
Rome San Clemente Basilica and Underground Excavations Tour
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Is Rome San Clemente Basilica and Underground Excavations Tour worth booking?
Rome San Clemente Basilica and Underground Excavations Tour is a 1-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $55 per person. It scores 41 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 41 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $55 per person
Discover one of Rome’s most fascinating hidden treasures on a guided visit of San Clemente Basilica and its underground excavations. With a licensed guide, descend through layers of history: from the medieval basilica to
What you get
- Reserved time slot
- Mithraeum and Roman rooms
- Licensed tour guide
- Underground archaeological area
- Excavations entrance ticket
- San Clemente Basilica visit
About this experience
Discover one of Rome’s most fascinating hidden treasures on a guided visit of San Clemente Basilica and its underground excavations. With a licensed guide, descend through layers of history: from the medieval basilica to the 4th-century church below, then into ancient Roman rooms and the Mithraeum beneath the city. Please note: until mid-2027, scaffolding will be present in the upper Basilica only. Arrive at the entrance at least 15 minutes before the time indicated on your ticket. The entrance to the Basilica and the excavations is located in Piazza di San Clemente. Please look for the guide holding a Gyash Tours flag. A reservation is required to access the archaeological excavations.
What's included
Included
- Reserved time slot
- Mithraeum and Roman rooms
- Licensed tour guide
- Underground archaeological area
- Excavations entrance ticket
- San Clemente Basilica visit
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation
- Food and drinks
What you'll see and do
Basilica of San Clemente
San Clemente stands out because it offers a rare “journey downward” through different eras of Rome in one visit. English-speaking travelers repeatedly describe it as a hidden gem and praise the underground layers and Mithraeum as the real highlight of the experience.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rome
Please arrive 10 minutes before your selected time. Entrance to the basilica and excavations is on Piazza S. Clemente.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please arrive 10 minutes before your selected time. Entrance to the basilica and excavations is on Piazza S. Clemente.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Gyash Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- travelers with reduced mobility
- travelers who have difficulty with stairs
- travelers who have difficulty with stairs
- wheelchair users
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Rome San Clemente Basilica and Underground Excavations Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Juan was a brilliant guide
Amazing time in the Vatican today. Juan was a great guide and helped us get our tickets. Brilliant experience.
Response from the operator: Dear Customer, Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are very happy to hear that you had an amazing time at the Vatican and that Juan helped make the experience smooth and enjoyable, including assistance with your tickets. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again soon for another experience in Rome. Kind regards, Gyash Tours
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $55 to $56
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 41
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Rome San Clemente Basilica and Underground Excavations Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does Rome San Clemente Basilica and Underground Excavations Tour cost?
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Prices start at $55 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rome usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Rome San Clemente Basilica and Underground Excavations Tour take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rome is not rushed.
Is Rome San Clemente Basilica and Underground Excavations Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 41 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Rome San Clemente Basilica and Underground Excavations Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Rome San Clemente Basilica and Underground Excavations Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Rome San Clemente Basilica and Underground Excavations Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rome can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rome and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Rome San Clemente Basilica and Underground Excavations Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rome within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rome?
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Rome runs on skip-the-line access. The Colosseum underground, the Vatican before opening, and the catacombs south of the walls all require a licensed operator, and the price gap between the good ones and the rest is smaller than you would expect. We rank by guide credentials, group size and how reliably the promised access actually materialises. On Outty we rank every Rome experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Class: Ravioli, Fettuccine & Fine Wine 5*, Pasta Making & Wine Tasting with Dinner in Frascati from Rome, Rome: Pizza & Tiramisu or Gelato Class with Flowing Fine Wine 5*. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
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April, May, September and October. August is hot and half the city is shut. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rome?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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