Priscilla Catacomb – Rome | Shree Shyam Ji Travels
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Priscilla Catacomb
Rome · Italy
From15.81 USD per person
Attraction
From15.81 USD
per person
Activity type
Attraction
Operating hours
09:00 – 17:00
Highlights
Join a guide to explore the creepy underground catacombs once used for the burial and commemoration of the dead.
Learn about excavations, and the complex system of tunnels and cubicles structured on different floors.
Discover the richly decorated rooms that have housed the tombs of the martyrs and attracted the devotion of many pilgrims.
About this activity
The Catacomb of Priscilla, once a quarry, is a remarkable archaeological site in Rome. From the 3rd to the 5th century AD, it served as a burial ground for Christians. Accompany our expert guide on an underground journey through history, exploring the labyrinthine ex-cemetery. Uncover the harrowing accounts of Christian persecution by Roman emperors, meander through tunnels, peer into dim chambers, and uncover the id…
What's included
Included
Admission
Location
Good to know
Child policy:
Children under 7 years are free of charge.
Good to know:
Due to the specific nature of the sites, there are specific limitations for visitors with disabilities.
Wear appropriate shoes for an uneven floor and suitable clothes for the basement's temperatures.
