Underground Rome: San Clemente Basilica Tour

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An ancient, pagan temple hidden under the archaeological lasagna of Rome — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

"new" 12th century basilica boasts some impressive art works including ancient mosaics and frescoes — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Explore Rome's underground on a small-group guided tour of hidden basilicas, medieval masterpieces, and ancient sanctuaries.

Meet your expert guide at the Basilica of San Clemente, near the Colosseum. Admire its magnificent 12th-century mosaics, then descend underground to discover an early Christian basilica and an ancient Roman temple.

Continue to the Basilica and Monastery of the Four Crowned Saints (Quattro Santi Coronati), a peaceful medieval sanctuary renowned for its extraordinary frescoes and historic architecture.

Conclude at the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran, the oldest papal basilica in the Western world. Discover its remarkable history and importance to Christianity.

With expert insights, explore how Roman civilization, religion, art, and architecture have evolved over 2,000 years.

Perfect for culturally curious travelers seeking an intimate alternative to Rome’s busiest attractions, this tour reveals treasures often overlooked by conventional itineraries.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: E & D Guided Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Small Group Guided Tour
Included: For peace of mind you will receive guide's name and phone number the night before the tour.
Included: Admission fees: St. Clement's Basilica Admission Tickets

Not included

Not included: Private transportation: Transportation not included
Not included: Food/Drinks not included

Itinerary

Basilica of San Clemente

40 min Admission included

A true slice of Rome's Archaeological Lasagna, Saint Clement's Basilica has for centuries preserved ancient layers of Rome. Hidden far beneath the street level lies one of Italy's most important archaeological sites.
Stop 2

45 min

Your next stop is the Basilica and Monastery of the Four Crowned Saints (Quattro Santi Coronati). Explore the intricate details of this magnificent ancient church with your small group.
Arcibasilica di San Giovanni in Laterano

50 min

Think Saint Peter's Basilica is the most important church in Rome? Well, think again. Follow your passionate guide to the last stop on this fascinating walking tour: Rome's Cathedral, Saint John in Lateran.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of the main entrance. You will see a staircase leading down to the entrance situated below the street level. For your convenience, you will receive the guide's name and number the night before the tour.