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Capuchin Crypt Tickets with Audio Guide

4.4/5(1,411)

Andreas D

Group

Verified booking

Yesterday

Instant tickets without waiting. Great audio guide conducted in an interview style. Helpful chat support that answers questions immediately. We planned to visit the crypt on a different day than originally scheduled. Everything went smoothly.

Nicole S

Group

Verified booking

3 days ago

Our tour guide Alain was very knowledgeable and made the tour fun and informative. Would recommend to anyone who wants to venture off the beaten path a little!

Rebekah S

Solo

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Purchasing the tickets were very and using my ticket was just as simple. I was able to go when it was convenient for me. The audioguide was very informative.

Natasa S

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

It was easy to find and enter the crypt. The waiting line was quite long and we were short on time so it was wery helpfule to have tickets to skip the line.

Danika S

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

it was absolutely amazing i love every single part an having head phones telling all cool history as i walked around added to the experience it really did i will highly recommend for anyone was amazing

Holly F

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

The tour guide Paula was so informative and answered all of pur questions. The bus was comfortable. Paula was full of interesting tidbits about our tour.

Skip the ticket lines and step straight into the Capuchin Crypt and Museum, with an audio guide included for a self-paced visit.

Encounter six chapels adorned with the bones of over 3,700 Capuchin friars, arranged in striking Baroque patterns.

The audio guide reveals the crypt’s history, the Capuchin order’s traditions, and the meaning behind the bone displays.

Dive into the Capuchin Museum to explore the rituals and cultural heritage of this unique religious community.

Opt for a guided tour of the Roman catacombs, including one-way transfer, for a deeper look at early Christian history.

Timed entry tickets to the Museum & Crypt of the Capuchin Friars

Audio guide for the Capuchin Crypt and Museum

Guided tour of Roman catacombs (Domitilla and St. Callixtus) with one-way transfer (as per option selected)

Guided tour of Capuchin Crypt

Food & beverages

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Natasa S
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
It was easy to find and enter the crypt. The waiting line was quite long and we were short on time so it was wery helpfule to have tickets to skip the line.
Noelia B
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
It's impressive, with the audio it's much easier to understand the history. An experience that surprised the whole family.
Nicole S
Group
Verified booking
3 days ago
Our tour guide Alain was very knowledgeable and made the tour fun and informative. Would recommend to anyone who wants to venture off the beaten path a little!
Rebekah S
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Purchasing the tickets were very and using my ticket was just as simple. I was able to go when it was convenient for me. The audioguide was very informative.
Bourniquel J
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The shuttle driver Alessandro was excellent and super friendly, and the French guide Geoffroy for the catacombs was also excellent 👌🙏

Skip the ticket lines and explore one of Rome’s most haunting and meaningful sites: the Capuchin Crypt. This short yet powerful visit includes an audio guide to help you make sense of its history and symbolism.

Getting started

Head to Via Vittorio Veneto 27 and wait outside, near the bronze gate. That’s where you’ll meet your group. After a quick ticket check and short introduction, you’ll enter the crypt together.

What to expect

Capuchin Crypt Tickets with Audio Guide

The Capuchin Crypt is a remarkable religious site beneath the Church of Santa Maria della Concezione, renowned for its chapels decorated with the bones of thousands of Capuchin friars. This site offers a unique perspective on Roman Catholic traditions and the history of the Capuchin order.

Features

Bone-adorned chapels: Walk through six small chapels where human bones are arranged in intricate patterns, reflecting centuries-old Capuchin beliefs about life and mortality.

Historical context: The crypt dates back to the 17th century and serves as a powerful reminder of Rome’s religious and cultural heritage.

Audio guide insights: Your audio guide provides detailed explanations of the crypt’s symbolism, the Capuchin order’s history, and the significance of each chapel’s design.

Upgrades: Add in a visit to the Roman Catacombs to get a full picture on Rome's early Christian tradition, burial systems, and more.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.

Display your voucher on your mobile phone at the starting point.

Wear modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees.

A light jacket is recommended as it can get chilly underground.

Comfortable walking shoes are advised.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, luggage, or backpacks are not allowed inside the crypt or museum.

Glass containers, alcohol, and aerosols are not permitted on the premises.

Photography and videography are strictly prohibited inside the Catacombs.

Food and beverages are not allowed inside the crypt and museum.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Not recommended for visitors with claustrophobia or severe mobility issues.

Additional information

Minors must be accompanied by an adult when entering the crypt.

Please arrive on time at the meeting point; late arrivals cannot be accommodated.

The crypt is located beneath the Church of Santa Maria della Concezione.

Operating hours are daily from 9:30am to 6:30pm (last entry at 5:30pm), from 2nd January to 30th December.

The site is popular and may be busy during peak hours.

The visit typically lasts 30–40 minutes.

One-way transfer and guided tours of Roman catacombs are available as an upgrade with select options.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.