This Roman catacombs tour starts with an exclusive visit to one of the most unique and spine-tingling sights in Rome, the crypt of Orazione e Morte. It’s easy to miss this 16th-century church tucked down an alley, but your expert guide knows the fascinating history that lies beneath your feet.

After a brief introduction of the church’s history from your guide, they will ring the doorbell and wait for a nun to escort you and your small group into the church for an exclusive visit. You’ll follow the nun down a short flight of stairs into the crypt, revealing the bones and remains of thousands of individuals in a jaw-dropping display of life and death. Although it might appear macabre, your expert guide will tell you why the early Christians in Rome actually consider the display life-affirming.

Next, it's off to the city's most interesting catacombs. The catacomb contains miles of creepy tunnels and the world’s oldest collection of bones. Your expert, guide, hand-picked for knowledge of the catacombs, will lead your small group of 18 people or fewer through these wonderfully historic and atmospheric tunnels, while telling you the storey of early Christianity. Large groups simply can’t fit into these areas, so take advantage of this truly unique access.

With comfortable, air-conditioned transport to and from the catacombs, your only responsibility is to immerse yourself in the thrills and wonder of Rome. Our expert guides have been hand-picked for this experience based on both their knowledge and love of history. They make the perfect escorts through our eeriest and most mysterious tour.