Catacombs of Rome Location

Catacombs of Saint Callixtus

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Official underground cemetery of the Church of Rome in the 3rd century AD. Around half a million Christians were buried here, among them many martyrs …

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Jun 15, 2024
Recently, I had the unfortunate experience of visiting this place, and I must say it was the worst visit of my life. As a disabled person, I went there with my caregiver to obtain the free ticket tha…Full review by Matt EmTe
Sep 25, 2021
Fantastic experience and our host Don Sam was awesome. Thank you so muchFull review by Thomas Raunem
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Rome has a number of fascinating catacombs. After all, its history of building these underground cities of the dead dates all the w…
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The Catacombs of San Callisto are the best known of the Roman catacombs and the first official underground burial site for early Christi…
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The Catacomb(s) of Callixtus is one of the Catacombs of Rome on the Appian Way, most notable for containing the Crypt of the Popes, …
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How easy is this to get to from Rome?
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It’s well outside the city center but there is a bus that will drop you off nearby. I don’t remember the number but you can check on the ATAC website. Well worth the journey!
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Are the passageways very narrow my friend is a little clostrophobic
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No it is not very narrow
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Answer by Olivia J · Sep 3, 2019
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Why does it advise to cover knees and shoulders in trip to catacombs?
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Yes. For respect purposes, and because it is cool in the catacombs and dusty too. Wear closed toed shoes with a good grip too.
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Answer by Bryce M · Jun 3, 2019
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