Private Tour of Underground Rome
Description
Unveil the hidden secrets beneath Rome’s surface with our exclusive tour of the Underground Rome—an unforgettable experience for those looking to explore off-the-beaten-paths. Why Book This Tour? Explore Hidden Gems: Venture into some of Rome’s most fascinating and unusual underground sites. Discover the Unknown: Start your adventure at the Domitian Stadium, an incredible, hidden part of Navona Square, dating back to 86 A.D. Uncover the City of Water: Make your way to the Vicus Caprarius beneath the Trevi Fountain. Walk through ancient underground aqueducts that once provided water to this vibrant district. Dare to Enter the Capuchin Crypt: For the brave-hearted, end your tour at the eerie Capuchin Crypt, also known as the Crypt of the Bones. This is not just a tour; it’s an exploration of Rome’s dark and mysterious history—far from the ordinary, where the city’s hidden stories come alive. Don’t miss your chance to uncover the secrets beneath the Eternal City in a truly unique way!
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The Stadium of Domitian was Rome's first permanent venue for competitive athletics, erected for Domitian's celebration of the Capitoline Games.
Walking to Via Veneto, you will reach the Crypt of the bones. Located in the Church of Santa Maria of the Conception, it is a crypt made up by real human bones of the capuchin frari. Sure, it can be a little scary but it is a very unique place to visit! All stuffs are made by bones and each room has a different type of bone (leg, arm , etc).
Last but not least, you are going to visit the Vicus Caprarius. Located under Trevi fountain, it is possible to look at the rests of the first roman aqueduct.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Reviews(3)
Our guide Francesco was the star of our trip. He made a point to connect with my daughters and engage them in the learning and experience. While the Crypt is a lot to experience, he had a way of making it interesting and not overwhelming for my girls. He was exceptionally knowledgeable and very personable. If travelling to Rome, not only would I recommend this tour as a truly unique and uncrowded experience, but I would also be asking for Francesco!
We are happy that you have empathized with Francesco and he has managed to involve also the girls and not only the adults. Hope to see you again here in Rome doing more tours with Francesco!
Today my husband and I experienced the “archeology and underground Rome” tour with Mattia. I highly recommend this, as we had an absolutely amazing experience with him. Mattia was so knowledgeable and was able to answer all our questions throughout the tour. He went above and beyond, and because of his tour, we feel like we really explored Rome! He is very passionate about history, and kept us very interested the entire tour with fantastic facts.
Thank you for warmly reviewing Mattia and for enjoying your experience on our underground tour of Rome. We hope you greatly enjoyed Italy and look forward to welcoming you back!
We opted for a custom 3-hour combo tour of the Colosseum (with special access to the arena) and Basilica de San Clemente (underground parts included for small entry fee at the church). It was around 97 that day, with 3 kids in tow, so it was a real relief to skip the lines and be guided by the very knowledgeable and kind Diego Corsetti. We’d have had to do a ton of studying ahead of time to be able to appreciate these places the way we were able to with the insights provided, so even though it was fairly expensive, we learned a lot & felt it was a good investment. Diego answered all our questions, and he came ultra-prepared: with treats for the kids, a binder with tons of fun pictures to make the tour even more interesting, and a flashlight so we could see into the hidden parts of the underground. He offered to take group pictures at the best vantage points at each site, and he even delivered us to a reasonably priced restaurant afterward, departing only after we’d been seated in air conditioned comfort. He seemed sincerely interested in ensuring that we all had a great experience, and he worked hard to do it. Grazie Diego!
Thank you for sharing your experience of the Private Tour of Underground Rome. I greatly enjoyed reading about your experience with Diego and his especially attentive nature and personalized insights. Thank you for acknowledging his work and for booking with us!