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Subterranean Rome: Catacombs and Appian Way Discovery Tour
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Subterranean Rome: Catacombs and Appian Way Discovery Tour
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Activity Duration (2 hours)
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Hosted in English
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What you'll do
Explore the hidden world beneath Rome's surface on this unique Catacombs and Appian Way Discovery Tour.
Tour Highlight
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.
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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No meal included on this day.
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Here is the starting point
Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)
1
Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)
Stop: 15 minutes
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.
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Catacombe di San Callisto
Stop: 60 minutes
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).
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Chiesa del Domine Quo Vadis
Stop: 15 minutes
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.
You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.
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