Underground Rome San Callisto Catacombs Guided Tour Experience

Overview

Descend beneath the historic Appian Way on a guided tour of the Catacombs of San Callisto. Explore the underground galleries and learn about early Christian burial customs. - Explore the underground world of the Catacombs of San Callisto - Visit the Crypt of the Popes and discover its early Christian history - Discover the crypt of Santa Cecilia and the traditions surrounding the saint - See ancient burial niches, inscriptions and surviving Christian artwork - Learn more about early Christian burial customs and the development of Christianity During the visit, your guide will provide historical context that helps bring the underground site to life, connecting the physical remains to the history of Rome's early Christian communities. Learn how the catacombs were built, how they were used, and why San Callisto became such an important site in the history of Christianity.