Rome Underground: Catacombs Tour, Aqueducts and Appian Way

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Rome Underground: Catacombs Tour, Aqueducts and Appian Way

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Duration
3 h 30 min
Group size
Up to 15 travellers
Guide languages
English

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Overview

Step into the past as you walk the historic Appian Way, marvel at ancient aqueducts, and descend into the Catacombs of San Sebastiano or Domitilla as the last visitors of the day for a crowd-free experience. Travel in comfort with air-conditioned transport and enjoy expert insights from your guide as they offer an unforgettable look at Rome’s hidden history.

What's included

Expert Catacombs tour guide
Small groups of 18 people or fewer
Ancient Roman Aqueducts
Private, air-conditioned transport
Expertly guided walking tour
Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)
Entry to the catacombs of San Sebastiano or Domitilla (depending on the day)
Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella (exterior)

Not included

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

What you will do

Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)
Walk along one of Rome’s oldest roads, lined with ancient ruins and tombs. With centuries-old paving stones beneath your feet, follow the path once used by legions, merchants, and travelers.
25 min
Stop 2
Learn about the powerful family that built this monument and how it has endured through time.
25 min
Parco Archeologico dell'Appia Antica
Stand beneath towering aqueducts that once supplied water to the city, demonstrating the engineering prowess of the Roman Empire.
Please note: The Catacombs with Colosseum option does not visit the Roman aqueducts.
45 min
Catacombe San Sebastiano
Finally, it's time to experience the eerie and fascinating Catacombs of San Sebastiano in a crowd-free setting as the last visitors of the day. Venture underground into one of Rome’s most fascinating Christian burial sites. Depending on the day, you may visit the Catacombs of Domitilla instead.
1 h 20 min
Rome
Return to Rome by private, air-conditioned transport. By the end of your tour, you'll have stepped beyond the city center and uncovered Rome’s lesser-known wonders on this immersive tour.
If you select the Catacombs with Colosseum option at time of booking, your tour continues with a guided visit of the Colosseum. Explore the inside of this world-famous arena as you learn how the amphitheater was used for gladiator fights and large-scale spectacles in Roman society.
20 min

Meeting point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets in front of the Piramide metro station, located across from Piazzale Ostiense.

Important information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
Due to the tight nature of the catacombs, those with claustrophobia may want to consider another tour.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
Please note, the tour visits the catacombs of San Sebastiano or Domitilla (depending on the day).