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Subterranean Rome: Catacombs and Appian Way Discovery Tour
Activity Duration (2 hours)
Light
Hosted in English
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Explore the hidden world beneath Rome's surface on this unique Catacombs and Appian Way Discovery Tour.
What you'll do
The San Sebastiano and San Callisto Catacombs are two of the most fascinating early Christian burial sites in Rome. However, reaching them by public transportation can be time-consuming. With this tour, skip the bus and head straight to the ancient Appian Way with a private driver. Explore either the San Sebastiano or San Callisto Catacombs with an official guide to learn about their history and lore before the return ride.
Meeting and pickup
Multiple pickup locations offered.
Additional pickup options
End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What is included?
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
What is not included?
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Itinerary
Rome Historical & Heritage Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Subterranean Rome: Catacombs and Appian Way Discovery Tour in Rome, Italy. This historical & heritage tours experience includes 3 stops over 1 day. Duration: 2 hours. Activity level: Light.
No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)
1
Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)
Stop: 15 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
The Appian Way is one of the earliest and strategically most important Roman roads of the ancient republic. It connected Rome to Brindisi, in southeast Italy.
2
Catacombe di San Callisto
Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
The Christian catacombs are extremely important for the art history of Early Christian art, as they contain the great majority of examples from before about 400 AD, in fresco and sculpture, as well as gold glass medallions (these, like most bodies, have been removed).
3
Chiesa del Domine Quo Vadis
Stop: 15 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
- A Sacred Landmark on the Appian Way
- The Chiesa del Domine Quo Vadis, also known as the Church of St. Mary in Palmis, is a small but historically significant church located on the famous Appian Way in Rome. This unassuming site holds great spiritual and historical value, connecting visitors to early Christian traditions and the legacy of Saint Peter.
- Highlights:
- The Legend of Saint Peter: The church is named after the phrase "Domine, quo vadis?" ("Lord, where are you going?"), which, according to tradition, Saint Peter asked Jesus as he fled Rome to escape persecution. Jesus' response inspired Peter to return to the city and accept his martyrdom.
- The Footprints of Christ: Inside the church, visitors can see a marble slab with imprints believed to represent the footprints of Christ, commemorating the legendary encounter.
This concludes the tour.
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