Christianity in the Ancient Rome Private Tour
Overview
Dig into the fascinating history of Christianity in ancient Rome with this private 7-hour guided tour of the Eternal City. Visit the places where everything started. Learn what St. Peter and St. Paul did when they were in Rome, where Christians were buried when the religion was prohibited, and how Christianity eventually triumphed.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Driver
- Live commentary on board
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Carcer Tullianum
- Catacombs of Saint Callixtus
- Mamertine Prison
- Guide
Meeting and Pickup
Pick up and drop off directly from your accommodation in Rome or airport on arrival
What To Expect
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Abbazia di San Paolo Fuori Le Mura
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Catacombs of Saint Callixtus
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Basilica di Santa Sabina
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Chiesa del Domine Quo Vadis
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Carcer Tullianum
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Entrance fee to the Mamertine Prison if you choose to visit it from the inside 6 euro per person. Free for kids up to 6 years old
- Entrance fee to the Catacombs 8 euro per person and reduced 5 euro per person
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Private tour.
- Driver.
- Live commentary on board.
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
- Carcer Tullianum.
- Catacombs of Saint Callixtus.
- Mamertine Prison.
- Guide.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Christianity in the Ancient Rome Private Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Christianity in the Ancient Rome Private Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Driver
- Live commentary on board
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Carcer Tullianum
- Catacombs of Saint Callixtus
- Mamertine Prison
- Guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Entrance fee to the Mamertine Prison if you choose to visit it from the inside 6 euro per person. Free for kids up to 6 years old
- Entrance fee to the Catacombs 8 euro per person and reduced 5 euro per person
