Catacombs of Rome
THE CATACOMBS OF ROME
Visit the catacombs of Rome
The catacombs of Rome are a veritable underground labyrinth of tunnels and tombs carved into the rock, stretching for miles and miles beneath the city. A visit to the catacombs offers an opportunity to explore and discover the lesser known side of Rome. During guided tours, catacomb experts offer a detailed explanation of the history of the Roman catacombs, ancient Roman burial practices, and their use during the Christian era.
Discover Underground Rome
The catacombs are open only to guided tours; it is not possible to visit them independently.
The Catacombs of San Callisto
It is important to reserve tickets for the Borghese Gallery in advance, as access is limited to a certain number of visitors each day. Alternatively, you can book a guided tour to learn more about the art and history of the gallery with the assistance of experienced tour guides who will lead you through the exhibition collections.
Villa Borghese and its Gallery
The catacombs of St. Callistus have a network of tunnels more than 20 kilometers long. They were the burial place of 16 pontiffs and dozens of Christian martyrs.
Opening Hours:
Thursday through Tuesday, 9:00 am to noon and 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
The Catacombs of St. Sebastian
The catacombs of St. Sebastian are 12 kilometers long. They are named after St. Sebastian, a soldier who became a martyr for converting to Christianity. These catacombs, along with those of St. Callistus, represent the best catacombs that can be visited at present. They are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 am to noon and 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Opening Hours:
Monday through Saturday, 9:00 am to noon and 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
The Catacombs of Domitilla
The catacombs of Domitilla were discovered in 1593. They are more than 15 kilometers long and named after Vespasian’s granddaughter.
Opening Hours:
Wednesday through Monday, 9:00 am to noon and 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
The Catacombs of Priscilla
The catacombs of Priscilla preserve some very important frescoes in art history, such as early depictions of the Virgin Mary.
Opening Hours:
Tuesday through Sunday, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
The Catacombs of St. Agnes
The catacombs of St. Agnes are named after the Christian martyr Agnes, who was buried here.
Opening Hours:
9 a.m. to noon and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., closed Sunday morning and Monday afternoon.
How to reach the catacombs?
The Catacombs of San Callisto: Via Appia Antica
- Metro A and Metro B
- Bus 714
The Catacombs of St. Sebastian: Via Appia Antica
- Metro B
- Bus 118
The Catacombs of Domitilla: Street of the Seven Churches
- Bus 714/160/30/670
The Catacombs of Priscilla: Via Salaria
- Metro B
Bus 310/63/92
The Catacombs of St. Agnes: Via Nomentana
- Metro B
- Bus 168/544/60/66/82