Roma: tour a piedi dei templi sotterranei e delle reliquie della Crocifissione

In evidenza

Itinerario

1. 1

   Basilica of San Clemente

   You will enjoy a fascinating journey deep underground St. Clement's Basilica, a few meters away from the Colosseum. You will go through three layers of ancient monuments built on top of each other, and learn about forgotten pagan cults, early Christianity, and mystic symbolism. You will visit the best preserved Temple of Mithras and touch the underground river flowing below the streets of Rome and below the Colosseum. You will marvel at ancient mosaics and at the stories they portray. You will appreciate the intimacy of a small group of maximum 10 people

   1 h 15 min•Ingresso incluso•Vedi sulla mappa

2. 2

   Basilica of St. John Lateran

   Having learned about paganism, the early persecutions and the martyrs, make a walk to the Cathedral of Rome, the Basilica of St. John Lateran, and find out why it is known as “Mother and head of all churches on Earth”. Be impressed by the beauty of the golden interior and the ancient frescos and hear about Emperor Constantine and why he legalized Christianity in 313.

   30 minuti•Ingresso gratuito•Vedi sulla mappa

3. 3

   Holy Stairs

   Learn about the Emperor’s mother, St. Helena, and her pilgrimage to Jerusalem to recover the artifacts, safeguarded by the early underground church in the Holy Land. Among those, see the Holy Stairs, the original stairs of the praetorium which Jesus climbed at his judgment.

   15 minuti•Ingresso gratuito•Vedi sulla mappa

4. 4

   Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem

   Finally, walk to the church built with earth brought from the Holy land, the Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem and see the other Holy Relics secured by Helena including a nail from the Crucifixion, the walnut board Pontius Pilate put above the cross as well as the wood of the Cross Jesus was crucified on. See also fragments of the wall from the cave of the nativity in Bethlehem and two thorns of the crown of the Passion of Christ.

   30 minuti•Ingresso gratuito•Vedi sulla mappa

5. 5

   Roma Termini

   Choose to extend your journey to the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, where stunning mosaics and sacred relics offer insight into the church's importance in Christian history.

   1 ora•Ingresso incluso•Vedi sulla mappa

Punto d'incontro

Meet us at Piazza di San Clemente, 00184 Rome. Please arrive 5 minutes before your scheduled starting time. Look for a member of staff holding a yellow label.

La mappa mostra Roma. Il punto d'incontro esatto è l'indirizzo qui sopra.Apri mappa più grande

Prelievo

• Tutti si incontrano al punto di partenza

Da sapere prima di partire

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Please note: In the event that certain areas of one of the churches are closed, your guide will adapt the itinerary by highlighting alternative sites. As a result, the overall duration will remain unchanged
• An appropriate dress-code is required in order to enter the churches: knees and shoulders should be covered.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes: a moderate amount of walking is involved.
• This tour is not wheelchair-accessible.
• This tour is subject to weather conditions and/or liturgic-calendar events. If canceled you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
• Not recommended for people with claustrophobia
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

Cancellazione e rimborso

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• Annullato e rimborsato per intero se il meteo lo rende rischioso