Basilica of San Clemente Tours and Tickets

Q: What is the Basilica of San Clemente al Laterano known for?

The Basilica of San Clemente al Laterano is known for displaying multiple layers of Rome’s millennia-long history all in one place. Go back 900 years in time by entering the ground-level basilica from the 12th century, then descend even deeper into history by visiting the archaeological excavations underground, including ancient Roman ruins.

Q: Are guided tours of the Basilica of San Clemente al Laterano available?

Yes, while the basilica itself does not provide guided tours, plenty of tour operators visit this storied site. Join an archaeologist-led tour of the Basilica of San Clemente al Laterano for a deeper understanding of its layered history, or opt for a multi-stop excursion that combines the basilica with other underground wonders, such as the Catacombs of Rome.

Q: Is photography allowed inside the Basilica of San Clemente al Laterano?

No, the Basilica of San Clemente al Laterano does not allow you to take photos inside the complex and warns that those seen using a camera may be asked to leave the basilica. Also, be sure not to bring food, drinks, or any bulky belongings, including luggage.

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St. Clemente Basilica with Underground Experience Visit

The Basilica of San Clemente is one of the most fascinating and surprising treasures of Rome, a true journey through over 2,000 years of history. On the surface, admire the elegant 12th century medieval basilica, famous for its magnificent apse mosaic and cosy atmosphere. Descending into the underground levels, you will find yourself in the early Christian basilica of the fourth century, decorated with extraordinary frescoes that tell stories of saints and martyrs. Further down, you will discover remains of 1st century Roman buildings, including an ancient mithraea dedicated to the cult of Mithras. Each level reveals a different era, showing how Rome has transformed over time without ever erasing its past. The Basilica of San Clemente is an unmissable experience for those who want to understand the deep soul of the city, where archaeology, art and spirituality coexist in a unique and fascinating way.

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St. Clemente Basilica with Underground Experience Visit

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Step beneath the streets of Rome and discover nearly 2,000 years of history on this San Clemente Underground & Basilica Semi-Private Tour. Begin inside the magnificent 12th-century Basilica of San Clemente, famous for its dazzling golden apse mosaic and medieval artwork. Descend to the remarkably preserved 4th-century Early Christian basilica, then continue deeper into the remains of an ancient Roman neighborhood dating back to the 1st century AD. Walk through ancient streets, admire original frescoes, discover a former Roman residence, and visit one of the world's best-preserved Mithraic temples while your guide reveals the fascinating transformation of Rome from a pagan empire to the center of Christianity. With a maximum of 10 participants, this semi-private tour offers a relaxed atmosphere, personalized tour, and plenty of opportunities to ask questionsperfect for travelers looking to experience one of Rome's most captivating hidden gems away from the crowds.

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San Clemente Underground and Basilica Semi Private Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Explore one of Rome's major religious landmarks, the Basilica of San Clemente—and even discover its ancient archaeological layers, found underground—on this small-group, guided tour of the 12th-century church. Head decidedly off the tourist circuit, and descend three levels below the church to see a 4th-century basilica, the remains of an ancient pagan temple, and more. As you go, learn insider facts and stories from your guide.

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Rome: San Clemente Underground and Basilica Small Group Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Discover Rome's hidden treasures—and visit sights many other visitors miss—on this three-in-one, private tour. Admire sacred relics and an unfinished masterpiece by Michelangelo at San Pietro in Vincoli church, and see where gladiators prepared for battle at the Ludus Magnus. Then, take an underground archaeological tour at the multi-layered Basilica of San Clemente. Alternatively, if pressed for time, you can take a self-led audio tour of San Clemente alone.

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Rome Underground San Clemente Basilica Exclusive Tour & Tickets

2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Rome: San Clemente Basilica & Ancient Underground Secrets Tour

Delve deep into ancient Roman history—and learn more than you would if exploring alone—on a self-led audio tour of Rome's Basilica of San Clemente al Laterano. Known for its Byzantine mosaics above ground and ancient ruins below it, the basilica is one of Rome's true architectural (and archaeological) treasures. Hear its history as you explore, and have the freedom to travel at your own pace.

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Rome: San Clemente Basilica & Ancient Underground Secrets Tour

45 minutes to 1 hourFree Cancellation

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Most travel experiences in Rome take place either by land or on the water—during this private sightseeing package, enjoy the best of both worlds. First, take in the layers of history at the Basilica of San Clemente, from its ancient foundation as a Roman mansion to 4th and 12th-century basilicas, with an included audioguide. Then, hop aboard a riverboat for a scenic cruise along the Tiber—with 24-hour validity.

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Rome Tour of Basilica San Clemente Excavation & Tiber River Boat

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Get off the tourist track and explore the ancient treasures hidden below St. Clement’s Basilica with this unique underground tour. Descend deep below the 12th-century basilica with your guide and small group to admire pagan temples, the 1st-century home of St. Clement, the remains of a frescoed basilica from the 4th century, and more. End by visiting the street-level basilica to marvel at its dazzling mosaics or upgrade to include a guided visit to the nearby Basilica di Santo Stefano Rotondo al Celio.

