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Catacombs of St Callixtus Tickets

Compare the official Catacombs of St Callixtus ticket, which includes a guided visit, with selected partner tours along the Appian Way.

€10.00official adult ticket from
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Entrance to the Catacombs of St Callixtus beside the Appian Way

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Which St Callixtus catacombs ticket should you buy?

The official ticket compared with partner tours that add transport, a bike or golf cart ride along the Appian Way, or a private guide.

We compare official tickets with selected offers from Viator and GetYourGuide. We may earn a commission if you book through a partner link. How we check tickets

€15.00Partner tour
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€129.00Private

Cheapest partner tour

Catacombs of Saint Callixtus: Guided Tour

★ 4.5 · 1,652 reviews on Tiqets

The lowest-priced checked partner tour. Check which catacomb it visits: some choose St Callixtus or another catacomb depending on availability.

  • Guided tour, entry included
  • 1 hour
  • Live guide in English, French, German and 2 more
  • Non-refundable
Guided
From€15.00per adultLowest current partner tour price
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Cheapest private tour

Private Appia Catacombs Lunch

Deluxe Appian Way Bike Tour with Catacombs and Traditional Lunch

★ 4.9 · 95 reviews on Viator

94% gave 5 stars, none gave 1 or 2 stars
  • 5 stars94%
  • 4 stars5%
  • 3 stars1%
  • 2 stars0%
  • 1 star0%

Based on 95 reviews shown on Viator: 17 from Viator travellers and 78 from Tripadvisor.

The lowest-priced checked private tour, with a guide for your party only. Check whether the price is per person or per group.

  • 5 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Live guide in English and Italian
Good for
Confident cyclists who want an e-bike tour of the Appian Way with a guided catacomb visit and lunch or an aperitif, including a private option.
Not ideal for
Anyone who cannot ride a bike well, which the seller requires, and pregnant travellers, whom the seller advises against it.
GuidedPrivate tour
From€129.00Check whether this price is per person or per group.
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Starting prices. Your date and group size may change the total.

What these terms mean
Timed entry:
admission for a booked date and time.
Hosted entry:
a host helps you meet or enter. Do not assume this includes a guided museum tour.
Guided tour:
a live guide accompanies the part of the visit described in the offer.
Small group:
a guided tour with a capped group size, stated on the offer when we know it.
Private tour:
a guide for your party only; check whether the price is per adult or per group.

Official price benchmark

How do official St Callixtus prices compare with partner tours?

Admission costs €10 at the entrance or €12 online, including a €2 booking fee, and every ticket includes a visit led by the catacombs' own guide. Independent visits are not allowed.

Official adult ticket from€10.00Adult ticket bought on site
Published by Catacombs of St Callixtus
Reduced on site: students up to 25 of archaeology, architecture, art history or cultural heritage, and clergy, religious, seminarians or novices, with proof (conditions apply)€7.00
Adult ticket bought on site€10.00
Adult ticket online, including booking fee€12.00

A lower rate of €7.00 (Reduced on site: students up to 25 of archaeology, architecture, art history or cultural heritage, and clergy, religious, seminarians or novices, with proof) applies only to some visitors or dates. Check whether it applies to you before you book.

Good for
Independent visitors: €10 at the entrance or €12 online, with a visit of about 40 minutes led by the catacombs' own guide, and free entry for children up to 6.
Not ideal for
Wheelchair users and anyone with claustrophobia, as the route has about 50 irregular steps and no lift, and Wednesday visitors: the catacombs are closed.

Official prices checked 23 September 2026. View the official Catacombs of St Callixtus price source

Partner tickets and tours from€15.00per adult

Partner tours add transport from central Rome, a bike or golf cart tour of the Appian Way, or a private guide, so their prices are not directly comparable with admission alone.

The partner options shown here are guided tours. To visit without a tour company, start with the official admission ticket.

Plan your visit

Plan your Catacombs of St Callixtus visit

From the official website, checked 23 September 2026. Hours and rules can change, so confirm on the official site before you travel.

Opening days and last entry
Open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday to Sunday, 09:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 17:00. Closed on Wednesdays, 1 January and 25 December. The last guided visits start at 12:00 and 17:00. The afternoon ticket office closes at 16:50. Official source
Allow for your visit
The official visitor rules describe a guided visit of about 40 minutes. Official source
What this ticket includes
Admission includes a visit led by the catacombs’ own guide. Independent visits are not allowed. Official source
Children and free admission
Children aged 0 to 6 enter free. Visitors with a certified disability above 74% qualify for free entry; an assistant is free where the certificate requires one. Official source
Accessibility
The route has about 50 irregular steps down and back up, with no lift or seating. It is not accessible to wheelchair users and is not recommended for visitors with claustrophobia. Official source
Changes and cancellation
The official visitor rules state that tickets are non-refundable. Official source
Where to arrive
Entrance at Via Appia Antica 110. Bus 118 stops at Catacombe di San Callisto; arrive punctually for a reserved tour. Official source

Compare partner tickets and tours

Compare Catacombs of St Callixtus ticket options

10 options from 6 partner products. Prices are starting prices; your date and group size may change the total. All the partner options here are guided tours; for an independent visit, use the official ticket.

