Group tour: Christian Catacombs

Embark on a deeply spiritual journey with a visit to the Catacombs of San Callistus, a truly unforgettable experience. Upon arrival, you will descend a staircase, which can be as deep as 12 meters underground, leading you into an intricate network of corridors. These tunnels stretch out over 4 kilometers, so narrow that only two undertakers carrying coffins could pass each other. This vast underground network serves as a glimpse into the early Christian practice of burial, where both pagan traditions and superstitions influenced early Christian customs.

During the tour, you will learn about the unique burial rituals of early Christians, including the practice of placing deceased individuals in tombs with objects such as toys, coins, ivory objects, bells, silver, gold foils, lamps, and dishes for food and drink, symbolizing the customs of the time. Deceased individuals were buried naked, after undergoing a ritual bath and wrapped in a simple white canvas. This journey offers an intimate look into the habits and traditions of the first Christians in Rome, providing an experience that is both educational and spiritually enriching.

This tour offers a perspective of Christian Rome that is often overlooked by those exploring the city's central landmarks. It provides an opportunity to connect with the city's Christian roots and explore the hidden aspects of its religious and cultural past.