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Small-Group Tour at Underground Temples of St. Clement's Basilica

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Discover ancient treasures hidden deep beneath one of Rome’s most historic churches on this guided tour through the St. Clement’s Basilica and underground ruins. Join your guide and small group to marvel at the mosaics in the 12th century church, then descend to explore the remains of an ancient pagan temple and early Christian church. Learn about Roman history and take in a Mithraic altar and ancient religious frescoes.

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St. Clement's Basilica & Underground Guided Tour

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

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Mosaics of the Basilica of St Clement in Rome and their history The Basilica of St Clement in Rome is famous for its mosaics, which are unique in their kind and represent a refined meeting point between art and theology. The Christian mosaics of Rome, including those in the Basilica of St Clement, are a sophisticated blend of art and theology. more-rome.com Mosaic of the Triumph of the Cross: A work of great artistic and historical value, celebrating redemption and salvation. Underground mithraeum: An important archaeological discovery that gives a glimpse of pagan Rome. Cosmatesque floor: A work of great artistic and historical value, showcasing the excellence of medieval Roman decorative art. These mosaics and other artworks in the Basilica of St Clement are a precious treasure that offers visitors a unique chance to explore the history and art of Rome.

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Basilica of St Clement Exploring the Archaeological Excavations

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This is a small and intimate group walking tour of no more than 12 people. Beneath modern Rome lies an entire hidden world waiting to be discovered. Join us as we explore the underground layers of the Eternal City, where ancient history still survives beneath today’s streets. We’ll begin at the new Colosseum metro station, transformed into a fascinating “museum-station” after incredible archaeological discoveries were uncovered during construction. Here, we’ll learn about ancient water wells and daily life in Rome nearly 2,000 years ago. Next, we’ll visit the site of the ancient gladiator training school beside the Colosseum, where fighters once lived and prepared for battle just steps from the arena. Finally, we’ll descend beneath the Basilica of San Clemente, one of Rome’s oldest churches. Layer by layer, we’ll uncover a hidden medieval church, an ancient Roman temple, and even an underground stream still flowing beneath the city today.

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Colosseum Museum-Station and San Clemente Underground tour

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Go beyond Rome's most famous landmarks and discover the city's hidden layers on a carefully designed smallgroup walking tour. Visit remarkable basilicas before descending into the archaeological complex of San Clemente. Your journey begins at Santa Maria Maggiore, before continuing to Santa Prassede, home to Byzantine mosaics and the column traditionally associated with Christ's flagellation. At San Martino ai Monti, descend beneath the church to explore the remains of one of Rome's earliest Christian places of worship. Stroll across the Oppian Hill for a unique perspective of the Colosseum before reaching the Basilica of San Clemente. With entrance tickets included, explore its archaeological levels: the 12th-century basilica, the 4th-century church below, and the ancient Roman buildings, including a preserved Mithraic temple. Led by a fully licensed English-speaking guide, this tour reveals how pagan, early Christian and medieval Rome were built layer upon layer over the centuries.

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Rome San Clemente Hidden Basilicas Underground Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Leave the tourist trail behind and discover some of Rome’s hidden gems with this small-group guided tour. Your journey through the layers of Ancient Rome begins at the Basilica of San Clemente, just a few steps from the Colosseum. Here, you will be met by your passionate and experienced guide, who will first show you the beautiful, mosaic-filled 12th-century church before descending underground to discover the 4th-century Basilica and Roman temple. Your guide will then take you to the Basilica and Monastery of the Four Crowned Saints (Quattro Santi Coronati), where you will explore this fascinating church and marvel at the medieval frescoes before concluding at the most important sanctuary in all of Rome, the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran—the oldest papal Basilica in the world. This tour will provide you with a clear understanding of life and religion in Rome and how it has changed over 2,000 years. It's been crafted for curious travellers willing to go beyond the beaten path.

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Underground Rome: San Clemente Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Most Colosseum tours only provide access to the iconic arena, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, but this excursion includes tickets to the ancient San Clemente Basilica, a site that most travelers miss. Begin with a walk through the Roman Forum, once the heart of public life, then Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome. Then, step inside the Colosseum, the world’s largest and most iconic amphitheater, before concluding at the basilica, dedicated to the third pope after St. Peter.

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Basilica of San Clemente Underground and Colosseum Experience

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A must-do Rome experience! Explore the haunting Capuchin Crypts, decorated with the bones of 4,000 monks, and uncover history, art, and secrets you won’t find on any standard tour. With skip-the-line entry and an English mother-tongue guide, journey through the Capuchin Museum and six unforgettable chapels, including the Crypt of the Three Skeletons, the Crypt of Leg Bones and Thigh Bones, the Crypt of Pelvises, and the iconic Crypt of Skulls with its symbolic hourglass. Then, walk through Rome’s living history past the Colosseum, gladiator training grounds, and the ruins of Nero’s Golden House, before visiting the multi-layered Basilica of S. Clemente. Descend from the 12th-century basilica to a 4th-century church and a 2nd-century Mithraic temple, marveling at stunning Byzantine mosaics, early Christian frescoes, and a 2,000-year-old fountain still flowing today. This small-group tour combines the eerie, the sacred, and the extraordinary for a truly unforgettable experience in Rome.

