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Private Rome City Driving Tour

See the best of rome with the comfort of your own private vehicle and a dedicated local tour guide.

Want to visit Rome’s iconic sites without the hours of walking? This VIP private driving tour makes exploring the Eternal City a breeze! Whether you’re a family with young kids, have reduced mobility, or just want the comfort and ease of your own private air-conditioned car or minivan, it’s the easiest way to see Rome like a VIP. Join your private Roman guide to see the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, Aventine Hill, and more, plus a few of Rome’s hidden gems that many tourists miss.

Private Tour

• Aventine Hill
• Campidoglio
• Authentic Roman gelato

Trevi Fountain

• Spanish Steps
• Basilica of Santa Maria sopra Minerva
• Piazza Venezia
• Piazza Navona
• The "Greek Ghetto"
• Views from the Orange Garden
• Circus Maximus
• Campo de' Fiori

Your VIP Rome driving tour begins in the easiest possible way, as your professional Roman driver picks you up from your Rome accommodation in a comfortable, air-conditioned private car or minivan. You'll be joined by your own expert guide as you set off on a whistle-stop city tour of some of Rome's most famous sites, with your driver parking up and waiting nearby while you visit the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Capitoline Hill, and so much more!

As a private tour you'll have the flexibility to make it your own, so just speak to your guide if there's anywhere you'd like more time or any hidden gems that you simply can't miss! Each car or minivan can carry up to 7 travelers and drop-off back at your hotel or even the airport can be arranged, so just let us know your plans!

VIP Private Rome Driving Tour Description

Your 3-hour private driving tour includes:

Door-to-door transport in an air-conditioned luxury vehicle (from central Rome accommodation)

Your own personal English-speaking tour guide

Stops at the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, Aventine Hill, and more

Visit some of Rome’s best hidden gems

Flexible tour that can be tailored to you

Up to 7 people per vehicle (multiple vehicles available)

Because some sites on this small group tour are religious, knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. We know that Rome is hot in summer, so a great alternative is to bring a shawl/scarf/sweater with you. That way, you can cover your knees and shoulders only when necessary.

Rome Hotel Pick-Up

Don’t worry about figuring out transportation, your private driver will pick you up and drop you off at your accommodation in the center of Rome. If your accommodation is located outside the center of the city, another meeting point in the center will be organized for your convenience. After you book, we'll reach out to you and organize the specifics, but feel free to contact us first. Not sure where whether your hotel in Rome is central? Contact our Travel Experts by email or online chat to be sure.

Highlights of the Historic Center

One of the early stops on your private city tour is a true hidden gem of Rome. The Basilica of Santa Maria sopra Minerva is built on the site of a temple built by Pompey the Great around 50 B.C., and stands as Rome's only Gothic church, bursting with fantastic Italian art.

Your driver will park as near as possible while your private guide leads you on a short walking tour of the historic city center, where many of Rome's most famous sites are clustered close together.

Rome’s Architectural Marvel: The Pantheon

The best-preserved building from ancient Rome, the Pantheon and was completed in 125 A.D. during the reign of Emperor Hadrian. In particular, its dome reveals the genius of the architects who lived and worked so long ago. A rare opportunity to step back in time 2,000 years, seeing the Pantheon is not to be overlooked on a trip to Rome.

Piazza Navona and Authentic Roman Gelato

One of the main squares in Rome, Piazza Navona is a delightful hub of food, culture and charming architecture. One of the first things you’ll notice when entering this piazza is the Egyptian Obelisk, towering over the surrounding buildings of the open square. You'll also visit the beautiful Fountain of Four Rivers in the center of the piazza, known for its intricate sculptures. Your expert guide will delve into the story behind the Stadium of Domitian, the ancient arena that lies beneath today’s piazza.

Near to Piazza Navona is one of our favorite gelato shops in Rome. Many gelaterias use artificial flavors, but this one is as authentic as they come! Cool down and enjoy gelato the Roman way on as you stroll around this beautiful part of Rome.

Gelato is optional and not included in the price of the tour, so bring a little cash with you if you'd like to try one.

