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Top 15 Underground Tours in Rome

39 tours  ·  from $16 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 underground tours in Rome worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Colosseum: Underground and Ancient Rome Tour - Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in about one hour
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Colosseum: Underground and Ancient Rome Tour

1.Colosseum: Underground and Ancient Rome Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 12,691 reviews · 3 hours · from $160Our pick

Spend three hours touring Ancient Rome with a live guide in English, French, or Spanish. Visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, then enter the Colosseum’s underground chambers, arena, ground floor, second tier, and exhibition areas. Guides such as Carmelo, Teddy, Maya, and Enza are praised for clear explanations and warm, lively presentations.

“Very informative and a fascinating step back into history! Teddy was a great guide. Whilst it seems a chunk of money up front, we felt it was good value given we were there for nearly 3 hours in a small group and Teddy was happy to answer questions. The underground tour addition felt such a privilege given the restricted numbers and really added to the atmosphere of the trip, knowing you have walked the same paths as the gladiators! For history fans this is a must see!”

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Rome: Crypts and Catacombs Underground Tour with Transfers - Meeting at Piazza Barberini
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Rome: Crypts and Catacombs Underground Tour with Transfers

2.Crypts and Catacombs Underground Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,341 reviews · from $74

Spend 2.5 to 3.5 hours beneath Rome’s streets, seeing the Capuchin Crypt’s bone art, early Christian catacombs, and San Martino ai Monti. Your English or Spanish guide handles the transfers, while an audio guide covers the crypt. Expect cool, dark passages, modest dress rules, and some walking.

“This was probably our favourite tour we did in Rome! It was very cool seeing the crypts, although the catacombs beneath the city was our favourite part. our guide, Andrea, was also awesome and gave some really good information about everything while still making everyone laugh and keeping the mood light. Great job!!!”

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Expert Guided Tour of Colosseum Arena OR Underground, and Forum - Inside the Colosseum: from engineering to spectacle
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Expert Guided Tour of Colosseum Arena OR Underground, and Forum

3.Expert Guided Tour of Colosseum Arena OR Underground, and Forum

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,041 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $107

Visit the Colosseum with access to either the Arena floor or Underground, then walk through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Gabriel, Rosy, Bogdan, and Nicoletta have been praised for vivid explanations. Expect headsets, strict security, and plenty of walking.

“I would not have appreciated the significance or beauty of Palatine Hill or the Forum without our wonderful guide. I’m so glad we did this with a small group. Really spectacular.”

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The Original Roman Crypts and Catacombs Tour with Transfers - The Domitilla Catacombs and their narrow passages
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The Original Roman Crypts and Catacombs Tour with Transfers

4.The Original Roman Crypts and Catacombs Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,896 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Spend about three and a half hours exploring Rome’s bone-lined Capuchin Crypt, the Domitilla Catacombs, and the underground ruins beneath San Martino ai Monti. Guides such as Andrea, Alan, Heather, and Paula have led especially engaging visits. Expect walking, narrow tunnels, an air-conditioned coach, and strict modest dress rules.

“Very complete tour with interesting historical insight, friendly and available guides, and incredible sites; bring comfy shoes!”

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Rome: Colosseum Underground Small Group Guided Tour - The arena floor puts you in the center of the show
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Rome: Colosseum Underground Small Group Guided Tour

5.Colosseum Underground Small Group Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,844 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $105

Join a small English-speaking group of up to eight for a 1.5-hour guided visit to the Colosseum underground, arena floor, and upper areas. Guides such as Paola, Carmelo, Daniella, and Sofian bring the games and gladiator world to life. Your ticket also covers self-guided access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.

“This tour is a must do. It’s a small group, ours was only 6 people. The guide Paola was entertaining , knowledgeable and enthusiastic. If wanting to do the underground this tour is recommended”

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Rome: St. Peter's Basilica, Dome Climb, and Underground Tour - Meeting at Piazza della Città Leonina
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Rome: St. Peter’s Basilica, Dome Climb, and Underground Tour

6.St. Peter’s Basilica, Dome Climb, and Underground Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,404 reviews · 1.5 - 2.5 hours · from $38

Explore St. Peter’s Basilica with a live guide, see the Papal Tombs and older basilica walls underground, then choose the Dome climb for wide views over Rome. Guides such as Claudio, Federico, Olga, Sofia, and Sophia are praised for clear storytelling and warm group care. Expect security queues, strict dress rules, and narrow stairs.

“We had Claude as our guide and he was amazing! Made every part interesting even the queuing (which as a Brit isn’t always exciting). Learnt so much about all parts of St Peter’s Basilica and Rome. Would recommend to anyone to do this tour and request Claude as your guide.”

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Rome: Colosseum Underground, Arena & Forum Tour - Entering the Colosseum with a guide
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Rome: Colosseum Underground, Arena & Forum Tour

7.Colosseum Underground, Arena & Forum Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,272 reviews · from $157

Spend three hours exploring the Colosseum’s Underground and Arena, then visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a Spanish-speaking guide. Guides such as Francesca, Donatella, Gabriele, Gabriel, and Pat have been praised for clear storytelling and good pacing. The Forum and Palatine Hill remain yours to explore after the guided portion.

“Excellent tour of the Roman Forum, Palatino and Colosseum. Very informative guide who was very willing to answer questions from the group. Tour was a good pace to maximise sightseeing without being rushed. Worth it alone for access to the Colosseum underground and arena.”

