francesca Eyes of Rome Team
The ancient crypts at Saint Sabastian were quite impressive. We were delighted by our private tour. So worthwhile!
Dear Leva, Thank you for sharing your delightful experience exploring the ancient crypts at Saint Sebastian. We're thrilled to hear that your private tour was impressive and worthwhile. If you have any more destinations on your list or decide to embark on new adventures, we'd be honored to assist you with more private tours and enriching experiences. Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to serving you again in the future. Arrivederci, Eyes of Rome Team
This tour was amazing. Katie was an excellent tour guide and was extremely knowledgeable about the history of Rome. She was so engaging that my 11 year old boy said it was his favorite activity in Italy.
