Underground Rome and Early Christian Basilicas

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Discover 2000 years of history and spectacular mosaics and frescoes. Travel back in time in St. Clement’s Basilica and descend into the first century world of Rome and be prepared to admire a pagan temple. Understand how Christianity evolved from a simple and obscure sect into the largest religion in the world!

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Duration: 3 hours
Starts: Rome, Italy
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours



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Discover 2000 years of history and spectacular mosaics and frescoes. Travel back in time in St. Clement’s Basilica and descend into the first century world of Rome and be prepared to admire a pagan temple. Understand how Christianity evolved from a simple and obscure sect into the largest religion in the world!

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Stop At: Arcibasilica di San Giovanni in Laterano, Piazza di Porta San Giovanni, 4, 00184 Rome Italy

Visit the Cathedral Basilica of Rome. This is the oldest church in Rome and the official Episcopal See of the Pope.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Battistero Lateranense, Piazza di San Giovanni in Laterano 4, 00184 Rome Italy

This is where tradition says the Emperor Constantine was baptized, thus announcing the end of the pagan era.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Basilica of San Clemente, Via Labicana 95, 00184 Rome Italy

This is a unique experience where you shall visit the medieval basilica of St. Clement, and then descend into the underground ancient basilica, and further explore an ancient Roman temple, hidden underground.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Piazza di San Pietro in Vincoli 4/a, 00184 Rome Italy

Visit the Basilica’s incredible artwork, including the famous Moses by Michelangelo, and see the ancient prison chains of the Apostle Peter.

Duration: 30 minutes



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