Catacombs of St. Callixtus: Guided Tour

Rome hides countless remains underground, but few areas are as important as the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, one of the main ancient Christian cemeteries and burial place of many martyrs and the first popes. During this guided tour you will visit the most fascinating parts of this vast complex of the third century, where about half a million faithful were buried. You will discover the meaning of the symbols carved into the rock, walk through ancient crypts and learn about the subway history and spiritual development of ancient Rome. With a duration of 40 minutes, it is a perfect introduction to the hidden world beneath the Eternal City.