The crypt was a fascinating experience. Awe inspiring and so much information provided about friar life. The tour is nice because you can do at your own pace. Please remember to wear appropriate clothing out of respect. “The Tour Guy” that is the host and provides the tickets is a farce. I never received the tickets digitally. I contacted him more than 5 times the morning of our scheduled tour and got no response. We decided to go to the orientation spot and wait for him. He never showed up there. After waiting 35 minutes, we decided to go to the Crypt. I explained our situation to the curator there, he called The Tour Guy, and the tickets were then sent to HIS email and we were finally allowed to take our tour. I got the impression from the curator, that this wasn’t the first time this problem has occurred with The Tour Guy. Viator needs to find a different host for this tour. Secure your tickets from some other place. We had other things we wanted to do that day, but wasted our time waiting for tickets from this yahoo.
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Capuchin Crypts Entry Ticket with Audio Guide
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $10 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 61 reviews
- Languages
- AR, DE, RU, KO
- Group
- Small group, up to 25
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- The Tour Guy
- Meeting point
- Your Capuchin Crypt entrance tickets will be emailed within 24 hours. Go directly to the museum (Via Vittorio Veneto, 27) with your digital tickets. Tickets are valid anytime during opening hours. Arrive at least 15 minutes before closing or entry may be denied.
Description
Gain exclusive access to the haunting Capuchin Crypts in Rome, where human bones create stunning decorations within underground chapels. With a self-guided visit, explore at your own pace while using the provided audio guide to learn about the fascinating history of the Capuchin friars and their unique traditions. Discover the chilling beauty of the 'Crypt of the Pelvises' and the 'Crypt of the Skulls,' and reflect on the intricate designs that convey themes of faith and mortality. This ticket includes entry to the museum, ensuring a complete exploration of this evocative spiritual site.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:45 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:15 AM, 2:45 PM, 3:00 PM, and 3:15 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult
- $10
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Piazza Barberini
Your experience begins at Piazza Barberini, in the center of Rome near Barberini metro station (Line A). Meet the welcome staff in front of the Fontana del Tritone at your scheduled time to exchange your voucher, or head straight to the crypt entrance with the tickets emailed to you in advance.
Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini
Enter the quiet Capuchin complex beneath this 17th-century church, home to the friars for centuries. With your ticket scanned and audio guide in hand, learn about the Capuchin order, their long history in Rome, and why these underground chapels were created.
Museum and Crypt of Capuchins Friars
Continue through the museum spaces, where displays explain the friars' humble traditions and daily life. This background makes the crypts below far more meaningful for first-time visitors.
Museum and Crypt of Capuchins Friars
Descend into the first bone-decorated chapels, where skulls and vertebrae form arches, patterns, and simple symbols. As you move along the narrow corridor, the audio guide explains how these arrangements connect to themes of faith, humility, and mortality. Further inside, you reach the most elaborate space of all, where chandeliers, altars, and wall designs are shaped entirely from friars' bones. Take your time in the Crypt of the Skulls and the Crypt of the Pelvises before following the route back to the exit.
What's included
Included
Access to the bone-decorated chapels and contextual displays
Audio guide in multiple languages
Independent, self-guided visit inside the crypts and museum spaces
Entry ticket to the Capuchin Crypts valued at €10.00
Not included
Guide
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
61 reviews
How it compares in Rome
- Starting price $10 is 91% below the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,082 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that while standard on-site ticket is €10, our ticket is a special option that offers added flexibility and convenience.
- Your official Capuchin Crypt tickets will be emailed to you within 24 hours of booking. These are digital tickets, so you can head straight to the entrance and visit at any time during opening hours (no need to meet a guide).
- If you’d prefer a little help getting oriented, our Welcome Staff will be available at your scheduled tour time at Piazza Barberini 23, in front of the Fontana del Tritone (near Barberini metro station, Line A). Please note, staff are only present at your selected time.
- Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women to enter the Capuchin Crypts.
- This tour involves walking, stairs, and uneven terrain. It is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. A soft baby carrier is recommended.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Capuchin Crypts Entry Ticket with Audio Guide take?
Capuchin Crypts Entry Ticket with Audio Guide lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Capuchin Crypts Entry Ticket with Audio Guide cost?
Prices start at $10 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Capuchin Crypts Entry Ticket with Audio Guide run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:45 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:15 AM, 2:45 PM, 3:00 PM, and 3:15 PM.
Can I cancel Capuchin Crypts Entry Ticket with Audio Guide for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Your Capuchin Crypt entrance tickets will be emailed within 24 hours. Go directly to the museum (Via Vittorio Veneto, 27) with your digital tickets. Tickets are valid anytime during opening hours. Arrive at least 15 minutes before closing or entry may be denied. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Capuchin Crypts Entry Ticket with Audio Guide offered in?
The experience is available in AR, DE, RU, KO, PT, CMN, JA, EN, IT, PL, FR, NL, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
This tour involves walking, stairs, and uneven terrain. It is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. A soft baby carrier is recommended.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
This tour involves walking, stairs, and uneven terrain. It is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. A soft baby carrier is recommended.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Capuchin Crypts Entry Ticket with Audio Guide worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 61 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by The Tour Guy.
Reviews(61)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Don’t use The Tour Guy
S
Great tour
Thank you Silvia for a great tour
A
Just go to the website directly, there are plenty of tickets.
The experience itself was great, but you didn't need Viator to do this. Just go directly to the Capuchin Crypt's website. They have more than enough tickets. This was an unnecessary middle-man that didn't need to exist whatsoever.
Operator response
Hi Austin, thank you for sharing your feedback with us! We are glad to hear that you had a great experience visiting the Capuchin Crypts. As an authorized ticket provider and tour operator, booking through us or our official partners like Viator gives travelers consolidated support, simple booking management, and access to curated travel packages alongside direct venue entry. We appreciate your insights, and we hope you will tell your friends and family about The Tour Guy when planning their next European trip!
Z
A tour you MUST take!
Our Guide, Sylvia, was excellent! She was so knowledgeable and friendly, and made the best out of an unusual transportation hiccup. We especially loved all of the local recommendations she gave us after the tour. Thank you Sylvia for giving us a tour that we will remember forever!
E
fantastic experience
David was fantastic. Besides the tour used drive to to point out sites and give recommendations. Made the tour very personable. Highly recommend!
T
Crypts and Monks tour
We had a very informative guide Federica. We got to learn about the Capuchin Monks and their history which was fascinating. I recommend this tour. It is very complimentary to our visit to the Vatican.
Operator response
Hi Kimberly, Thank you for the recommendation! Federica is fantastic at sharing the rich history behind the Capuchin Crypts, and you're spot on—it really is the perfect, fascinating complement to a Vatican tour. Best regards,
W
Definitely bones.
Interesting and quiet tour not physically stressful. We enjoyed it as a relaxing tour as part of our Rome visit. Not real time consuming but something interesting to do without taking away from some of the other things we wanted to do. Our provider was the tour guy true viator. The tour guy sent the tickets as promised and updated us on several things as to timed entry not being required to go at any time which was helpful. He also notified us on email, text, and what's up to make sure that we had received them and responded on WhatsApp quickly to a question that I had.
L
Amazing experience
The audio guide is amazing. The museum and crypts are so interesting. My only issue is when the line to enter is very long, it wasn't clear early on that pre-booked tickets had their own entrance (a sign at the bottom of the stairs would have helped).
P
Capuchin crypt
Well worth a visit,would recommend to anyone visiting Rome.
1
Amazing personality
David was an excellent guide.
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