Rome's Hidden Depths: Underground Treasures and Ancient History

Highlights

• Expert English-speaking Guide
• Iconic and Hidden Locations
• Art and Ancient History

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   San Pietro in Vincoli

   30min

   Your first stop is the Church of San Pietro in Vincoli, home to Michelangelo’s breathtaking statue of Moses and the miraculous chains said to have bound Saint Peter.

2. 2

   Basilica dei Santi Silvestro e Martino ai Monti

   30min

   As our second venue, we will stroll to the charming San Martino ai Monti, a hidden gem boasting stunning frescoes and an intriguing underground crypt dating back to ancient Rome.

3. 3

   Parco di Colle Oppio

   Pass by

   On the way to the third and last venue, you'll wander through the lush Parco del Colle Oppio, passing the ruins of the Domus Aurea, Emperor Nero’s opulent Golden House, a testament to Rome’s imperial grandeur.

4. 4

   Basilica of San Clemente

   1h

   As your last venue, you'll arrive at the magnificent Basilica di San Clemente, a layered masterpiece revealing centuries of history, from its medieval mosaics to its hidden Mithraic temple deep below. A true "archaeological lasagna"!

Before you go

Location