Rome: San Clemente Basilica & Ancient Underground Secrets Tour
Overview
Discover one of Rome’s most captivating hidden gems with a self-guided audio tour of the Basilica of San Clemente and its extraordinary archaeological excavations. Just steps from the Colosseum, this site unveils over 2,000 years of history, layered beneath your feet.
With your audio guide, explore freely and at your own pace. Begin in the magnificent 12th-century basilica, where shimmering mosaics and medieval frescoes adorn the walls. Then venture below to a 4thcentury Christian basilica and, even deeper, an atmospheric Mithraeum — a pagan temple used for ancient rituals.
Wander through ancient rooms and passageways, marvel at the preserved ruins, and imagine life in Rome across the centuries. Your audio guide offers rich storytelling, bringing each space to life while giving you the freedom to linger and explore at your own pac
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to delve into Rome’s hidden underground world. Book your San Clemente audio tour today — the Eternal City’s secrets await!
What's Included
- Visit of the Third Level - Archaeological Excavations, including the ancient Mithraeum
- Visit of the Upper Basilica of San Clemente (12th century)
- Visit of the First Basilica level (4th century)
- Skip-the-line ticket for the archaeological site
- Audio guide app with 22 listening points to explore the site in depth
- Audio guide app available in: English - Spanish - French - German - Italian
- Food & Drink unless specified
- Gratuities
- Transportation from/to the attraction
- Tour guide
Meeting Location
Via Labicana
96, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza di San Clemente
00184 Roma RM, Italy
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Basilica of San Clemente
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Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A dress code is required to enter all the churches: knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women.
- PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED
- 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.
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before your scheduled entry time.
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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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Visit of the Third Level - Archaeological Excavations, including the ancient Mithraeum.
- Visit of the Upper Basilica of San Clemente (12th century).
- Visit of the First Basilica level (4th century).
- Skip-the-line ticket for the archaeological site.
- Audio guide app with 22 listening points to explore the site in depth.
- Audio guide app available in: English - Spanish - French - German - Italian.
- Food & Drink unless specified.
- Gratuities.
- Transportation from/to the attraction.
- Tour 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 Rome: San Clemente Basilica & Ancient Underground Secrets Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rome: San Clemente Basilica & Ancient Underground Secrets 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
- Visit of the Third Level - Archaeological Excavations, including the ancient Mithraeum
- Visit of the Upper Basilica of San Clemente (12th century)
- Visit of the First Basilica level (4th century)
- Skip-the-line ticket for the archaeological site
- Audio guide app with 22 listening points to explore the site in depth
- Audio guide app available in: English - Spanish - French - German - Italian
- Food & Drink unless specified
- Gratuities
- Transportation from/to the attraction
- Tour guide
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A dress code is required to enter all the churches: knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women.
- PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED
- 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.
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before your scheduled entry time.
