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Rome’s Hidden Gems: Underground Layers & A Unique Circular Church

Rome· Ancient city · food · artGerman, Portuguese, English11 options

Discover the hidden history of Rome on this 2-hour tour, where underground secrets and tales of faith await. Explore the stunning Basilica di San Clemente with its mesmerizing mosaics, then descend into a 4th-century church with early Christian frescoes. Go deeper to uncover a rare 1st-century Mithraic temple, once used by a mysterious pagan cult. Finish at the Basilica di Santo Stefano Rotondo, home to haunting frescoes depicting early martyrdom. With small groups or private options, this tour offers an unforgettable journey through Rome’s spiritual past!

Languages
German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

What's included

Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Guided tour of Basilica di Santo Stefano Rotondo
Expert live guide
Entrance fees to the Basilica di San Clemente
Luggage deposit for the duration of the tour

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the designated start point

Cancellation

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

Choose a tour option · 11

11 versions of this tour. Pick a date to see prices, start times and what's still open.

Small-Group Tour in French
Small-Group Tour: This option is for a guided tour of Basilica di San Clemente & Basilica di Santo Stefano Rotondo in a group of max 16 people Duration: 2 hours
Private Tour in Italian
Private Tour: Select this option for a private guided tour of the Basilica di San Clemente & Basilica di Santo Stefano Rotondo in Italian Duration: 2 hours
Private Tour in French
Private Tour: Select this option for a private guided tour of the Basilica di San Clemente & Basilica di Santo Stefano Rotondo in French Duration: 2 hours
Private tour in Spanish
Private Tour: Select this option for a private guided tour of the Basilica di San Clemente & Basilica di Santo Stefano Rotondo in Spanish Duration: 2 hours
Private Tour in German
Private Tour: Select this option for a private guided tour of the Basilica di San Clemente & Basilica di Santo Stefano Rotondo in German Duration: 2 hours
Small-Group Tour in English
Small-Group Tour: This option is for a guided tour of Basilica di San Clemente & Basilica di Santo Stefano Rotondo in a group of max 16 people Duration: 2 hours

Where you'll be

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Where this sits in Rome

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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