This spiritually enriching tour is designed for Catholic pilgrims seeking a deeper connection to their faith. With private transfers between locations and a knowledgeable guide, you will explore the layers of Christian history at the Basilica of San Clemente, where you descend through centuries of religious heritage. Next, journey through the Roman Catacombs, where early Christians worshipped and buried their dead in secrecy during persecution. Finally, visit the Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars, where the intricate bone arrangements serve as a moving reflection on mortality and the hope of resurrection. This private tour offers comfort, flexibility, and a meaningful exploration of Ro...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English & 3 Others
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English & 3 Others
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Professional Guide
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Basilica of San Clemente
Meet your guide in front of the Basilica. They will be holding a sign with your name on it.
Catacombs and Saints Ctypts Private Tour in Rome for Catholics
Roma
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This spiritually enriching tour is designed for Catholic pilgrims seeking a deeper connection to their faith. With private transfers between locations and a knowledgeable guide, you will explore the layers of Christian history at the Basilica of San Clemente, where you descend through centuries of religious heritage. Next, journey through the Roman Catacombs, where early Christians worshipped and buried their dead in secrecy during persecution. Finally, visit the Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars, where the intricate bone arrangements serve as a moving reflection on mortality and the hope of resurrection. This private tour offers comfort, flexibility, and a meaningful exploration of Ro...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English & 3 Others
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English & 3 Others
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Professional Guide
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Basilica of San Clemente
Meet your guide in front of the Basilica. They will be holding a sign with your name on it.
Return
Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars
Your tour ends here.
Itinerary
1
Basilica of San Clemente
The Basilica of San Clemente in Rome offers Catholic visitors a profound journey through layers of Christian history. From its 12th-century basilica with stunning mosaics, including the apse's Christ as the Tree of Life, visitors descend to a 4th-century church featuring frescoes of early Christian worship. Beneath this is a 1st-century Roman mansion and a Mithraeum, highlighting Rome’s transition from paganism to Christianity.
1 hour
2
Catacomba di San Pancrazio
The Catacombs of San Pancrazio, located beneath the Basilica of San Pancrazio in Rome's Trastevere district, are an intriguing and lesser-known site of early Christian worship and burial. Dedicated to St. Pancras, a young Roman martyr, the catacombs were used by early Christians as a place to bury their dead and celebrate the Eucharist in secret during times of persecution.
1 hour
3
Museum and Crypt of Capuchins Friars
The Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars in Rome offers a fascinating and contemplative glimpse into the life, spirituality, and mortality of the Capuchin Franciscan Order. Located beneath the Church of Santa Maria della Concezione, the museum showcases the history and mission of the Capuchin friars, known for their simplicity, charity, and dedication to the poor. Exhibits include religious artifacts, artworks, and documents, including a famous painting by Caravaggio. The most striking feature of the visit is the crypt, where the bones of over 3,700 friars are artistically arranged in elaborate displays across six small chapels.