See More of Rome by Car

To make sure you see as much of Rome as possible in a few hours, you'll hop back into your private vehicle. For the next portion of your tour of Rome, You'll drive by Piazza Venezia and the ruins of Largo Argentina. It’s here that Emperor Julius Caesar met his end, and a trio of ancient temples protrudes from the grass. Fun fact: this is also where the largest colony of stray cats live. It’s said that the cats play host for ancient Roman spirits. Plus, pass through the Greek Ghetto on the way to the Aventine Hill.

Aventine Hill - The Best Views of Rome

After departing from the city center, you'll drive up Aventine Hill to witness one of the most scenic views of all of Rome. From the top, you'll be able to look over large parts of the city, and you'll have the chance to take photos at some of the hill's most beloved spots: the Rose Garden, Orange Garden, and Rome’s Aventine keyhole.

The southernmost of Rome’s seven hills, the Aventine Hill is home to the the oldest Roman Basilica in Rome, the Basilica of Santa Sabina. Your private guide will make sure you see all the best spots on the hill while explaining the history of this famous site.

Walk Up Capitoline Hill

On the way to Capitoline Hill, get a glimpse of Circus Maximus from the car. Then, follow your guide to Capitoline Hill by foot. If you’re looking for that postcard view looking down into ancient Rome - this is it. At the best view point on the hill, admire the Roman Forum from an amazing vantage point. Then, head back down the hill to visit the Trevi Fountain. 

As you continue your exploration of the center of Rome, you'll stop off at the beautiful Trevi Fountain. This 18th-century treasure is the most famous fountain in Rome, and possibly the world. Depicting the Greek god Oceanus, the fountain portrays the changing tides of the ocean. If you toss a coin into the fountain over your left shoulder with your right hand, it's believed that you'll be certain to return to the Eternal City. Your guide will explain the construction and restoration of this Roman icon and allow you to toss your own coin into the fountain.

Rome’s Iconic Spanish Steps

Located in the middle of Rome’s high-end shopping scene, the 18th-century Spanish Steps lead to the Trinità dei Monti church. At the base of the steps, you’ll find another one of Rome’s beautiful fountains, Fontana della Barcaccia, or “Fountain of the Longboat." If you're ambitious enough to climb the Spanish Steps later in your trip, you’ll find the Borghese Gardens, a beautiful park with stunning panoramic views of the city.

Once you've seen the best of Rome by car and on foot, your driver will be ready to take you back to your accommodation. If you'd rather stay out to explore more of the city by yourself, then no problem! We can even arrange transport to the airport or elsewhere in Rome, so just get in touch with our team for any special arrangements.

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Best Rome Tour and Guide Ever

Dimitri was the best (and tallest) tour guide ever. His range of knowledge of history, art, and modern culture brought a learning experience like none other. We really appreciated his insights combined with a pleasant, down to earth style and a pleasing sense of humor. The tour was conducted with a comfortable, air conditioned van, and a safe, courteous driver. We would do this all over again in our next visit to Rome. Can we give him six stars somehow?!?

Mateo provided a fabulous tour!

Mateo provided a fabulous tour of Rome. His knowledge of the history was amazing and he shared so many interesting stories. He was very accommodating with our group. The private tour was the perfect way to see so many of the sites. It was very hot on the day we visited so the van saved us! We saw so many sites that we would have missed or not had time to view if we had tried to manage this on our own! Would highly recommend the tour and request Mateo! You won’t be sorry!

Private Rome, City Drive with Paline

She was a very personable and informative guide. We really appreciated all her knowledge and love for the city. We definitely give her high markings for the work she does! Excellent

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Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring?

Bring a water bottle, sunscreen in the summer months, and some coins for making wishes in the Trevi Fountain. Since many sites on this tour can only be explored on foot and there will be some uneven terrain, please also wear comfortable shoes. Please be prepared to cover your knees and shoulders in places of worship.

I have some doubts about my mobility. Is this tour right for me?

If you have any doubts about your mobility, this is a good tour for you. Our private tours offer more flexibility in terms of pace and special accommodations.

What are the chances my tour will be canceled or stops on this driving tour will be shut down?

