Sacred burial grounds beneath the city
The Catacombs of Rome
Why locals love it
Venturing underground to visit the catacombs is an experience not to be missed. With narrow alleys, chapels, stairways and arches, it’s as if you’re walking through a mini subterranean city. These early burial grounds hold huge historical and religious significance, and while they’re a little bit macabre, they’re also amazing.
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Why you should visit it
Few people know that there are more than 60 catacombs in Rome. The most famous ones include San Sebastiano, San Callisto, Domitilla and Priscilla. These underground passages abound with sculptures, frescoes and epigraphs, offering invaluable insight into the rites and customs of the early Church years.
Special tip
Tours are guided.
The Catacombs of Rome
Via Appia Antica, 110/126 Tu-Su: 08:30-12:00
Fr-Th: 14:30-17:00