Rome: Underground Temples and Crucifixion Relics Walking Tour

Take a fascinating journey through an underground pagan temple and four impressive churches to understand the very early stages of Christianity. See original relics from the Crucifixion of Christ and soil from the Holy Land.

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.

• An immersive journey through early Christian history in just a few hours
• Venture beneath the Basilica of San Clemente to admire pagan temple ruins
• See Rome’s cathedral and the Holy Stairs that Jesus is said to have climbed
• Stop in Santa Croce in Gerusalemme, home to impressive Christian relics