Small-Group Tour at Underground Temples of St. Clement's Basilica Discount Tickets

Overview

Discover the ancient treasures hidden below St. Clement’s Basilica that are overlooked by most visitors to Rome. Follow your guide three levels down to explore ancient pagan temples, the 1st-century home of St. Clement, and a 4th-century basilica with original frescoes—as well as an underground river. End with a tour of the 12th-century basilica above ground, known for its spectacular mosaics. Delve into a hidden underground world of pagan and early Christian ruins A guide to explain the layers of history beneath St. Clement’s Basilica Time to explore the basilica above ground, including its famed mosaics A small-group tour for a more intimate experience and personal attention

Meeting and Pickup

End Point

Language Offered

German-GUIDE

Portuguese-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Expert live guide

Luggage deposit in our office for the duration of the tour

Guided tour of Santo Stefano Rotondo (only if this option is selected during purchase)

Entrance fees to the Basilica di San Clemente

Exclusion

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Food and drinks

Optional gratuities

Guided tour of Santo Stefano Rotondo (unless specifically chosen during purchase)

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

An appropriate dress-code is required in order to enter the churches: knees and shoulders should be covered

This tour is subject to weather conditions and/or liturgic-calendar events. If canceled you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund

Photography and filming inside the basilica’s is not allowed

Your phone should be on put on silence before visiting the basilica’s

If you choose to extend your tour with the optional visit to Santo Stefano Rotondo, please note that the itinerary may vary. Depending on the schedule, you may begin your visit at Basilica San Clemente and proceed to Santo Stefano Rotondo, or vice versa. Therefore, also the ending point may vary

It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved and you will be walking many steps and stairs

Pets are not allowed inside the basilica’s

We recommend you to bring your own headphones in order to minimise plastic waste

The frescoes inside the Basilica di Santo Stefano Rotondo depict graphic scenes of martyrdom and may not be appropriate for children

Please note that the extended option with Santo Stefano Rotondo may occasionally be unavailable due to special events or liturgical celebrations

Not recommended for customers with claustrophobia