Skip to content
Daily Tours

Underground Rome: Saint Clement's and Roman Houses Private Tour

5.0(3)Rome

About this activity

Go from 12th to 1st century - all in one place, just 30 feet apart (vertically)! Did you know that, beneath the surface of the modern city, there's a hidden and ancient world, just waiting to be discovered? So, jump on our time machine, we'll take you back to the Imperial Rome, to explore a true hidden gem: Saint Clement's church. As qualified tour guides of Rome, we can lead you to the Basilica from IV century and, then, descend to the I century city, where a pagan temple is still visible. We'll learn about the invasion of Robert the Guiscard, who destroyed the first old Basilica, dedicated to the 4th pope, Saint Clement. You'll be then fascinated by the story of Mithras, god from Persia, whose mysterious cult was widespread among soldiers and gladiators. This site of unexpected charme is so close to the Colosseum (just a few minutes walking)... great way to understand how Rome's street level has grown from the 1st century to nowadays and explore centuries of art and history.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Admission tickets to the archaeological area
    • Licensed tour guide

    Not included

      Itinerary

      1. Basilica of San Clemente

        We'll visit the Basilica and its three parts:

        - the XIII century level - the first underground level (IV century) - the second underground level (I century)

        1 hourAdmission includedSee on map

      2. Case Romane del Celio

        The Roman houses on Coeliac Hill

        The Roman houses on Coeliac Hill are a great way to immerse yourself in daily life in ancient Rome, a dive into the past that brings history to life.

        1 hourAdmission includedSee on map

      Meeting point

      Meeting point in front of the Church's entrance

      The map shows Rome. The exact meeting point is the address above.Open larger map

      Pickup

      • Everyone meets at the start point

      Know before you go

      • Service animals allowed
      • Public transportation options are available nearby
      • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
      • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
      • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
      • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
      • One per booking

      Cancellation and refunds

      All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

      If you cancelRefund
      At least 0 days before0%
      • Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe
      • Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book
      Supplied by
      Bellissima Italy tours
      Product code
      89269P5

      Customer reviews

      5.0 · 3 reviews
      5.0
      3 reviews
      • 5 ★3
      • 4 ★0
      • 3 ★0
      • 2 ★0
      • 1 ★0

      Ratings from Viator 5.0 (1) · Tripadvisor 5.0 (2)

      You might also like

      More in Rome

      From

      $88$81per person