Our expert guide will do everything possible to follow the full itinerary. However, due to events and street closures that sometimes occur in Rome, it may be necessary to change the route slightly. As a private tour, you'll also have the flexibility to tailor the itierary to your wants and needs.

I'm not sure if I'm staying in the city center. How do I know?

After you book, we'll reach out to you and determine if your accommodations are located in the city center, but feel free to contact us first. Contact our Travel Experts by email or online chat to be sure.

I'm traveling with children, is this tour suitable for them?

Yes, absolutely! Child car seats available upon request, they must be requested at least 72 hours in advance. Due to traffic regulations, all kids must be seated during the tour.

Is gelato included in the cost of the tour?

Gelato isn't included in the tour price but your guide will show you our favorite authentic spot to purchase one.

Is there a dress code to enter the religious sites on this tour?

We ask both men and women to cover knees and shoulders, otherwise you may be refused entry to religious sites and miss out on a portion of your tour. We understand the summers in Rome can be hot, so a great alternative is to bring a shawl/scarf/sweater with you. That way, you can cover your knees and shoulders when necessary.

What is the maximum group size on this tour?

Our private vehicles can take groups of up to 7 people, but it's possible to arrange tours for larger groups too. Just get in touch with our team!

I don't see any availability. Can I still book a private tour?

Just get in touch with us, we'll do our best to accommodate your group. Our contact information is at the bottom of this page.

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City of Rome private tours by car or golf cart

Very flexible private customised tours for small groups from 3 hours to entire day.

For the ultimate in convenience, a private car and local driver offers an efficient and comfortable way of seeing the best of Rome.

Flexibility is the key here for your private city of Rome tour.

You choose how long the tour is, where you want to go, when you want to start and from where and we will do the rest.

Flexible Rome private car tour (3 - 8 hours)

The private car of Rome tour is totally flexible. If you have places that you want to see, just tell our driver where you would like to spend your time and he will be happy to accommodate you.

Need help in advance in planning? Just use our private tour enquiry form at the bottom of this page.

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Summary of key features of the flexible car tour

The tour is totally flexible, so if you have places that you want to see, just tell our driver where you would like to spend your time and he will be happy to accommodate you.

You decide pick-up location in Rome and time, you will be returned to this location

You decide on length of tour between 3 and 8 hours

Up to 7 passengers per car

Price per car, not person with various vehicle sizes

English speaking driver (French, Spanish and German speaking drivers available)

Professional private guide as an optional extra

Fast track tickets to Colosseum and/or Vatican Museums available as part of the tour

Clear, simple pricing, no unexpected extras

Just pay a small deposit to make the reservation, pay the driver on the day

PRIVATE CAR TOUR OF ROME

Private car orientation tour of Rome

• 3-8-hr duration • You choose start time • Hotel pick-up • Fast-track tickets available • Special requests taken

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Private golf cart tours of rome.

A golf cart tour in Rome is unlike any driving tour you’ve ever experienced.

The tour is tailored according to your needs making sure all the important destinations are included in the list.

The golf cart tour will stop at each site so you can take in its beauty, walk in the buildings, and explore the area.

Summary of key features of the private golf cart tour

All the must-see sights such as the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps are included.

If you have visited Rome a few times before you'll still get a fresh experience, as you will be taken off the beaten path to equally interesting places like the Via Veneto, Palatine Hill, and Campo di Fiori.

The standard tour is for 3 hours and for up to 7 people. An extended 5-hour tour is also available.

During the tour, there'll be plenty of time for coffee, lunch and gelato, with insider knowledge on all the great places where you can enjoy Rome’s best delicacies.

The tour includes an English speaking driver and pickup at your central hotel.

Optional private guided tour to Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel (as an extra).

Transparent, simple pricing. Just pay a small deposit to make the reservation, pay the driver on the day.

PRIVATE GOLF CART TOUR OF ROME

Private golf cart orientation tour of Rome

• 3-hr tour or extended tour available • Special requests taken • Stop at each site • Live guide • Tailored to suit you • Hotel pick-up

Private Christian tour of Rome (3 - 8 hours)

If you want to deepen your knowledge of Christian Rome this tour includes visits to Basilicas of St. Mary Major and of St. John in Lateran, Chapel of Domine Quo Vadis and Catacombs of St. Callixtus.

