Roma: San Clemente Underground & Basilica Guided Tour

Via di S. Giovanni in Laterano, 106, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

Descend beneath the Basilica of San Clemente to explore three underground levels, including an ancient Roman home, a Mithraic temple, and a 4th-century basilica.

Cancellation policy

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Duration 1h 30m

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Language

English

Group size

1–15 travelers

Full description

A visit to the breathtaking 12th-century Basilica of San Clemente reveals a dazzling, gleaming gold mosaic above the central apse. St. Clement's transformed dramatically over centuries, evolving from a private home that was the secret site of clandestine Christian worship in the first century into an imposing, magnificent basilica.

What lay hidden beneath the Basilica remained a mystery until 1860, when unexpected flooding led an intrepid Irish Dominican Roman Catholic priest and archaeologist to uncover the hidden levels beneath the basilica floor.

Excavations are still ongoing today. Descend up to 100 feet underground through three fascinating levels of hidden history. At the first level, discover a forgotten 4th-century Basilica, long buried after the construction of the 12th-century Basilica above. Underneath, uncover the mysterious remains of an ancient pagan Mithraic temple. Lower still, explore the remarkable ruins of Ancient Roman homes.

Itinerary

San Clemente. Visit of the Basilica of San Clemente in Laterano and the archeological site.

San Clemente Underground. Part of the visit of the archeological site under the Basilica of S. Clemente.

Visit of St. Peter in Chains and Michelangelo's Moses.

View from St. Peter in Chains Basilica.

What’s included

Included

  • Guide
  • Entrance fee
  • Entrance Tickets to the Archeological Site of San Clemente
  • Expert English speaking guide
  • Access to San Clemente Underground

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off

Important information

Meeting point

Via di S. Giovanni in Laterano, 106, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

Don’t forget

Not wheelchair accessibleNot stroller accessibleNot suitable for petsInfants must not sit on lapsInfant seats unavailableNot recommended for guests with mobility issues as the tour itinerary requires climbing and descending steps and well as walking on uneven terrain.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation if cancelled more than 24 hours before start. 100% charge if cancelled within 24 hours of start.

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