Rome Underground San Clemente Basilica Exclusive Tour & Tickets
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Rome Underground San Clemente Basilica Exclusive Private Tour & Tickets No Line A 2.5/3-hours tour for those who want to experience the treasures of Rome off the beaten path. Just a stone’s throw from the Colosseum, you will find one of Rome’s hidden gems, the 12th-century Basilica, and the archeological site of San Clemente. Visit this incredible place and navigate three underground levels which uncover over 2,000 years of history and discover the levels beneath. You will be introduced to art and architecture from antiquity through the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Visit San Clemente underground, San Pietro in Vincoli church (Moses of Michelangelo), and the Gladiators School guided by a professional art historian guide. A private tour including all entrance fees. With this tour, you can maximize your time, enjoying an incredible experience. This tour can be customized, and departure times could change depending on the availability of skip-the-line tickets. Tour suitable for Kids!2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Tour of the Gladiator School From out side
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Tour of the Moses of Michelangelo
Private tour Guide expert in Archaeology/art and History
Skip the Line entrance ticket and reservation fee to the Basilica of San Clemente
FOR SELF AUDIO GUIDED TOUR OPTION ONLY SAN CLEMENTE BASILICA IS INCLUDED
Food and drinks
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions
SELF AUODIO GUIDED TOUR ONLY SAN CLEMENTE BASILICA IS INCLUDED
TOUR GUIDE NOT INCLUDED FOR THE SELF AUDIOGUIDED TOUR OPTION
To download and use the app, we recommend using a smartphone produced in 2020 or later.
Headphones are recommended for optimal audio quality — bring your own.
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San Pietro in Vincoli
Piazza di San Pietro in Vincoli 4/a, , Rome, Italy, 00184Begin your journey near the Colosseum and take a pleasant walk through the surrounding neighborhood. In a delightful little piazza off Via Cavour, you will find the church of San Pietro in Vincoli (St. Peter in Chains). The church houses an important relic, the two sets of chains that bound St. Peter when he was imprisoned in Jerusalem and Rome. The highlight of this church is undoubtedly Michelangelo’s statue of Moses, an unfinished masterpiece by the Renaissance genius that was originally intended to be part of the tomb of Pope Julius II. The original plans included an enormous funeral monument with 47 statues, but it was never completed due to Michelangelo's other commissions.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Ludus Magnus
Piazza del Colosseo Via Labicana, Rome, ItalyLeaving San Pietro in Vincoli, continue to see the ruins of the Ludus Magnus, an ancient gladiator training school located on the northeast side of the Colosseum. The visit includes the entrance into the most important gladiator gym, the Ludus Magnus, built by the emperor Domitian at the end of the 1st century. A.D. The building, entirely in brick, consisted of a rectangular building, probably on three floors, with a large porticoed courtyard in the center. Around the courtyard there were a series of rectangular rooms destined to house the gladiators. The characterizing element is constituted by the presence, in the courtyard of the building, of a miniature amphitheater, intended for training gladiators. After about half an hour, we will proceed towards San Clemente.30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location3
Basilica of San Clemente
Via Labicana 95, Rome, Italy, 00184Your last stop is the Basilica of San Clemente al Laterano, situated on Via San Giovanni. This remarkable site reveals three levels of Rome’s history: a 12th-century basilica built over a 4th-century church, in turn erected atop a Roman-era villa from the Republican period. Beneath are early Christian and medieval layers, as well as a Mithraeum, offering a rare peek into Rome’s spiritual and architectural transformations.
Choose between two ways to explore:
Private Guided Tour: A licensed, English-speaking guide will lead you through all three underground levels, sharing insights into the site’s religious and archaeological importance. This option also includes visits to San Pietro in Vincoli and the Ludus Magnus, with all entrance tickets included.
Self-Guided Audio Tour: Explore San Clemente at your own pace with a multilingual audio guide app (English, Italian, Spanish, French, German), providing access to all three levels of content. 1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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The meeting point is at our travel agency, located at:
Via Labicana 96, Rome — just a few steps from San Clemente Basilica and the Colosseum.
Our friendly staff will be waiting to welcome you at the agency and assist you before your tour begins.
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The meeting point for the PRIVATE TOUR is in front of the Basilica San Pietro in Vincoli, in front of the church. Your tour guide will have a signboard with your name.View Location
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Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is smart casual. Shoulder and knees must be covered
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED
- To download and use the app, we recommend using a smartphone produced in 2020 or later.
- Access to 2 underground levels Audio guide: English, Italian, Spanish, French, German
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before your scheduled entry time.
Language And Guide
Audio Guide Available In
- German
- English
- Italian
- French
- Spanish
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- Italian
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
Tickets can be redeemed at thE starting pointOption 1 – Private Guided Tour Enjoy a personalized experience with an English-speaking private guide through some of Rome’s most fascinating religious and archaeological sites. Includes: San Pietro in Vincoli – featuring Michelangelo’s Moses and the Chains of St. Peter Ludus Magnus – the ruins of the ancient gladiator school Basilica of San Clemente – explore all three underground levels All entrance tickets included Option 2 – Self-Guided Audio Tour App Visit the Basilica of San Clemente at your own pace using a multilingual audio guide app. Includes: Entry ticket to the Basilica and access to all 3 underground levels Audio guide available in English, Italian, Spanish, French, and German You can explore independently at your own pace. Use a smartphone from 2020 or newer with the latest operating system for the best experience Headphones recommended (not provided) Important Information for both options Meeting point: Arrive at least 15 minutes before your selected departure time We will provide you with your admission tickets. For the Private, the order of site visits may vary, depending on weather or unforeseen events. The tour runs in all weather conditions – dress appropriately. The experience is not wheelchair accessible. Dress code required for entering churches: shoulders and knees must be covered for both men and women. Entry may be denied if not properly dressed. Please ensure you provide accurate names and a valid phone number. Unfortunately, we are not responsible for issues caused by incorrect information.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Rome time to receive 100% refund.
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