Our small, luxury vehicles can take you where large buses are not permitted, allowing you to see more, while walking less.

The driver will meet your needs and will adapt the tour to your level of interest, he we will pick you up directly at your central hotel and take you back there at the end of the tour.

Need help in advance in planning, just use our private tour enquiry form at the bottom of this page.

CHRISTIAN TOUR OF ROME WITH PRIVATE DRIVER

Private Christian tour of Rome

• Deepen your knowledge of Christian Rome • Visit major Basilicas • Luxury vehicles with access where big buses can't go • Live guide • Tailored to suit you • Hotel pick-up

Private day tours from Rome to Pompeii, Florence, Tivoli...

You do not have to stay in Rome with our private tours.

Other major Italian attractions can be visited as a day tour from Rome.

All these private tours have total flexibility for you to decide the pace and itinerary of the tour with the broad theme of each tour.

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Discover Rome with RomaByCar! Our luxury tours offer an intimate exploration of the Eternal City with chauffeur/guides. Enjoy iconic monuments like the Colosseum and Trevi Fountain, delve into art at the Vatican Museums, all with flexible hourly rates. Unveil Rome’s secrets and create unforgettable memories with us! Book now.

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Panoramic full day tour of Rome by private car

6-hour visit of Rome by car, with a private driver

Join the he full day tour of Rome  by a luxurious car driven by an English-speaking driver . You will have the full day at disposal to discover and explore the best of Rome: the main monuments of the city centre or any other hidden gems you may wish to visit.

Private day tour of the centre of Rome by car highlights: 

• Full day tour to explore and behold the ancient city of Rome by private car
• Enjoy the amazing beauty of Rome from the comfort of your luxurious car
• Eight hour trip across the city of Rome with an English-speaking Driver and a luxurious car
• Take time to enjoy the beautiful streets of Rome
• Return to your hotel safely aboard your private car

Private day tour of the centre of Rome by car

Your panoramic full day tour  of  Rome  is a full day service where you get to ride alone in a  luxurious car  in order to visit some of the  amazing places  in  Rome . The tour lasts a total of 8 hours: you will enjoy every bit of it. With this panoramic tour, you will  discover the beauties of the Eternal City for a whole day.

Experience the whole of Rome without stress

The full day tour  of  Rome  affords you the luxury of experiencing the beautiful sights and sounds of  Rome  without stress. The tour will start at the fixed time, you do not need to start hassling for a taxi: your driver will  pick you up at your hotel  and at the end of the tour, you can be sure that they will return you to your hotel safely. After the pick-up , you will start your special day in Rome, with an expert English-speaking driver at your disposal. 

A special day in Rome

The full day tour  of  Rome  features visits to some  amazing sites  that we have carefully selected for you. The itinerary contains some of the most incredible places in  Rome . However, if you have some special needs of places to visit as a client, we can modify the itinerary to accommodate your plans. In fact, this tour is suitable both for those who already visited Rome and wish to visit special locations, and for first timers who needs to admire the must-sees.

Visit amazing locations aboard a private car

The itinerary contains stops to the  Trevi Fountain ,  Navona Square , and the  Roman Forum . You will also have the opportunity to admire the splendour of the  Vatican City  by visiting two of the famous seven hills on which Rome was built ( Palatine Hill  and the  Capitol Hill ). You will have the chance to stop wherever you want to admire the monuments and take pictures, of course. This full day tour of  Rome  will help you to explore the ancient city within 8 hours before our drivers return you safely to your hotel.

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If you liked this tour, try also the  Private tour of Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's basilica  or the  Private tour of the main and amazing Squares of Rome !

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• Pick-up and drop-off at centrally located hotel in Rome
• Private car and driver at your disposal for a total of 6 hours
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We strongly recommend to inform us in advance about any delays .   The service will commence at the time selected during the booking process. In the event of delay of the Client, we cannot guarantee that the duration of the tour will be the same as the one indicated .   During the booking process, in the "Additional Information" page, enter the details of your hotel (name and address).   You can organize with your driver the itinerary and the points of interest you prefer to stop.   Remember to wear appropriate clothing to have access inside the churches (no shorts, miniskirts, tank tops or shoulders uncovered).   Special seating for kids are available, upon request and with an extra cost. Contact us for more information.   Guide available upon request and with an additional cost (available in the following languages: Italian, English, German, Spanish, French,Portuguese, Russian and Japanese). Contact us for more information.  

