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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Rome Underground San Clemente Basilica Exclusive Tour & Tickets

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

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Rome: San Clemente Underground and Basilica Small Group Tour

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

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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

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Rome Tour of Basilica San Clemente Excavation & Tiber River Boat

Explore the layers of history at the Basilica of San Clemente, where you'll uncover a time capsule of ancient Rome through its 1st-century Roman house, 4th-century basilica, and a hidden underground realm featuring an ancient temple. The audio guide enhances your journey, revealing the fascinating stories embedded in medieval frescoes, mosaics, and relics. In addition, enjoy a 24-hour hop-on hop-off riverboat ticket, allowing you to experience Rome from the tranquil Tiber River. Admire iconic landmarks like Castel Sant'Angelo, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the charming streets of Trastevere as you cruise at your leisure. - Discover the Basilica of San Clemente's rich historical layers with an audio guide - Enjoy a 24-hour hop-on hop-off riverboat ticket for scenic views along the Tiber - Visit landmarks like Castel Sant'Angelo, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Jewish Ghetto - Explore at your own pace with multiple boarding piers near major attractions

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Rome Tour of Basilica San Clemente Excavation & Tiber River Boat

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

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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Rome Bone Crypts and San Clement Underground

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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Basilica of San Clemente Underground and Colosseum Experience

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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Rome: Between Holy Doors Small Group Walking Tour

Most visitors to Rome never get past St. Peter’s Basilica, but the city is thick with important churches rich in art and history. This small-group walking tour visits seven sacred sites, from Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore to the Holy Stairs near Saint John Lateran. Delve into religious and art history as you admire holy relics and masterpieces by Michelangelo and others, with entrance fees included.

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Rome: Between Holy Doors Small Group Walking Tour

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Small-Group Tour of Roman Catacombs & St. Clement's Undergrounds

Explore ancient Roman sites that most tourists miss with this underground tour that takes you through catacombs and chapels hidden deep below the city. Begin by descending beneath the Basilica of San Clemente to explore its temples and chapels, then head outside the city center to the Catacombs of Santa Domitilla. Venture into the underground warren of chambers and corridors used by the early Christians as worship and burial spaces.

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Small-Group Tour of Roman Catacombs & St. Clement's Undergrounds

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Small Group Christian Rome Tour Basilicas & Early Christian Sites

Join this exciting 2-hour Christian tour of Rome. The journey begins at the wondrous Basilica of S. Clement, which is spread across three underground levels—each containing its own historical secrets. Venture onwards to Santi Quattro Coronati and marvel over the ancient fortification of Cardinal Palace, before visiting Santo Stefano Rotondo. Finally, explore inside the spellbinding Archbasilica of St John Lateran.

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Rome Best Kept Secrets: Self-Guided City Tour

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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Basilica of San Clemente Underground with Panoramic Bus Tour

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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Saint Clement's Basilica: The Archaeological Lasagna of Rome

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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Saint Clement's Basilica: The Archaeological Lasagna of Rome

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Ultimate Underground Tour in Rome

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Rome: Underground Temples and Crucifixion Relics Walking Tour

Delve into the early days of Christianity with this unique tour that traces the evolution of this important world religion from paganism through its formative stages. Explore four of Rome’s most storied churches with a guide to learn about early Christian history and view a number of holy relics said to be from the Crucifixion—including a nail and wood from the cross—as well as the Holy Stairs.

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Rome: Underground Temples and Crucifixion Relics Walking Tour

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Christian Rome and Underground: Half Day Semi-Private Tour

Immerse yourself in Rome’s Christian history on this small-group tour of its most significant basilicas. Wander through the Basilica of San Clemente, explore the ancient Santi Quattro Coronati, and admire the grandeur of the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran. Gain a deeper understanding of these sacred sites with commentary from your guide and enjoy the scenic city stroll between each landmark.

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Christian Rome and Underground: Half Day Semi-Private Tour

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Jubilee Golf Car Tour

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Catacombs and Hidden Underground Rome: Small Group Max 6 People

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Private Churches Tour San Clemente and San Giovanni & Scala Santa

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Private Tour of Basilica of San Clemente Rome

Uncover one of Rome’s most fascinating hidden treasures with a guided tour of the Basilica di San Clemente, a site that takes you on a journey through more than two thousand years of history. I Your experience begins outside the Basilica di San Clemente, located just steps away from the Colosseum. On the ground level, you’ll explore the 12th-century basilica, famous for its richly decorated mosaics, marble floors, and frescoes. Admire the shimmering apse mosaic of the Tree of Life Next, descend beneath the floor into the 4th-century church, where early Christian worshippers once gathered. The walls are still lined with faded frescoes depicting biblical scenes, saints, and symbols of the first centuries of Christianity in Rome. Finally, continue deeper underground into the 1st-century Roman buildings, including a house and a temple dedicated to the mysterious god Mithras. Step inside the Mithraeum to see the altar where followers of the cult once performed their secret rituals.

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Private Tour of Basilica of San Clemente Rome

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

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Christian Rome and Underground: Half Day Private Tour

Rome's historic basilicas are treasure troves of art and architecture, but most visitors to the Eternal City never go beyond St. Peter's. Discover four art- and history-filled treasures on this private walking tour, which begins at the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano, the oldest Papal Basilica. After taking in its interiors and learning about its history, continue with your guide to the Basilica of San Clemente, descending into its underground ruins dating from the 1st to the 12th century. End by visiting the Basilica of Santi Quattro Coronati and the Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli, home to Michelangelo's Moses statue.

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Christian Rome and Underground: Half Day Private Tour

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Private Tour: Colosseum & San Clemente Hidden undergrounds

Millions visit the Colosseum and other ancient sites in Rome each year, but the 12th-century Basilica San Clemente—just a 5-minute walk from the gladiatorial arena—is often overlooked. On this combo tour, you’ll visit the minor basilica, one of Rome’s hidden gems, before moving on to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill— with your own private guide telling stories and leading the way.

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Private Tour: Colosseum & San Clemente Hidden undergrounds

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What are people saying about Basilica of San Clemente

Rome: San Clemente Basilica & Ancient Underground Secrets Tour

David_H, May 2026

Daniel at the travel...

Daniel at the travel agency was very helpful in setting all of us up on the digital app so we could do the self guided tour of the Basilica.

Rome Underground San Clemente Basilica Exclusive Tour & Tickets

Donna_E, May 2026

Extremely knowledgeable and outstanding guide!

Our guide - Sabrina was outstanding! She was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic! I would absolutely rate her a 10!!

Rome: San Clemente Basilica & Ancient Underground Secrets Tour

Melissa_R, May 2026

Easy, Self-Guided Audio Tour with Good Information

It was a good audio tour of the underground area. Lots of history and good information. Picking up the tickets was very easy.

Rome: San Clemente Underground and Basilica Small Group Tour

Sally_R, Apr 2026

Amazing underground tour

Very fun underground tour. Learning about the layers of history in one building was so cool. We had a young child with us and our guide was informative and friendly explaining in a way everyone could follow. Great side quest tour!

Rome: San Clemente Underground and Basilica Small Group Tour

Lindsay_S, Mar 2026

Highly recommend

Luca, our guide, was great! He is very knowledgeable on San Clemente and lead a very informative tour. I learned more from him than I would have just visiting without a guide. The structure is remarkable and it's hard to wrap your head around the history. Truly amazing. I highly recommend this tour!