Private Catacombs and Saints Crypts Tour in Rome for Catholics

Highlights

• Basilica of San Clemente
• Roman Catacombs
• Capuchin Crypt

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Basilica of San Clemente

   1h

   The Basilica of San Clemente in Rome offers Catholic visitors a profound journey through layers of Christian history. From its 12th-century basilica with stunning mosaics, including the apse's Christ as the Tree of Life, visitors descend to a 4th-century church featuring frescoes of early Christian worship. Beneath this is a 1st-century Roman mansion and a Mithraeum, highlighting Rome’s transition from paganism to Christianity.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   1h

   The Catacombs of San Pancrazio, located beneath the Basilica of San Pancrazio in Rome's Trastevere district, are an intriguing and lesser-known site of early Christian worship and burial. Dedicated to St. Pancras, a young Roman martyr, the catacombs were used by early Christians as a place to bury their dead and celebrate the Eucharist in secret during times of persecution.

3. 3

   Museum and Crypt of Capuchins Friars

   1h

   The Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars in Rome offers a fascinating and contemplative glimpse into the life, spirituality, and mortality of the Capuchin Franciscan Order. Located beneath the Church of Santa Maria della Concezione, the museum showcases the history and mission of the Capuchin friars, known for their simplicity, charity, and dedication to the poor. Exhibits include religious artifacts, artworks, and documents, including a famous painting by Caravaggio. The most striking feature of the visit is the crypt, where the bones of over 3,700 friars are artistically arranged in elaborate displays across six small chapels.

Before you go

Location