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Catacombs Guided Tour with Big Bus Transfer
Explore Rome's ancient underground burial sites, with a convenient and scenic bus transfer through the Ancient Appian Way, recently listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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What you'll do
Enjoy a Big Bus Catacombs guided tour and bus transfer with Go City®
- Your pass gives you access to a guided tour of the Catacombs, plus a comfortable bus transfer where you can enjoy panoramic views along the Ancient Appian Way, celebrated for its historical and cultural significance as a prime example of Roman engineering and architecture.
- Explore the Catacombs of San Sebastiano with an expert guide.
- Immerse yourself in Rome's history with captivating tales from Big Bus' digital audio app.
About this experience
Unravel the secrets of Rome's past on this exciting and immersive tour of the Catacombs of San Sebastiano.
The bus departs from the convenient location of Termini Train Station and journeys 45 minutes to the catacombs. As the bus makes its way through the bustling streets of Rome, an audio provides a captivating narrative, offering historical context and intriguing stories about the city’s landmarks. This introductory phase sets the stage for the main attraction: the Catacombs.
Upon arrival at the Catacombs, you'll be greeted by the cool, dimly-lit tunnels that stretch for miles beneath the city. These ancient burial sites, dating back to the 2nd century, were originally created as Christian cemeteries and offer a fascinating glimpse into early Christian history. The tour typically includes visits to some of the most renowned catacombs of San Sebastiano.
The return journey on the Big Bus offers more than just a ride back; it’s a continuation of the immersive experience. As the bus weaves through Rome, you'll enjoy panoramic views of the city’s iconic landmarks, such as the Colosseum, Caffarella Park, Fosse Ardeatine, the Baths of Caracalla, and Circus Maximus. As part of this journey, you'll also see the Ancient Appian Way, now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its innovative design and its influence on road construction throughout history.
Where you'll be
Operating hours
Departures from stop #1 Termini Railway Station: 9.35AM, 11.05AM and 12.35PM.
Travel Time from stop #1 to Catacombs stop #4 takes 45mins.
San Sebastiano Catacombs Guided Tours Depart from Stop #4 (Catacombs of San Sebastiano)
- English Tours: 10:20AM, 12PM & 2PM
- Spanish Tours: 10:40AM & 11:50AM
- French Tours: 11AM & 12:10PM
- Italian Tour: 12:20PM
- German Tour: 1:50PM
Last Minivan will pass by stop #4 Catacombs of San Sebastiano at 3:02PM and it will finish the loop at stop #1 Termini Railway Station.
Closings & holidays
January 1
Easter Sunday
The tour will not operate from the 2nd of December until the 22nd of December.
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