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Exclusive Private Car Tour Rome: Unveiling the Colosseum, Pantheon, and Underground Treasures. Enjoy a private guided day tour by car featuring Colosseum, Pantheon, Ancient Forum, Constantine's Arch, Roman Catacombs, Appian way and Underground Rome

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• Pick up and drop off at your hotel
• Visit Colosseum, Ancient Forum, Pantheon, Catacombs, Appian Way & much more
• Local English-speaking Expert Guide for Six-hours
• Vehicle at your disposal for the last 3 hrs of the tour

Tour Overview

Private Car Tours in Rome (Italy) On our private tours of Rome by car, in the company of one of our licensed expert Rome tour guides, enjoy a 6-hour tour concentrating entirely on the history of Ancient Rome visiting important landmarks that help your guide convey the life & times in Rome when the Romans ruled the world. Travelling in an air-conditioned Mercedes (or similar make) vehicle with a special license to enter the historical center of Rome, you'll be able to see and do much more as we're able to drive directly to all the major monuments . This tours itinerary features the Colosseum, Ancient Roman Forum, Pantheon, Catacombs, the delightful Appian Way, and many other Ancient Rome monuments scattered around the Eternal City. Rome's Highlights Tour: Unveiling Ancient Treasures on a Private Walking and Car Tour Our Private Classic Ancient day tours of Rome commence with a three-hour walking tour that features a fascinating walk through the Ancient Roman Forum . There, our English-speaking Expert Guide will introduce you to the important landmarks from different episodes of the history of Ancient Rome. Starting from its humble origins to the brilliance of the Roman Empire, you'll enjoy a fascinating story interspersed with anecdotes about the structure of Roman society, its beliefs, social and political life . In-depth Guided Tour of the Colosseum with Skip the Line Tickets Appreciate the Colosseum, an incredible feat of engineering as your expert Rome tour guide explains how the Romans managed to build such a colossal structure on marsh lands, that allowed unruly audiences of 50,000 to enter and exit with ease — 2,000 years ago! Learn about the games held here, as well as inner-workings of the Colosseum that enabled the Romans to provide their audiences with such spectacular entertainment. Our Private Rome day tours itinerary continues with as you admire Constantine's Arch and visit Palatine Hill . Private Car Tour of Rome: the most Convenient Way to see all the Highlights Then, for the rest of our Private Classic Ancient Rome day tours you'll be travelling in an air-conditioned vehicle , first to admire the Pantheon and to learn about the rich history of one of Rome's most important and beautiful buildings. Then, we'll leave the busy downtown Rome to visit the nearby countryside to discover the famous Roman Catacombs & the evocative Appian Way . A Private Captivating Tour of the Roman Catacombs Roman Catacombs are an ancient underground cemetery used by the Christian and Jewish communities. Later the Catacombs were used for celebrating funeral rites, anniversaries of martyrs and places of refuge from religious persecution. Our Private Car Tours of Rome (Italy) itinerary will conclude with a short stroll along the Appian Way in the lush green countryside walking along the Ancient Roman road that was one of the major arteries leading into Ancient Rome. Upgrade Your Private Car Tour of Rome You can upgrade your tour by having the vehicle at disposal for the entire 6 hrs. Contact us for a quotation.

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Our guide Luca was very knowledgeable and fun. He gave us a great history lesson while enjoying the sites.

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Underground Rome Private Tour with Catacombs: Discover the Invisible City by Car

Uncover a mysterious world of catacombs and buried churches on our underground Rome private tour

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Tour Overview

What lies beneath? As you wander through the atmospheric streets of Rome, it's hard to imagine that an array of treasures lie hidden under the ground beneath your feet. Join our private Underground Rome Tour by car to delve into a forgotten world of labyrinthine catacombs and haunting underground churches, ancient pagan temples and beautiful Roman houses – in Rome you're walking on history with every step. One of our expert private guides will be on hand to lay bare the mysteries of these extraordinary and unexpected subterranean spaces, and you'll also have a private car and driver at your disposal so you can move between the sites in comfort. Join us to discover the lost faces of Ancient Rome and the early Christian world miraculously preserved under the modern city!

