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Get a guide
It’s was a nice experience but our audio didn’t work. So, for that reason we were clueless about the history
St. Clemente Basilica with Underground Experience Visit
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $20 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 3.6 / 5 · 12 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- 1–15 pax
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Roots in Rome
Description
The Basilica of San Clemente is one of the most fascinating and surprising treasures of Rome, a true journey through over 2,000 years of history. On the surface, admire the elegant 12th century medieval basilica, famous for its magnificent apse mosaic and cosy atmosphere. Descending into the underground levels, you will find yourself in the early Christian basilica of the fourth century, decorated with extraordinary frescoes that tell stories of saints and martyrs. Further down, you will discover remains of 1st century Roman buildings, including an ancient mithraea dedicated to the cult of Mithras. Each level reveals a different era, showing how Rome has transformed over time without ever erasing its past. The Basilica of San Clemente is an unmissable experience for those who want to understand the deep soul of the city, where archaeology, art and spirituality coexist in a unique and fascinating way.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9 times a day, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 7
- Adult (ages 18–98)
- $20
- Child (ages 0–17)
- $10
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Basilica of San Clemente
Discover the Basilica of San Clemente, a unique place where three levels of Roman history overlap in a fascinating journey through time.
What's included
Included
St Clemente Official Entry Visit
24h Digital Assistance Service
Multi Media Audio Guide
24h Customers Care Service
Not included
Transportation Service
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.6
12 reviews
How it compares in Rome
- Starting price $20 is 82% below the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,066 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 St. Clemente Basilica with Underground Experience Visit take?
St. Clemente Basilica with Underground Experience Visit lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does St. Clemente Basilica with Underground Experience Visit cost?
Prices start at $20 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 St. Clemente Basilica with Underground Experience Visit run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 9 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
How much does St. Clemente Basilica with Underground Experience Visit cost for children?
Children aged 0–17 pay from $10, adults from $20.
Can I cancel St. Clemente Basilica with Underground Experience Visit for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is St. Clemente Basilica with Underground Experience Visit offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is St. Clemente Basilica with Underground Experience Visit worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.6 out of 5 across 12 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Roots in Rome.
Reviews(12)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Glimpse into ancient Rome without the crowds
This is one of the best experiences in Rome because it is a glimpse into the ancient past before the Colosseum.
9
To do
Immersion in time and history
G
It's a great experience...
It's a great experience getting to see what's lies beneath the surface, The Church was under repair, but you can go to the archeological site. It's very interesting. Especially the Mitrea School
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Amazing Walk Through History
We visited years ago and thought this would be a great experience for our extended family. They all enjoyed it. It is a lot more developed than it was 15 years ago, but I don't think we needed tickets back then either. We pre-purchased, thinking it could get sold out on a Saturday in the summer season. That didn't work our well, as we were ready hours early and you can't adjust your time. Given the 100F weather we opted to repurchase (extra donation to the work?) as there were plenty of spaces available with 30 minutes. It is a very neat thing to take time to see. You basically transition through levels of buildings built over buildings, traveling back through time.
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Great experience.
The layers of history here are fascinating. Plus it’s cool and uncrowded! It’s a quick visit but well worthwhile. (Not for anyone with problems walking.)
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Don’t pay for audio guides.
We were charged for an audio tour but there wasn’t an audio tour. We also had tickets for 1pm but the church closes 12:30-2:00. However, once we got in at 2pm the underground area was really neat-we wish there could’ve been a tour guide for a few bucks. The entire visit took about 30 minutes.
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Local time travel
Go to St Clements for some local time travel. The design of 3.50 guide is well worth with its transparency overlays show the different eras of the site. The guide would make Tufte proud. It seems I was suppose to use a voucher to get a ticket, I was expecting someone to do the exchange- no one to be found. I just bought ticket at the ticket booth and count my online purchase a loss. I did get there before my appointed time.
K
No show tour guide and a scam
I booked a guided tour and was told the provided was Roots in Rome. The cost was 36 euro for 2 persons. Entry to San Clemente is free and underground church is 20 euro for 2 persons. So the 16 EUR extra was for the guide. The day before the tour (when the payment wax taken) I got a WhatsApp message from the guide saying Do not go to the meeting point for the tour and here is a download audio of your Tour Guide. I could not download the audio at all (tried 10 times) using WiFi. On the day no guide showed up, no audio tour and no answer on WhatsApp or from Viator to my enquiries. Therefore we were basically scammed of 16 EUR for nothing. Do not book tours with Roots in Rome on Viator
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Where is the guide???
Address where we were supposed to meet our guide had a locked gate with an intercom, the woman who answered the intercom hung up on me three times, we never did get a guide, this was an awful first experience using Viator. I hope tomorrow's trip to the Vatican museums goes super smoothly, or I will never use Viator again.
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