Exclusive After-Hours: Crypts, Catacombs & Bone Chapel Tour

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Uncover the hidden, shadowy side of Rome on this unforgettable night-time tour through its most mysterious and macabre landmarks. Over 2.5 hours, immerse yourself in the hauntingly beautiful Capuchin Crypts and the ancient Priscilla Catacombs, where history and eerie ambiance blend under the cover of darkness. Begin your journey at the Capuchin Crypts beneath Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini, a site adorned with intricate mosaics crafted from the bones of over 4,000 monks—a chilling yet reflective meditation on mortality. Then, delve into the labyrinthine Priscilla Catacombs, often called the “Queen of the Catacombs,” where ancient tombs, stunning frescoes, and the earliest depiction of the Virgin Mary transport you to the secret world of Rome’s early Christians. Guided by expert narration and lantern light, this tour reveals a thought-provoking and atmospheric glimpse into the city’s hidden depths, leaving you with a new appreciation for its darker history.

What's Included

  • After-hours access to the Capuchin Crypts & Bone Chapel
  • After-hours access to the Catacombs of Priscilla
  • Transport by air-conditioned coach
  • Gratuities to your awesome guide
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Piazza Barberini
00187 Roma RM, Italy

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Museum and Crypt of Capuchins Friars

The Capuchin Crypt sets the tone for the tour. Capuchin monks used the bones of nearly 4,000 of their brothers to decorate this somber space in intricate floor-to-ceiling designs, earning it the macabre nickname of ‘the Bone Chapel’.Fewer visitors brave the Bone Chapel after dark, so you’ll have space to examine every detail of this strange place of worship, from an actual skull-and-crossbones to chandeliers made of human vertebrae. Your guide will tell you the theories, but it’s up to you to draw your own conclusions about the meaning of the crypt’s skeletal furnishings.
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Catacombe di Priscilla

An air-conditioned coach will take you from here to your second site, the Catacombs of Priscilla. No other tour is permitted to enter these hallowed tunnels after-hours. Almost 2,000 years ago, early Christians took shelter here to bury their dead and practice their forbidden faith. With no other visitors around, and with your expert, English-speaking guide to relay the history of the tombs and tunnels, you can truly experience the atmosphere of this sacred spot.Follow the setting sun down into Rome’s mysterious underworld – and you’ll never see the city the same way again.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Exclusive After-Hours: Crypts, Catacombs & Bone Chapel Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Exclusive After-Hours: Crypts, Catacombs & Bone Chapel Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (CEST).
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • After-hours access to the Capuchin Crypts & Bone Chapel.
  • After-hours access to the Catacombs of Priscilla.
  • Transport by air-conditioned coach.
  • Audio guided tour of the Capuchin Crypts.
  • English Speaking Expert Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities to your awesome guide.
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Accessibility information for the Exclusive After-Hours: Crypts, Catacombs & Bone Chapel Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • After-hours access to the Capuchin Crypts & Bone Chapel
  • After-hours access to the Catacombs of Priscilla
  • Transport by air-conditioned coach
  • Audio guided tour of the Capuchin Crypts
  • English Speaking Expert Tour Guide
  • Gratuities to your awesome guide

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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