Step into a world that most visitors to the Vatican never see with the Exclusive Vatican Underground — Necropolis of Via Triumphalis. This unique experience takes you beneath the Vatican to an astonishing Roman burial site, beautifully preserved through the centuries. Wander among ancient tombs, mosaics, marbles, and frescoes that tell powerful stories of faith, family, and status. See how noble knightly families transformed simple graves into luxurious resting places with elegant sarcophagi and dazzling decorations. Thanks to recent restorations, the site shines with renewed splendor — and you get to walk right through it. Led by expert guides who bring every detail to life, this tour offer...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tickets
All Fees and Taxes
Guided tour
Transportation
tips
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza del Risorgimento
Meeting point is 15 min before the tour, inside the bar "Ottagono" in the center of the square. Our field mangers will wait for you there with Rome tour sign.
Return
Itinerary
1
Via Triumphalis Necropolis
Discover a side of the Vatican that few visitors ever see with the Exclusive Vatican Underground — Via Triumphalis experience. This remarkable archaeological site beneath the Vatican Museums reveals a vast Roman necropolis, offering a rare look into everyday life in ancient Rome. Walk among remarkably preserved tombs and inscriptions belonging to members of the lower-middle class — freedmen, artisans, and small craftsmen — whose stories are often missing from history books. Accompanied by a specialized guide, you’ll explore hidden passageways and uncover artifacts that illuminate faith, tradition, and burial customs from centuries past. This unforgettable underground journey takes you beyond the grand basilicas to the authentic layers of Vatican history, making it a must-see for travelers who love archaeology, culture, and hidden treasures.
1 hour and 30 minutes
Vatican Underground Necropolis tour
(9) Reviews
Vatican City
About
Step into a world that most visitors to the Vatican never see with the Exclusive Vatican Underground — Necropolis of Via Triumphalis. This unique experience takes you beneath the Vatican to an astonishing Roman burial site, beautifully preserved through the centuries. Wander among ancient tombs, mosaics, marbles, and frescoes that tell powerful stories of faith, family, and status. See how noble knightly families transformed simple graves into luxurious resting places with elegant sarcophagi and dazzling decorations. Thanks to recent restorations, the site shines with renewed splendor — and you get to walk right through it. Led by expert guides who bring every detail to life, this tour offer...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tickets
All Fees and Taxes
Guided tour
Transportation
tips
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza del Risorgimento
Meeting point is 15 min before the tour, inside the bar "Ottagono" in the center of the square. Our field mangers will wait for you there with Rome tour sign.
