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Rome: Catacombs and Papal Basilicas Semi-Private Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $160 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 7
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Brastours
- Meeting point
- In front of the Mecenate Palace Hotel entrance.15 minutes prior the departure time.No refunds will be issued to customers who are late and miss the tour.
Description
On this guided tour you will discover the beauty of 2 major Basilicas of Rome and the incredible Christian Catacombs. St. Mary Major is the most important and best preserved of the Roman churches and it's dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It houses the tomb of Pope Francis. St. John’s in Lateran, the real Cathedral of Rome and first Papal residence. After a stop at the Holy Stairs, we proceed to the ancient Appian Way, the most important road of the Roman Empire, until we reach the Catacombs of Rome. You will explore this ancient underground labyrinth with an official Vatican guide, discovering the incredible history of these Christian cemeteries.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
The most important and best preserved of the Roman churches and it's dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It houses the tomb of Pope Francis.
Arcibasilica di San Giovanni in Laterano
The real Cathedral of Rome and first Papal residence.
Pontifical Sanctuary of the Holy Stairs
Stop at the Holy Stairs.
Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)
The most important of the ancient Roman roads.
Catacombe di San Callisto
The ancient underground Christians cemeteries.
What's included
Included
Tour guide
Holy Stairs skip-the-line entry
Catacombs skip-the-line entry
St. Mary Major skip-the-line entry
Headsets
Transportation by minivan
St. John's in Lateran skip-the-line entry
Not included
Hotel pick up and drop off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1 reviews
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is forbidden to bring metal objects, big bags and animals (assistance dogs allowed)
- It is not permitted to wear shorts, miniskirts and have uncovered shoulders
- Tour not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or with impaired mobility
- No refunds will be issued to customers who are late and miss the tour
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 Rome: Catacombs and Papal Basilicas Semi-Private Tour take?
Rome: Catacombs and Papal Basilicas Semi-Private Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Rome: Catacombs and Papal Basilicas Semi-Private Tour cost?
Prices start at $160 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Rome: Catacombs and Papal Basilicas Semi-Private Tour 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 In front of the Mecenate Palace Hotel entrance. 15 minutes prior the departure time. No refunds will be issued to customers who are late and miss the tour. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Rome: Catacombs and Papal Basilicas Semi-Private Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 7 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Tour not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or with impaired mobility
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Rome: Catacombs and Papal Basilicas Semi-Private Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Brastours.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
Based on 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor
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