San Clemente Basilica Underground Tour, Quattro Santi & San Giovanni in Laterano
Discover 2,000 years of Roman history on an exclusive 3-hour San Clemente Basilica Underground tour through three of Rome’s most extraordinary sacred sites. Led by an expert, licensed English-speaking guide and limited to just 8 travellers, this small-group experience takes you deep beneath street level and across centuries of papal power, ancient mysteries, and medieval treasures.
Tour Highlights
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Descend Three Subterranean Layers at San Clemente: Walk down from the 12th-century upper basilica through a 4th-century early Christian church into a 1st-century Roman pagan Mithraic temple and ancient Roman street.
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Uncover the Medieval Fort of Santi Quattro Coronati: Step inside an active cloistered monastery complex, famous for its Romanesque courtyards and the vibrant 13th-century frescoes of the Chapel of San Silvestro.
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Stand in the Cathedral of Rome: Marvel at the Archbasilica of San Giovanni in Laterano—the mother church of Catholicism—renowned for its colossal statues of the Apostles, ornate ceiling, and Borromini interior.
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Ultra-Small Group Atmosphere: With a maximum of 8 participants, enjoy personalized attention, clear audio, and the freedom to ask questions without feeling rushed.
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Small-Group Guided Tour in English
Three Venues: San Clemente Basilica, Quattro Santi Coronati, San Giovanni in Laterano
Admission Tickets
Accredited Guide
Your guide will meet you at the Basilica. Look for an E&D Tours sign.