• Expert, English-speaking guide
• Rome's best-preserved catacombs
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• Catacombs of Santa Domitilla
• The Basilica of San Clemente
• The Roman Houses beneath San Giovanni e Paolo

• Medieval frescoes at San Clemente
• Roman Frescoes at the Roman Houses of John and Paul

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Descend into the eerie world of underground rome.

It's a safe bet that you're probably going to visit the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and other famous sites on your trip to Rome. But what if we told you that there’s an entirely different and fascinating city waiting to be discovered, buried under the streets where you'll be walking each day?

On our Underground Rome tour we'll  descend below street level  and explore incredibly well-preserved buildings from the ancient and early-Christian periods, once again accessible today thanks to meticulous archaeological excavations.

A simple truth underpins all archaeological discoveries: to unearth evidence of the past you have to dig downwards. Over the course of the last 2,000 years Rome’s street level has been consistently getting higher and higher, for two main reasons. The first concerns the river Tiber that flows across the city and to whose vital life-giving water Rome owes its foundation. The unruly torrent has burst its banks countless times over the centuries, and the resulting floods have often had devastating effects on the city - destroying buildings and covering their ruins with thick layers of mud.

Secondly, when fires, floods and earthquakes levelled buildings, Romans naturally chose the easiest and cheapest way to rebuild the city - rather than clearing the sites, they simply erected new edifices atop the smouldering ruins. And the same goes for archaeological sites all across Italy. 

As a result,  hundreds of structures ended up buried  under countless tonnes of dirt and rubble - buried  but at the same time wonderfully preserved for us! Can you imagine the amazement of the archaeologists when they found entire buildings, almost intact, trapped under tons of dirt? Are you ready to experience the same thrill today?

On our guided tour we’ll travel back in time to see visit buildings dating back to the time of Christ and the first centuries of the Christian world, still fabulously decorated with the same mosaics and frescoes even now – all buried below medieval and Renaissance structures that literally sit on top of them!

With the engaging commentary of our archaeologist guide, you’ll have the opportunity to recreate the daily life of the Romans over the course of the centuries, catching a glimpse of what their lives must have been and how it changed over time - sometimes drastically.

We’ll trace this story from the high-times of empire when the city of Rome boasted a multi-ethnic population of over one million inhabitants to the difficult era of decline ushered in by Barbarian invasions that broke the empire’s invincible power; we’ll learn about the city in the Middle Ages, when Rome was in reality nothing more than a small village of 20,000 people ravaged by wars and plague, and finally the new splendor of the Renaissance, when the city rediscovered its glorious past. 

Explore the perfectly preserved Catacombs of Santa Domitilla

The  Catacombs of Santa Domitilla  is one of the largest and most interesting Christian  underground cemeteries  in Rome. The oldest section of this huge complex dates back to the  2nd century AD , making it one of the most ancient of Rome’s catacombs (although only five are currently open to the public, there are more than 60 of these sites buried beneath the city).

Little is known about who  Domitilla  actually was: according to tradition and the few documents that mention her name, she lived in the 1st century AD and was probably a rich aristocrat, maybe even a relation of the  emperor Domitian , who ruled Rome from 81 to 96 A.D. Christian tradition asserts that she was married to one  Flavio Clemente , a cousin of the emperor. When Domitian found out that the couple professed the Christian faith, he exiled Domitilla to the isolated Pontine islands and executed her husband in 95 A.D. According to many inscriptions found in the catacombs, the land where they were built once belonged to Domitilla, who donated it to the Christian community before her exile.

On our tour, you’ll descend into a unique  Underground Basilica  built in the  4th century  in memory of the  martyrs Nereo and Achilleo , two soldiers who were put to death by the emperor Diocletian because they refused to renounce their faith, and whose remains were buried in the catacombs of Domitilla. From there you will  explore the tunnels of the Catacombs , passing  thousands of ancient burials plots  - from the  loculi , simple graves carved into the rock for poor Christians, to elaborate family chapels where the wealthy buried their family members surrounded by beautiful paintings and carvings.

