The Catacombs of St. Callixtus
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Description
The Catacomb(s) of Callixtus is one of several catacombs along the ancient Appian Way in the south of Rome. Many popes and martyrs were buried there in the 1st to 4th centuries AD, including Pope S. Callisto after which the site is named. The funerary complex consists of cemetery areas above ground complemented by Christian hypogea (underground tombs). It spreads over 30ha and goes as much as 5-level deep. The most ancient parts are the Crypt of Lucina and the Crypt of the Popes (9 of them were buried there).
Access & Transport
The catacombs are located along the Via Appia, near the intersection of Via delle Sette Chiese and Via Ardeatina. Bus 118 alights at "Appia Antica/Scuola Agraria" and number 218 at "Appia Antica/Scuola Agraria" The site is 4km west of the "Basilica San Paolo" train station (Roma Lido) and the Garbatella metro station (B, B1). Additional info and options here: https://www.catacombesancallisto.it/en/dove-siamo.php There are 50 steps on the way down and up so the catacombs are not accessible to visitors with reduced mobility
Instructions & Recommendations
Note that the tours start every 30mins and that the catacombs are closed on Wednesday. The temperature in the catacombs is about 16° C with high humidity so dress accordingly (take a jacket or sweater). This activity is best combined with a walk or bike ride along the Via Appia Antica
Environmental & Social
Low carbon footprint and preserves the city's historical heritage
Conclusion
The various catacombs along the Appian Way are an interesting insight on funerary practice, Christian martyrdom, and the rise of the religion within the Empire but it may not be of interest to everybody. Best done as a combination with a walk along the Appian Way and its various monuments.
Key positive
Culturally interesting
Key negative
Too commercial
A little time consuming to get to by public transport
Suitability
Not recommended for younger children and those suffering from claustrophobia. Not accessible for visitors with reduced mobility
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
August 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 40m
est. visit time:1h
MONDAY09:00 - 12:40
TUESDAY09:00 - 12:40
WEDNESDAY -
THURSDAY09:00 - 12:40
FRIDAY09:00 - 12:40
SATURDAY09:00 - 12:40
SUNDAY09:00 - 12:40
MONDAY14:00 - 17:40
TUESDAY14:00 - 17:40
WEDNESDAY -
THURSDAY14:00 - 17:40
FRIDAY14:00 - 17:40
SATURDAY14:00 - 17:40
SUNDAY14:00 - 17:40