Catacomb of Priscilla

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The Catacomb of Priscilla is a large archaeological site on the Via Salaria in Rome, Italy, situated in what was a quarry in Roman times. The catacombs …

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Apr 1, 2025
I'm really glad we decided to visit the Catacombs, even though it's a bit further from the city center, and we were unsure if it would be worth the time spent on public transportation. But we definit…Full review by Benjamin253
Dec 18, 2024
We decided to go off the usual route to this catacomb outside the main area of Rome. It was only four of us on tour…a very informative and interesting one! The guide was wonderful and informative. Th…Full review by cathci
Oct 15, 2024
Very interesting visit to the catacombs just outside of the main area of Rome. We are so glad we made this ~15-20 minute ride to the Priscilla Catacombs. The visit was guided by a wonderful nun who l…Full review by Samantha F

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Hey, just doing some research for a one night stay in Rome. Do you need to prebook for a tour and what is the cost please.
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As already indicated no pre-booking is necessary but you may need to wait for an English speaking guide if he or she is doing a tour at the time but it is worth the wait. It's only 8 euros …
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As already indicated no pre-booking is necessary but you may need to wait for an English speaking guide if he or she is doing a tour at the time but it is worth the wait. It's only 8 euros and a friend who saw them with me felt the tour was better than some of the others she had seen in Rome.
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Hello! I was curious to know if anyone knew what time the last English speaking tour is? Thanks in advance!!
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I believe the last English tour was at 2:00 when I visited last year.
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Answer by Rob B · Oct 19, 2018
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Hello, can we just show up and request for the guided tour please?
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I think there is no unguided tour. you have to go with one of the staff. Otherwise you will be lost in the catacomb with lots of ghosts
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I enjoyed your informative posting regarding your visit to Catacombe di Priscilla. Do you recall the cost of entry and tour?
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I’m sorry but I don’t remember the entrance cost. The tour is included though because you can only be taken around by the guide in a group. They do it at different times for different …
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I’m sorry but I don’t remember the entrance cost. The tour is included though because you can only be taken around by the guide in a group. They do it at different times for different languages. It’s excellent and I don’t remember it being very expensive.
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Could someone advise me as to whether it costs more to get a guided tour or whether you just pay an entrance fee and …
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Could someone advise me as to whether it costs more to get a guided tour or whether you just pay an entrance fee and wait for a tour in your language? Also i see someone has mentioned it is closed during August - is that just the tour guides not taking place or you cannot enter at all? Any other tips would be great! Thanks, Chloe, travelling a week today!!
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Hi Chloe, They arrange it. We had a really good one, but I don't remember his name. for what it's worth, he gave a personal tour to our US Vice President, Joe Biden in November. I have …
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Hi Chloe, They arrange it. We had a really good one, but I don't remember his name. for what it's worth, he gave a personal tour to our US Vice President, Joe Biden in November. I have no idea as to their schedule. Janet
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