Ancient stone tunnel with arched ceilings and empty wall niches. Dim lighting illuminates the rough, carved surfaces.

Tiqets

Catacombs of Saint Callixtus: Guided Tour

★ 4.5 · 1,652 reviews on Tiqets

1 ticket option

  • Guided tour, entry included
  • 1 hour
  • Live guide in English, French, German and 2 more
  • Non-refundable
Options from€15.00

Catacombs of Saint Callixtus: Guided Tour

Guided
From€15.00per adult
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Private Tour of Catacombs and Ancient Appian Way (hotel pick up)

Viator

Private Tour of Catacombs and Ancient Appian Way (hotel pick up)

★ 4.4 · 128 reviews on Viator

77% gave 5 stars, 11% gave 1 or 2 stars
  • 5 stars77%
  • 4 stars8%
  • 3 stars5%
  • 2 stars4%
  • 1 star7%

Based on 128 reviews shown on Viator: 91 from Viator travellers and 37 from Tripadvisor.

3 ticket options

  • 2.5 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Live guide in English
  • Hotel pickup included
Good for
Visitors who want hotel pick-up and private transport with an English-speaking driver, with tickets and a group guided visit of the catacombs included.
Not ideal for
Anyone expecting a private guide underground: the catacombs visit is a group tour, and only the transport is private.
Options from€82.00

Family/Group Tour

GuidedTransport included
From€82.00Check whether this price is per person or per group.
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private group upto 3

GuidedTransport included
From€158.00Check whether this price is per person or per group.
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Secrets Below Rome: Tour of Catacombs and Ancient Appian Way

GuidedTransport included
From€176.00Check whether this price is per person or per group.
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Rome Bike / EBike Tour: Appian Way, Catacombs & Roman Aqueducts

Viator

Rome Bike / EBike Tour: Appian Way, Catacombs & Roman Aqueducts

★ 4.9 · 1,958 reviews on Viator

96% gave 5 stars, under 1% gave 1 or 2 stars
  • 5 stars96%
  • 4 stars4%
  • 3 starsunder 1%
  • 2 starsunder 1%
  • 1 starunder 1%

Based on 1,958 reviews shown on Viator: 959 from Viator travellers and 999 from Tripadvisor.

2 ticket options

  • 4 to 6 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Live guide in English, Dutch, French and 3 more
Good for
Confident cyclists who want a guided six-hour bike or e-bike ride along the Appian Way and the aqueducts, with a catacomb visit included.
Not ideal for
Anyone set on St Callixtus, as the tour visits St Callixtus or St Sebastian, and riders uneasy in traffic: about 40% of the 27 km route is on city streets.
Options from€85.00

6h English Tour - Regular Bike

Tour language: English
Guided
From€85.00per adult
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6h English Tour - E-Bike

Tour language: English
Guided
From€89.00per adult
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See all compared options (4 more from 3 products)
Deluxe Appian Way Bike Tour with Catacombs and Traditional Lunch

Viator

Deluxe Appian Way Bike Tour with Catacombs and Traditional Lunch

★ 4.9 · 95 reviews on Viator

94% gave 5 stars, none gave 1 or 2 stars
  • 5 stars94%
  • 4 stars5%
  • 3 stars1%
  • 2 stars0%
  • 1 star0%

Based on 95 reviews shown on Viator: 17 from Viator travellers and 78 from Tripadvisor.

2 ticket options

  • 5 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Live guide in English and Italian
Good for
Confident cyclists who want an e-bike tour of the Appian Way with a guided catacomb visit and lunch or an aperitif, including a private option.
Not ideal for
Anyone who cannot ride a bike well, which the seller requires, and pregnant travellers, whom the seller advises against it.
Options from€89.00

Appia+Catacombs+Lunch/Aperiti

Guided
From€89.00per adult
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Private Appia Catacombs Lunch

GuidedPrivate tour
From€129.00Check whether this price is per person or per group.
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Appian Way Bike tour Underground with Catacombs & Lunch

Viator

Appian Way Bike tour Underground with Catacombs & Lunch

★ 4.9 · 82 reviews on Viator

95% gave 5 stars, 1% gave 1 or 2 stars
  • 5 stars95%
  • 4 stars1%
  • 3 stars2%
  • 2 stars0%
  • 1 star1%

Based on 82 reviews shown on Viator: 24 from Viator travellers and 58 from Tripadvisor.

