Discover one of Rome’s most fascinating hidden treasures on a guided visit of San Clemente Basilica and its underground excavations. With a licensed guide, descend through layers of history: from the medieval basilica to the 4th-century church below, then into ancient Roman rooms and the Mithraeum beneath the city. Please note: until mid-2027, scaffolding will be present in the upper Basilica only.
Arrive at the entrance at least 15 minutes before the time indicated on your ticket. The entrance to the Basilica and the excavations is located in Piazza di San Clemente. Please look for the guide holding a Gyash Tours flag. A reservation is required to access the archaeological excavations.
Highlights
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Reserved time slot
Mithraeum and Roman rooms
Licensed tour guide
Underground archaeological area
Excavations entrance ticket
San Clemente Basilica visit
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation
Food and drinks
Meeting Points
Departure
Basilica of San Clemente
Please arrive 10 minutes before your selected time. Entrance to the basilica and excavations is on Piazza S. Clemente.
Rome: San Clemente Basilica & Underground Excavations Tour
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Discover one of Rome’s most fascinating hidden treasures on a guided visit of San Clemente Basilica and its underground excavations. With a licensed guide, descend through layers of history: from the medieval basilica to the 4th-century church below, then into ancient Roman rooms and the Mithraeum beneath the city. Please note: until mid-2027, scaffolding will be present in the upper Basilica only.
Arrive at the entrance at least 15 minutes before the time indicated on your ticket. The entrance to the Basilica and the excavations is located in Piazza di San Clemente. Please look for the guide holding a Gyash Tours flag. A reservation is required to access the archaeological excavations.
Highlights
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Reserved time slot
Mithraeum and Roman rooms
Licensed tour guide
Underground archaeological area
Excavations entrance ticket
San Clemente Basilica visit
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation
Food and drinks
Meeting Points
Departure
Basilica of San Clemente
Please arrive 10 minutes before your selected time. Entrance to the basilica and excavations is on Piazza S. Clemente.
Return
Itinerary
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Basilica of San Clemente
San Clemente stands out because it offers a rare “journey downward” through different eras of Rome in one visit. English-speaking travelers repeatedly describe it as a hidden gem and praise the underground layers and Mithraeum as the real highlight of the experience.
