• Basilica of San Clemente - The starting point for the Option San Clemente Basilica with Audio Guide Only is at Via Labicana, 96, where tickets can be purchased and the audio guide app can be downloaded.
• Ludus Magnus - After leaving San Pietro in Vincoli, continue to explore the ruins of the Ludus Magnus, an ancient gladiator training school located on the northeast side of the Colosseum. This visit includes entry into the most significant gladiator gym, the Ludus Magnus, constructed by Emperor Domitian at the end of the 1st century A.D. The structure, made entirely of brick, was a rectangular building, likely with three floors, featuring a large porticoed courtyard at its center. Surrounding the courtyard were a series of rectangular rooms designed to accommodate the gladiators. A distinctive feature is the presence of a miniature amphitheater in the courtyard, intended for gladiator training. After approximately half an hour, the tour will proceed towards San Clemente.
• Basilica of San Clemente - The final stop is the Basilica of San Clemente al Laterano, located on Via San Giovanni. This extraordinary site showcases three layers of Rome’s history: a 12th-century basilica built over a 4th-century church, which itself was constructed atop a Roman-era villa from the Republican period. Beneath these are early Christian and medieval layers, as well as a Mithraeum, offering a unique glimpse into Rome’s spiritual and architectural evolution.

Choose between two exploration options:

Private Guided Tour: A licensed, English-speaking guide will lead visitors through all three underground levels, providing insights into the site’s religious and archaeological significance. This option also includes visits to San Pietro in Vincoli and the Ludus Magnus, with all entrance tickets included.

Self-Guided Audio Tour: Discover San Clemente at your own pace with a multilingual audio guide app (English, Italian, Spanish, French, German), offering access to all three levels of content.

• San Pietro in Vincoli - Start the journey near the Colosseum and enjoy a pleasant walk through the surrounding neighborhood. In a charming little piazza off Via Cavour, the church of San Pietro in Vincoli (St. Peter in Chains) can be found. The church holds a significant relic, the two sets of chains that bound St. Peter during his imprisonment in Jerusalem and Rome. The highlight of this church is undoubtedly Michelangelo’s statue of Moses, an unfinished masterpiece by the Renaissance genius, originally intended to be part of the tomb of Pope Julius II. The original plans included a grand funeral monument with 47 statues, but it was never completed due to Michelangelo’s other commitments.

• Tour of the Gladiator School from outside
• All taxes, fees, and handling charges
• Tour of the Moses of Michelangelo
• Private tour guide expert in archaeology, art, and history
• Skip-the-line entrance ticket and reservation fee to the Basilica of San Clemente

• Food and drinks
• Gratuities
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transportation to/from attractions
• SELF AUODIO GUIDED TOUR ONLY SAN CLEMENTE BASILICA IS INCLUDED
• TOUR GUIDE NOT INCLUDED FOR THE SELF AUDIOGUIDED TOUR OPTION
• To download and use the app, we recommend using a smartphone produced in 2020 or later.
• Headphones are recommended for optimal audio quality — bring your own.

San Clemente Basilica Underground Private Tour & Express Entry Tickets in Rome
Enjoy a tour of around 2.5 or 3 hours, designed for those eager to unveil Rome’s hidden riches. Situated merely a few steps away from the Colosseum, you will uncover Rome’s concealed gem, the Basilica dating back to the 12th century, as well as the archaeological splendor of San Clemente. Tour this extraordinary location and delve into three subterranean levels revealing over two millennia of history as well as the capturing layers beneath. You will be acquainted with art and timeless architecture from ancient eras, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance era. Explore underground San Clemente, San Pietro in Vincoli church (housing Michelangelo’s Moses), and the Gladiators School, all guided by a professional art historian. This is a private tour that includes all admission charges. This tour allows you to make the most of your time while providing an unforgettable experience.
This tour can be personalized, and the start times might vary based on the availability of fast-track tickets.
The tour is also kid-friendly!

• Dress code is smart casual. Shoulder and knees must be covered
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• The meeting point for the Option San Clemente Basilica with Audio Guide Only is located at Via Labicana, 96, where you can purchase tickets and download the audio guide app.
• To download and use the app, we recommend using a smartphone produced in 2020 or later.
• Access to 2 underground levels Audio guide: English, Italian, Spanish, French, German
• Please arrive at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before your scheduled entry time.
• Pets are not allowed

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.