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
1–50 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 accessible Not stroller accessible Not suitable for pets Infants must not sit on laps Infant seats unavailable Not 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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