Catacombs of Rome

Catacombs of Saint Callixtus

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Official underground cemetery of the Church of Rome in the 3rd century AD. Around half a million Christians were buried here, among them many martyrs …

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Apr 3, 2025
After visiting quite a few Catacombs across Italy, we found San Callisto interesting but poorly organised. The guided groups were too large for all to be able to listen to the guide and each group wa…Full review by Mark B
Mar 26, 2025
This was such a fascinating little tour. Our guide was so knowledgeable and clearly passionate about her job. It was very informative without overloading you with too much information. The price is …Full review by Alison G
Feb 20, 2025
Went here as a last minute thing after seeing all the ‘big’ sights. You get an audio guide included in the price. It’s both informative and easy to listen to. Only a small crypt, however worth a …Full review by goonerdad
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The Catacombs of San Callisto are the best known of the Roman catacombs and the first official underground burial site for early Christi…
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The Catacomb(s) of Callixtus is one of the Catacombs of Rome on the Appian Way, most notable for containing the Crypt of the Popes, …
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How easy is this to get to from Rome?
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Very short bus ride. Super easy and quick
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Are the passageways very narrow my friend is a little clostrophobic
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No it is not very narrow
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Answer by Olivia J · Sep 3, 2019
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Why does it advise to cover knees and shoulders in trip to catacombs?
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Yes. For respect purposes, and because it is cool in the catacombs and dusty too. Wear closed toed shoes with a good grip too.
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Answer by Bryce M · Jun 3, 2019
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