Discover the spiritual heart of Rome on a fascinating private guided tour through the city’s most important Christian landmarks. Visit the magnificent Basilica of Saint Mary Major, the Arch-basilica of Saint John Lateran, and explore the ancient Catacombs, the underground cemeteries where the first Christian communities buried their dead and preserved their faith during times of persecution.
Please note that the basilicas cannot be visited on the mornings of religious feast days or during special liturgical celebrations.
PRIVATE TOUR: Christian Rome and the Catacombs
DURATION: about 3 hours
LANGUAGE: English
AVAIBILITY: Every day except Sunday, December 25th and January 1st.
Price includes: private guide service (about 3 hours), earphones to facilitate listening to the explanation of the guide for groups of more than 10 visitors. The price does NOT include the taxi transfer from St. John Lateran to the Catacombs.
The Catacombs that can be visited are St. Callixtus (also known as the Cemetery of Callixtus), or alternatively the Catacombs of Domitilla, depending on the daily availability and the weekly closing days.
Our Guides
All Italy Travels guides are officially licensed by the Province of Rome and selected for their extensive experience, professionalism, and outstanding knowledge of the city’s history and artistic heritage.
Many of our guides are art historians, archaeologists, and university lecturers, ensuring engaging, informative, and memorable tours. Our commitment is to provide every guest with the highest level of service by working with some of the finest guides in Rome.
