Go beyond Rome's most famous landmarks and discover the city's hidden layers on a carefully designed smallgroup walking tour. Visit remarkable basilicas before descending into the archaeological complex of San Clemente. Your journey begins at Santa Maria Maggiore, before continuing to Santa Prassede, home to Byzantine mosaics and the column traditionally associated with Christ's flagellation. At San Martino ai Monti, descend beneath the church to explore the remains of one of Rome's earliest Christian places of worship. Stroll across the Oppian Hill for a unique perspective of the Colosseum before reaching the Basilica of San Clemente. With entrance tickets included, explore its archaeological levels: the 12th-century basilica, the 4th-century church below, and the ancient Roman buildings, including a preserved Mithraic temple. Please be aware that some churches may close without prior notice, for reasons entirely beyond our control.
Out at sunset: the 3:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:10 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Discover the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, one of Rome's four Papal Basilicas and the city's most important church dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Hear the fascinating legend of the Miracle of the Snow, which inspired the basilica's foundation.
Step inside the Basilica of Santa Prassede, one of Rome's best-preserved early Christian churches. Learn about its remarkable Byzantine mosaics and the history of this hidden gem, just a short walk from Santa Maria Maggiore.
Explore the fascinating underground levels of the Basilica of San Martino ai Monti and uncover one of Rome's oldest Christian worship sites, built upon ancient Roman house remains.
Enjoy a unique perspective of the majestic Colosseum from Oppian Hill, where you can capture unforgettable photos far from the usual postcard views.
Conclude your journey at the Basilica of San Clemente, where your included entrance ticket grants access to one of Rome's most extraordinary archaeological sites. Explore three remarkable layers of history, from a 12th-century basilica to a 4th-century church and the remains of an ancient Roman temple and street beneath.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Rome San Clemente Hidden Basilicas Underground Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $67 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.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM, 10:00 AM, and 3:30 PM.
Children aged 6–11 pay from $47, adults from $67. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Meet your guide in Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore, beneath the column in front of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN, FR, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Hili Travel s.r.l..
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I think it was absolutely ENGAGING. Some secret places in this city, unknown until meeting guide Daniel, are absolutely incredible and left me amazed, because Rome has so much more to offer than you might imagine. Do it if you want to admire the face of Rome that, truth be told, not many people know.
This was an amazing tour. Learning the history of the four churches was wonderful. Daniel's knowledge and enthusiasm to share the information made the tour exceptional.
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