Italy · ROME CATACOMBS, BASILICAS & THE APPIAN WAY
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The Appian Way starts as a suburban road and turns into original Roman paving with pines either side. Below are the 15 best tours, with which catacombs each one enters, whether the day is on foot, by bike or by minibus, and what it costs. The catacombs are burial places and are visited quietly, with a guide, and without photography.
Guided Catacombs of San Gennaro tour in Naples with 1,000-year frescos and mosaics, plus entry to San Gaudioso and Sanità basilica.
“It great to see under the hill and the tombs. We liked the fact that we have supported the arts, and other local activities in the community.”
Tour Rome underground: Capuchin Crypt, Roman Catacombs, and San Martino ai Monti by air-conditioned coach with skip-the-line access.
“Great! Very interesting. Tour guides were all very knowledgeable! Will recommend.”
Skip the line for a guided Rome tour of the Capuchin Crypt, Domitilla Catacombs, and San Martino ai Monti with transfers and tickets.
“Paula was amazing and very informative. Great customer service easy to ask questions.and beyond informative, didn't feel rushed was able to take time”
A fast, guided trip into Rome’s underground Christian world, with line-free entry to St. Callixtus and the Crypt of the Popes.
“A really interesting and unique tour which gave us an opportunity to see a different side of Rome and learn more about its history. The tour was just a half hour, but we thought it was good value for money, as there was a lot of information packed in and also lots to see.”
Descend 16 m into Rome’s Domitilla catacombs with an expert guide, frescoes, and round-trip transfers from central Rome.
“Very professional. Everything on time. The main thing, catacombs, were amazing !!!”
Ride out to the Catacombs of Rome with a panoramic transfer, then tour tomb-lined tunnels with a live guide and optional add-ons.
“The Catacombs were great. The tour bus driver was excellent and lots of fun”
Pedal the Appian Way on a top Cannondale e-bike, visit Roman aqueduct parks and optionally the catacombs of San Callisto or San Sebastiano.
“This was a highlight of our weeklong visit to Italy! It was a great way to see a different side of Rome, enjoy the beautiful sunshine. We had ages 42-70. Most had ridden an e-bike except my 70 year old mom who rides a bike everyday but not an e-bike. She did great! Highly recommend!”
Capuchin Crypt bones and Rome catacombs on the Appian Way. Guided, skip-the-line entry and air-conditioned transport from central Rome.
“The tour was excellent and the guide was very personable and informative, his knowledge was excellent and the way he imparted that knowledge was very accessible.”
E-bike the Appian Way, Roman aqueducts, and optional catacombs from $85. Small group, guided ride and countryside stops in 4 to 6 hours.
“Such a fun way to see the Appian Way, Catacombs, and Aquaduct Park, plus other neighborhoods of Rome! Rick was such a fun, knowledgeable guide!”
E-bike the Appian Way to catacombs and aqueducts, with real countryside riding and a Roman food stop for about $96 in 5 hours.
“Bruno was engaging and informative. A highly experienced guide who lead the group safely. Highly recommended.”
Skip-the-line entry to Rome’s Capuchin Crypt with an English guide and a small-group visit through bone chapels and symbols.
“The tour was great and the guide was very knowledgable on the messages and symbols of the bones. We thought it would be very eery inside but it was an interesting experience.”
Guided visit to the San Gaudioso Catacombs under Naples, with early Christian frescoes, skull motifs, and a church visit plus free San Gennaro entry.
“Nolla (deep apologies if I have spelt his name wrongly) was a brilliant guide who very obviously knew his subject very well. He has a real ability to tell a story in a very engaging way which made the visit fascinating. He also has a delightful sense of humour. It is a really interesting tour that I would highly recommend. A few days later we used our ticket to gain free entry to the Catacombs of San Gennaro which were equally interesting and well worth a visit. Out guide was Antonella who obviously has a very deep knowledge of her subject area which she was able to communicate to us…”
Rome’s Appian Way, Cecilia Metella, aqueduct park, and catacombs (San Sebastiano or Domitilla) with small groups and transport.
“In my opinion, this tour is a great way to see a lot of different unique things in Rome. Our guide had a lot of fun facts for us about all three sites visited, and the bonus of getting to go to the catacombs as the last visitors of the day was a treat. If you are a fan of learning about both religious history and engineering of the Roman aqueduct system, this is a great tour! One recommendation is bring a bottle of water - you walk a good bit in the aqueduct park, and the catacombs are chilly but sometimes still feel stuffy. Overall super awesome experience.”
E-bike tour on Rome’s Appian Way past aqueducts and parks, with optional Catacombs and lunch. Small group, 4 to 5 hours.
“After some days in very crowded city, it was wonderful to get on a bike and see a totally different side of Rome. Our guide, Iman, was a confident group leader and really knows the history of the area and how to tell it in an interesting way. Beautiful places, ancient roads and ruins, magnificent aquaducts, fresh air and some excercise - and fascinating history to go with it, what could be better?”
Walk the Appian Way, see towering Roman aqueducts, and tour catacombs at closing time with air-conditioned transport and an expert guide.
“Great tour! We learned a lot!! Andy our guide was fantastic and extremely knowledgeable! Highly recommend!!”
