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Underground Rome: Private Tour of Celio Houses and St. Clemente

About this experience

Enjoy an incredible adventure and discover the secret spots hidden underneath Rome.
Explore Roman Houses on the Celio Hill and admire their beautiful frescoes while learning what life was like 2,000 years ago in one of the wealthiest neighbourhoods in Rome.

Continue with the Basilica of San Clemente, an early Christian basilica not far from the Colosseum and dedicated to Pope St. Clement.

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr
  • Private experience

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Tour with pick up and drop off
Transportation Service: This option includes both hotel pick up and drop off services.
Pickup included
Standard Tour - Pick up only
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesGerman (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Private Walking Tour
  • Admission tickets for Case Romane del Celio and for the Basilica of S.Clemente
  • Hotel pick up and drop off (If option selected)
  • One Way Transfer from your hotel/accommodation to the tour site
  • Blue badge certified private tour guide

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Extras

Itinerary and highlights

Visit one of the most famous churches in Rome, St. Clemente with its mysterious undergrounds.
Admire the spectacular mosaics and frescoes and discover its excavations! Entrance tickets will be purchased on site.

This subterranean visit is a perfect extension for those loving off the beaten path visits. The Roman Houses on the Celio Hill are one of the most fascinating subterranean spaces in Rome due to their extremely well conserved frescoed rooms and because of the artistic and religious value of the site.

Meeting and pickup information

  • We pick you up from any hotel in Rome City Center (within the Aurelian Walls)

Languages and tickets

  • German — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • CityEyes Private Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Appropriate clothing is highly recommended. Please be aware that the access to holy sites requires a strict dress code.
  • Shoulders and knees have to be properly covered
  • To ensure the safety and well-being of all our guests, every reservation that includes minors (under 18) must be accompanied by at least one adult. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept bookings made exclusively by unaccompanied minors.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We pick you up from any hotel in Rome City Center (within the Aurelian Walls)
Which guide languages are listed?
German (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 4+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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