1 ticket option

  • 5 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Live guide in English and Italian
Good for
Confident cyclists who want an e-bike tour of the Appian Way with a guided catacomb visit and lunch, or an aperitif on afternoon tours.
Not ideal for
Anyone who cannot ride a bike well, which the seller requires, and riders over 120 kg, the stated weight limit.
Options from€89.00

Appian Way Bike tour Underground with Catacombs & Lunch

Guided
From€89.00per adult
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Rome: Appian Way & Catacombs Golf Cart Tour - Shared|Small groups

Viator

Rome: Appian Way & Catacombs Golf Cart Tour - Shared|Small groups

★ 4.8 · 24 reviews on Viator

88% gave 5 stars, none gave 1 or 2 stars
  • 5 stars88%
  • 4 stars4%
  • 3 stars8%
  • 2 stars0%
  • 1 star0%

Based on 24 reviews shown on Viator: 23 from Viator travellers and 1 from Tripadvisor.

1 ticket option

  • 3 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Live guide in English
Good for
Visitors who prefer a golf cart to walking or cycling the Appian Way, in shared small groups, with entry to St Callixtus or St Sebastian included.
Not ideal for
Anyone set on St Callixtus, as the catacomb depends on availability, and visitors expecting entry to Cecilia Metella's tomb, which is not included.
Options from€105.00

Rome: Appian Way & Catacombs Golf Cart Tour - Shared|Small groups

Guided
From€105.00per adult
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Before you book

Catacombs of St Callixtus ticket questions that affect what you should buy

Use these checks before choosing between official Catacombs of St Callixtus tickets and partner products.

Can I visit the Catacombs of St Callixtus without a guide?

No. Admission includes a visit of about 40 minutes led by the catacombs' own guide, and independent visits are not allowed.

Partner tours mainly add transport, the Appian Way or a private guide around the visit.

Catacombs of St Callixtus: tickets

Is it cheaper to buy St Callixtus tickets at the entrance?

Yes: €10 at the entrance against €12 online, which includes a €2 booking fee. The catacombs are closed on Wednesdays, and the last visits start at 12:00 and 17:00.

Arrive well before the last visit; the afternoon ticket office closes at 16:50.

Catacombs of St Callixtus: tickets

Is the St Callixtus visit suitable for everyone?

The route has about 50 irregular steps down and back up, with no lift or seating. It is not accessible to wheelchair users and not recommended for visitors with claustrophobia, and it is about 16°C underground.

Bring a layer, and leave pushchairs and large luggage behind: both are prohibited.

Catacombs of St Callixtus: tickets

Ticket facts

Catacombs of St Callixtus ticket facts

The rules that decide which ticket works for you, each from its source. Checked 25 September 2026.

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Official tickets
Sold by the Catacombs of St Callixtus on site, or online via the official partner Opera Romana PellegrinaggiCatacombs of St Callixtus: tickets
Standard price
10 EUR at the entranceCatacombs of St Callixtus: tickets
Online price
12 EUR online through Opera Romana Pellegrinaggi, including a 2 EUR booking feeOmnia Vatican and Rome: Catacombs of St Callixtus
Guided only
Admission includes a guided visit of about 40 minutes; independent visits are not allowedCatacombs of St Callixtus: visitor rules
Opening days
Open 09:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 17:00, except Wednesdays, 1 January and 25 DecemberCatacombs of St Callixtus: opening hours
Last entry
Last guided visits start at 12:00 and 17:00; the afternoon ticket office closes at 16:50Catacombs of St Callixtus: opening hours
Free entry
Children aged up to 6 enter free, as do visitors with a certified disability above 74% and their required assistantCatacombs of St Callixtus: tickets
Changes and refunds
Tickets are non-refundableCatacombs of St Callixtus: visitor rules
Accessibility
About 50 irregular steps down and back up, with no lift or seating; not accessible to wheelchair usersCatacombs of St Callixtus: visitor rules
Arrival
Entrance at Via Appia Antica 110; bus 118 stops at Catacombe di San CallistoCatacombs of St Callixtus: how to reach us

Sources

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How we compare

How we check Catacombs of St Callixtus tickets

We compare the official ticket office's prices with selected Viator and GetYourGuide offers, check the access details of each offer before we recommend it, and refresh Viator prices every 6 hours; GetYourGuide prices can be a few days old.

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