Small Group Tour of St. Clement's Basilica & Underground Temple

Explore a hidden world beneath the streets of Rome on a fascinating journey below the Basilica of Saint Clement. Just a short walk from the Colosseum this remarkable site reveals layers of history that stretch deep beneath the modern city. Accompanied by an expert guide you will descend through ancient structures and discover how centuries of religious and cultural change shaped this extraordinary place. As you move downward through different levels of excavation you will experience the excitement of uncovering the remains of earlier buildings that once stood on this very ground.

Experience the mysterious atmosphere of an ancient Mithraic temple and learn about the secretive pagan cults that existed before the rise of Christianity. Standing within these underground chambers you will hear stories of early Christian communities and the legends connected to Saint Clement while exploring the remains believed to be connected with his early home. As you gradually return to higher levels you will admire the preserved spaces of an early Christian basilica decorated with remarkable frescoes that illustrate the lives of martyrs and saints. The tour concludes in the magnificent upper basilica where beautiful golden mosaics shine above the altar revealing symbolic messages of faith and tradition that have inspired visitors for centuries.