Rome: Catacombs & Off-the-Beaten-Track Private 4-Hour Experience

Highlights

• Skip-the-Line Catacombs Entrance
• Expert Private Guide
• 4-Hour Immersive Tour

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)

   1h

   • Stop 1: Catacomb of Rome (1 hour) o Explore the ancient underground tunnels used as burial sites for early Christians and martyrs. Learn about the history and significance of the catacombs from your knowledgeable guide. See fascinating frescoes and artifacts that date back centuries.

2. 2

   Abbazia di San Paolo Fuori Le Mura

   30min

   • Stop 2: Saint Paul Outside the Walls Visit the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, one of the four major basilicas of Rome. Admire the beautiful mosaics and architecture of the basilica. Learn about the life of Saint Paul and his importance to Christianity.

3. 3

   Piramide Cestia

   10min

   • Stop 3: Pyramid of Cestius See the unusual Pyramid of Cestius, an ancient Roman tomb that resembles an Egyptian pyramid. Learn about the history and purpose of the pyramid. Take in the views of the surrounding area from the top of the pyramid (optional).

4. 4

   Aventine

   30min

   • Stop 4: Garden of Oranges Relax and enjoy the beautiful views of Rome from the Garden of Oranges. Take a stroll through the gardens and admire the orange trees and flowers. Learn about the history of the gardens and their connection to the Dominican Order.

5. 5

   Terrazza del Gianicolo

   20min

   • Stop 5: Janiculum (45 minutes) Visit the Janiculum, one of the highest hills in Rome, for panoramic views of the city. See the equestrian statue of Giuseppe Garibaldi, a famous Italian general. Learn about the history of the Janiculum and its role in Roman history. Stop 6: Fontana dell'Acqua Paola (30 minutes) Admire the Fontana dell'Acqua Paola, a beautiful Baroque fountain with impressive water displays. Learn about the history of the fountain and its importance to the city of Rome. Take in the views of the city from the top of the Janiculum hill. End: Your hotel in Rome

Before you go

Location

Via Appia Antica 42, 00178, Italy