Private Underground Tour of the Celio Houses in Rome
Step beneath the streets of Rome and uncover the city’s hidden past on this exclusive private tour of the Case Romane del Celio. Located near the Colosseum, these ancient Roman homes, buried for centuries beneath the Basilica of Saints John and Paul, offer a rare glimpse into daily life during Imperial Rome. Guided by a knowledgeable private expert, you’ll explore beautifully preserved rooms, corridors, and frescoed walls dating from the 1st to 4th century AD. Discover the fascinating transformation of these luxurious residences into early Christian places of worship, and learn how their preservation unveils layers of history, from pagan rituals to Christian devotion. With skip-the-line access, personalized attention, and immersive storytelling, this underground journey is a must for history lovers, archaeology enthusiasts, and curious travelers seeking to experience Rome’s lesser-known treasures in an intimate and unforgettable way.
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Rome is about 33 min by road from Rome Fiumicino Airport. Three thousand years stacked on top of each other, still busy being a capital. Stay central and walk — the Forum, the Pantheon and a dozen churches worth the detour are closer together than the map suggests, and the city rewards wandering more than ticking off.
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