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Rome Bone Crypts and San Clement Underground

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Most tourists in Rome never go beyond the ancient splendor of the Colosseum, but there are fascinating ruins that lie hidden underground just steps away. On this tour, pair under-the-radar ancient sites with the city's most famous Roman monument by visiting the Basilica of San Clemente underground and Colosseum in a single itinerary. Follow your guide beneath the church to discover long-lost ruins before continuing on to the grand amphitheater, with time to admire the arena and tiers of seats as you listen to narration of its history and lore.

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San Clemente Underground and Colosseum Small Group Tour in Rome

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Step beneath the streets of Rome—and avoid the crowds—on this private tour of the Basilica of San Clemente. Discover the ground floor basilica, which dates from the 12th-century, explore an underground church from the 4th-century, and venture even deeper to see 1st-century buildings up close. Along the way, see an ancient altar, view faded artworks, and learn about Roman, Christian, and medieval history.

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The Underground Rome Experience: San Clemente

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

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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.

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Rome San Clemente Basilica and Underground Excavations Tour

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes

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Below the Basilica of San Clemente Al Laterano, a world of history and mystery unfolds: an older church built atop Roman structures housing an ancient Mithraic temple. Enjoy reserved timed entry with skip-the-line access to these fascinating excavations when you book this convenient package, including a panoramic bus ride from the ticket collection point to the church and an audio guide app covering more than 170 points of interest in Rome.

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Basilica of San Clemente Underground with Panoramic Bus Tour

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Experience Rome at your own pace with an interactive self-guided tour app that combines classic highlights with lesser-known discoveries. This app leads you from iconic sites like the Colosseum and Roman Forum to the atmospheric neighborhoods of Trastevere, providing a well-rounded immersion in the city’s history and daily life. Designed for enthusiasts of history, art, and culture, the tour features detailed audio guides, unique stories, and interactive offline maps that make exploring the city effortless—whether pausing for gelato in scenic piazzas or spending extra time at renowned museums. Navigate more than 30+ points of interest seamlessly, enjoying full offline access and maps directions so you never lose your way. Every stop reveals surprising details about Rome’s architecture, artistic contributions, and local customs, encouraging a deeper understanding of its heritage.

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Rome Best Kept Secrets: Self-Guided City Tour

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Step beneath the surface and uncover the hidden stories beneath the Eternal City on this sightseeing tour. From ancient catacombs and early Christian burial sites, to the chambers that once housed animals and intricate stage machinery beneath the Colosseum, there's plenty to see. Choose to experience one or the other with guided tours, or combine both into one convenient experience and explore at your own pace with a multilingual audio guide.

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Rome: Catacombs Underground & Colosseum Small Group Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Ultimate Underground Tour in Rome

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Jubilee Tour by Golf Car

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Tour at Underground Temples of St. Clement's Basilica

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Rome : Ticket and Tour Underground San Clemente & Roman House

Join our guided group or private tour of some of the most beautiful places in Rome from a historical, religious and artistic point of view. Following our walking tour you can discover many curiosities out of the usual known explanations. At the meeting point you will find our on-site assistance staff who will help and provide you with all the necessary information, and you will meet your Guide who will accompany you throughout the visit. Discover the Basilica of San Clemente in Rome, one of the most important archaeological treasures in the world. Admire the various phases of Rome's history by exploring its underground. In addition to visiting this site, you can choose to continue the experience a guided tour of the Roman houses on the Celio, a clear example of the historical, artistic and cultural transition between paganism and Christianity. It is a place rich in art and charm, thanks also to its masterfully preserved original frescoes.

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Rome : Ticket and Tour Underground San Clemente & Roman House

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What are people saying about Basilica of San Clemente

Rome Underground San Clemente Basilica Exclusive Tour & Tickets

Chris_B, Sep 2026

It would have been useful...

It would have been useful to have been informed that the ground level church was under restoration and so a lot of it was not visible. The audio guide was informative but not overwhelming.

Rome: San Clemente Underground and Basilica Small Group Tour

Kim_E, Sep 2026

Very interesting ...

Very interesting Great guide with vast knowledge of history and the church.. Would recommend for any history lover

Rome: San Clemente Underground and Basilica Small Group Tour

Ann_M, Jul 2026

I highly recommend this...

I highly recommend this tour and in particular our tour guide Luca. He was very knowledgeable about the church and the ruins on which the church was built.

Rome Underground San Clemente Basilica Exclusive Tour & Tickets

Megan_O, Jun 2026

We used the self-guided...

We used the self-guided audio tour from the tour provider. It was informative! The basilica was not too busy which made it nice to visit.