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Step beyond the surface of the Eternal City and uncover the hidden layers of history on this immersive Underground Rome tour, tracing the evolution of Roman art and architecture from antiquity to the Renaissance. Designed for curious travellers and history lovers, this experience reveals a side of Rome few visitors ever see.

Your journey begins at San Pietro in Vincoli, home to the Chains of Saint Peter and Michelangelo’s powerful Moses, one of the Renaissance’s most expressive masterpieces. From here, walk to the nearby ruins of the Ludus Magnus, the ancient gladiator training school connected to the Colosseum. Peer into its exposed underground remains and imagine the daily life of the fighters who once trained here.

The highlight of the tour is the extraordinary Basilica of San Clemente, a unique archaeological site built across three historical levels. Descend through centuries of history — from a medieval basilica to an early Christian church, and finally into the remains of a Roman house and pagan temple. This unforgettable experience offers a rare window into Rome’s spiritual, political, and everyday past.

Included / Excluded

Historical commentary covering Roman, medieval, and Renaissance periods

Guided visit inside San Pietro in Vincoli (St. Peter in Chains)

Entry ticket to the underground levels of the Basilica of San Clemente

Private, licensed tour guide exclusive to your group

Food and drinks

Transportation between sites

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Before You Go

Moderate walking is involved on uneven surfaces and cobblestones.

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.

A smart casual dress code is required; shoulders and knees must be covered to enter churches.

This tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.

Underground Rome: Secrets, Ruins & Wonders Beneath the Eternal City

Underground Rome Private Tour — San Clemente, San Pietro in Vincoli & Ludus Magnus

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