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Rome: Catacombs of St. Callixtus Entry Ticket & Guided Tour - Reaching the catacombs from central Rome
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Rome: Catacombs of St. Callixtus Entry Ticket & Guided Tour

8.Catacombs of St. Callixtus Entry Ticket & Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,037 reviews · 30 min · from $16Best value

Spend 30 minutes beneath Rome’s Appian Way at the Catacombs of St. Callixtus. A live guide leads you through the Crypt of the Popes, the Crypt of St. Cecilia, and early Christian burial chambers. Tours run in English, Italian, French, or German. Expect a cool, respectful visit with no photography and no exposed skeletons.

“It was a very interesting, worthwhile and enjoyable tour. The guide was excellent, great fun and knowledgeable (older French man with 5 languages). Would recommend.”

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Colosseum Underground & Ancient Rome Guided Tour - Entering the Colosseum arena and upper level
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Colosseum Underground & Ancient Rome Guided Tour

9.Colosseum Underground & Ancient Rome Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,590 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $74

Spend about three hours with an English-speaking guide at the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Choose arena-only entry or the underground option, where gladiators and animals once waited beneath the arena. Guides such as Carmelo, Solomon, Mirta, and Teddy have led engaging tours, with headsets supplied to make the commentary easier to follow.

“Carmelo. Brilliant tour guide, very knowledgeable & helpful. Highly recommended this tour … ………………..”

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Rome: Guided Roman Catacombs Tour with Transfers - The 15-minute minivan ride from central Rome
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Rome: Guided Roman Catacombs Tour with Transfers

10.Guided Roman Catacombs Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,830 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $65

Travel by minivan from central Rome to the Domitilla Catacombs, then walk 16 metres underground through four levels of burial chambers and early Christian art. Your guide explains the frescoes, Roman burial customs, persecutions, and the Basilica of Nereus and Achilleus. Shared and private options are available in six languages.

“the tour guide we had had so much knowledge of this place. what an experience. highly recommend”

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Rome: Catacombs Guided Tour with Transfer - The 30-minute ride is part of the experience
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Rome: Catacombs Guided Tour with Transfer

11.Catacombs Guided Tour with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,808 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $54

Travel from Piazza d’Aracoeli to Rome’s ancient catacombs by open bus, then follow a guided route through tomb-lined tunnels dating to the 2nd century AD. Guides speak six languages, and the ride can include commentary from drivers such as Alessandro. Optional add-ons cover the Capuchin Crypt or Trevi underground ruins.

“The Catacombs were great. The tour bus driver was excellent and lots of fun”

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Rome EBike Tour: Appian Way, Catacombs & Roman Aqueducts - Choosing between four and six hours
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Rome EBike Tour: Appian Way, Catacombs & Roman Aqueducts

12.Rome EBike Tour: Appian Way, Catacombs & Roman Aqueducts

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,766 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $102Top rated

Leave central Rome by Cannondale e-bike and ride 27 kilometers through the Appian Way, Roman countryside, catacombs, and Aqueducts Park. The six-hour option includes a guided underground visit. Guides such as Cas, Carmen, Fabio, and Nami are praised for clear history and careful street riding. Expect some rough paths and city traffic.

“A bit challenging in some areas, but overall not bad biking terrain. Beautiful way to experience the Appian Way and the ruins of the Aqueduct. Our guide was super helpful and historically knowledgeable.”

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Rome: Trevi Fountain and Underground Guided Tour - Reading the Trevi Fountain before going underground
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Rome: Trevi Fountain and Underground Guided Tour

13.Trevi Fountain and Underground Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,664 reviews · 40 min · from $41

Meet your guide by the Trevi Fountain and spend 20 minutes learning how Rome’s famous monument works before visiting Vicus Caprarius, nine meters underground. See a functioning ancient aqueduct, an imperial Domus, and layers of Roman construction. Guides including Mario and Francesca are known for lively explanations. The fountain’s restricted basin area costs €2 extra.

“It was so cool to see the underground! Def recommend! So much history!”

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Rome: Catacombs and Capuchin Crypt Guided Tour with Transfer - The ride from central Rome to the catacombs
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Rome: Catacombs and Capuchin Crypt Guided Tour with Transfer

14.Catacombs and Capuchin Crypt Guided Tour with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,606 reviews · 2.5 - 3.5 hours · from $41

Meet near Piazza Barberini for a guided visit to Rome’s bone-lined Capuchin Crypt and an early Christian catacomb. Guides such as Monica, Fiona, Davide, and Maria add context along the way, while private air-conditioned vans handle the trip outside the center. Expect 2.5 to 3.5 hours, walking, stairs, and no indoor photography.

“Monica was a fantastic guide with humor, balance, and local color commentary. On a more serious note, she did a fantastic job of presenting the Capuchin Crypt in a way that left space for any and all personal reactions. Highly recommend. Radios also worked shockingly well, even when we were in four separate tour vehicles navigating the complicated Italian traffic situation.”

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Rome: Appian Way, Catacombs, & Roman Aqueducts E-bike Tour - Starting at Via Labicana 49
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Rome: Appian Way, Catacombs, & Roman Aqueducts E-bike Tour

15.Appian Way, Catacombs, & Roman Aqueducts E-bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,421 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $85

Trade Rome’s traffic for ancient roads and open countryside on a 27-kilometer Cannondale e-bike ride. You’ll pass tombs, villas, the Circus of Maxentius, and the Aqueducts Park, with a guided Catacomb visit on the six-hour option. Guides such as Arina, Oscar, and Agnese are known for careful road handling and lively Roman history.

“The tour and guide were excellent. You do need to be comfortable on a bike to take this tour, if you are confident on a bike the pace and condition of the bike is great.”

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