Amongst the highlights of our guided visit are some of the oldest examples of  Christian art in Rome , like a famous 4 th -century fresco depicting  Santa Petronilla  - according to ancient Christian legend Petronilla was none other than  the daughter of Saint Peter himself.

Descend into the 3 underground levels of San Clemente

After almost 2,000 years, the true identity of Saint Clement is still controversial: he has been variously identified as the fourth pope in the line of succession from St. Peter and as the same Flavio Clemente who was married to Domitilla and died as a martyr during Domitian’s reign. Whoever he was, Rome’s Christians honored his memory with an incredible building: the church might not look that impressive from the outside, but as soon as you pull open its ancient doors it will take your breath away.

In the apse of the church  a magnificent 12 th -century golden mosaic  glitters and sparkles, representing the crucifixion of Jesus in a highly symbolic and idiosyncratic manner – instead of a manmade cross, Christ hangs on the  Tree of Life  whose twisting branches and vines promise eternal salvation for the faithful.

In  Saint Catherine’s Chapel  meanwhile, we will admire beautiful 15 th -century paintings, the work of early-Renaissance dream team  Masolino  and  Masaccio , who also frescoed the wonderful Brancacci chapel in Florence. Here their work depicts the life story of one of the most revered saints of all, culminating in her tragic martyrdom and death on the wheel that bears her name today.

Then our expert guide will take you down a little staircase, and you’ll find yourself in a completely different world. This is an  ancient 4 th -century church  dedicated to Saint Clement buried right under the floor of the medieval basilica. Accidentally discovered in the 19 th -century by an Irish Dominican friar who lived in the convent next door, the buried building turned out to be the original Saint Clement’s Basilica, abandoned after the  devastating Norman invasion of 1084.  The sacked church was in such poor condition that the new Pope Paschal II decided to simply fill it up with dirt and rubble and build a new church on top!

But the story of San Clemente doesn’t end there. Descend another staircase and we’ll find ourselves in two more buildings buried even deeper into the earth. One was probably a  private house from the 2nd century A.D. , and houses an  incredibly spooky pagan temple  dedicated to the eastern bull-slaughtering god  Mithras . The other building, even more ancient, was possibly a 1 st  century  mint.

Wander through the Roman Houses of Saints John and Paul

Discovered in 1887 by Father Germano di San Stanislao right under the medieval church dedicated to the obscure Roman saints John and Paul, the  Roman Houses  provide an extraordinary insight into daily life in the ancient world. This amazingly preserved complex consists of two separate Roman houses that date from  2nd and 3rd centuries A.D.  which were eventually unified to create an enormous villa.  

The most fascinating aspect of this extraordinary site is its incredible decorations – the magnificent paintings that adorn the villa’s walls vividly demonstrate the  transition from paganism to the Christianity  that was occurring in these very years in Rome. Stunning frescoes depicting pagan deities sit side-by-side with Christian images that represent the  martyrdom of saints John and Paul , who, according to legend, lived and died in this very house. 

Discover the beautiful Basilica of San Crisogono

On Tuesday and Thursday afternoon, instead of the Roman Houses of Saint John and Paul you will be visiting the beautiful Basilica of San Crisogono, in the charming neighborhood of Trastevere.

So now you know what to expect, join us on what has been  one of our most popular Rome private tours  over the years and get a unique and fascinating insight into a rarely seen side of the Eternal City!

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I lived in Rome for several years, many years ago, and thought I knew the city fairly well. Caterina showed us new and different places and was an amazing source of information and insight. The grandparents (in our 70's) as well as our 19 year old grandson were thrilled with our experience. Caterina was great, this tour was well thought out and put together flawlessly! Thank you Through Eternity Tours - we hope to see you again!

Alice Kathleen Fanning - Nov 09, 2022

Eugenia was an amazing guide and extraordinarily knowledgeable. She was passionate about her subject and imparted such meaning to the history and and did so in an entertaining way. We were so pleased with our tour and highly recommend her.

Betty Chessin - Nov 08, 2022

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