# Castel Sant'Angelo  & the Undergrounds of Saint Clemente Basilica

The rise and fall of the Roman Empire, from the terrace of the Angel to the undergrounds of Rome

- Type: Day tour
- Location: Rome, Lazio
- Duration: This tour has a duration of 4 hours
- Code: RM008
- Categories: Experiences, First time visitors, For kids, Into archaeology, Into art, Into religion, Like a local

## Description

This exclusive private tour offers a fascinating journey through layers of Rome’s history, revealing how the city has continuously transformed over the centuries. Your experience begins inside Castel Sant’Angelo, an extraordinary monument that has lived many lives. Originally built nearly 1,900 years ago as the monumental mausoleum of Emperor Hadrian, it was later transformed into a papal fortress, a refuge, and a symbol of power. As you walk through its halls and ramparts, you’ll trace the evolution of Rome itself, culminating on the Angel’s Terrace, where a breathtaking panoramic view over the city unfolds before you.

The tour continues at the Basilica of San Clemente, one of Rome’s most remarkable hidden treasures. Beneath the elegant medieval church lies an extraordinary underground archaeological complex, descending through centuries of history. Built over the remains of an ancient Mithraic temple, San Clemente preserves some of the finest medieval frescoes in the world, dating from the 8th to the 11th centuries. The subterranean levels are both mysterious and captivating, offering one of the best-preserved and most intriguing archaeological sites anywhere. This unique experience is a deep dive into Rome’s past—an unforgettable exploration of power, faith, art, and archaeology, all within a single, extraordinary journey.

## Details

- Meeting Point at your accommodation with a private car driver and a licensed tour guide;
- Visit of St Clemente Undergrounds and Basilica;
- Ponte degli Angeli;
- Castel Sant' Angelo.

## Notes

- IDs/ passports are always required to access the museums.
- The tour can be customized into a full day tour and also include a visit to the Catacombs of Rome on the Appia Antica or to other important secluded underground gems in the city.
- The tour can also be customized into a full-day experience, combining the underground visit with an exclusive art and food tour through some of Rome’s most iconic neighborhoods and historic squares, including Campo de’ Fiori, Piazza Navona, Campo Marzio, and Jewish Ghetto. Along the way, guests will enjoy carefully selected food stops, discover hidden artistic treasures, and experience the authentic atmosphere of Rome through its flavors, history, and timeless beauty. See also [https://www.zestitalytours.com/tours/orientation-tour-between-art-e-street-food](https://www.zestitalytours.com/tours/orientation-tour-between-art-e-street-food)
- Check out our blog: [Zest // Dreams come tours | Domus Area, Rome](https://www.zestitalytours.com/domus-aurea-rome.php) and [Zest // Dreams come tours | Hidden Jewels of Rome](https://www.zestitalytours.com/hidden-jewels-of-rome.php)

## Included

- LICENSED PRIVATE TOUR GUIDE
- BOOKING FEES
- SKIP THE LINE PRIORITY TICKETS
- ENGLISH SPEAKING CAR DRIVER AVAILABLE FOR THE WHOLE DURATION OF THE TOUR

## Not included

- EXTRAS

## Services

- Kids friendly
- Private licensed tour guide
- Private tour
- Tour for everybody
- Access for disabled people

## Links

- Web page: https://www.zestitalytours.com/tours/castel-sant-angelo-e-the-undergrounds-of-saint-clemente-basilica
- PDF: https://www.zestitalytours.com/pdf/RM008-castel-sant-angelo-e-the-undergrounds-of-saint-clemente-basilica.pdf
- Image: https://www.zestitalytours.com/img/tours/6426e7bca70d0-1680271292.jpg