Rome Attractions
The Capuchin Crypt, located beneath the Church of Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini in Rome, is a haunting yet fascinating site adorned with the skeletal remains of over 3,700 Capuchin friars.
Its six small chapels, decorated with human bones, offer a unique glimpse into the friars’ views on life, death, and mortality.
If you’re a history enthusiast or intrigued by the macabre, this crypt is a must-see on your Roman itinerary.
This article covers everything you must know before booking tickets for the Capuchin Crypt tour.
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# Guided tour of the Capuchin Crypt
# Guided tour of Roman Crypts and Catacombs
What’s ahead
Things to know before booking tickets
You can book tickets for Capuchin Crypt online or at the attraction. However, purchasing at the attraction may involve long wait times, especially during peak hours.
Online tickets help you skip the queue, are often cheaper, and allow you to choose a preferred time slot in advance. Booking online also ensures availability and prevents last-minute sell-outs.
After the purchase, tickets are emailed to you, and you can enter by showing the e-ticket on your smartphone—no printouts needed.
Capuchin Crypt tickets
There are different ways to explore this attraction.
You can either book a Guided tour of the Crypt or a Guided tour of Roman Crypts and Catacombs to learn about the history of Rome’s ancient underground chapel.
Both these options come with a tour guide.
Guided tour of Capuchin Crypt
This spine-chilling guided tour will allow you to discover one of Rome’s hidden cultural gems.
Witness the unsettling vision of 3,700 Capuchin friars’ skeletons and bones heaped and arranged as chapel decor.
On an evocative underground tour, learn the amazing tales of the creation of this lesser-known Roman cultural masterpiece.
An English-speaking guide will conduct the 1-hour guided tour.
A maximum of 10 guests can participate in this tour.
The guided tour starts at 9 am. While booking tickets, you can select a preferred time slot.
Remember to reach the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled time.
Ticket Prices
Adult (18+ years): €42
Child (6 to 17 years): €40
Child (up to 6 years): Free
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Guided tour of Crypts and Catacombs
Uncover dark ancient rituals lying beneath the surface of modern Rome!
Below are some of the highlights of the tour:
– Explore Rome’s religious traditions in-depth with a knowledgeable guide as you delve into life over the ages.
– Discover sacred catacombs beneath cathedrals, occult shrines within churches, and graveyards filled with skeletal bones.
– Visit each location in a private air-conditioned coach; it’s ancient Rome with contemporary conveniences!
The guided tour lasts for about 3.5 hours.
You will tour with a group of a maximum of 20 people and an expert English-speaking tour guide.
Ticket Prices
Adult (15+ years): €60
Child (2 to 14 years): €55
Infant (up to 1 year): Free
Buy a Roma Pass and visit one or two of Rome’s top attractions with access to public transport. Choose either a 48-hour or a 72-hour pass and get direct entry into the city’s famous gems.
Frequently asked questions
Here are some questions tourists ask before purchasing their tickets for Capuchin Crypt in Rome.
Can I buy tickets at the venue?
Yes, tickets for the Crypt are available at the venue’s ticket office. However, the popular timeslots may sell out due to high demand, so getting them online in advance is better.
Do we need to print online tickets?
Visitors can present their tickets on mobile devices, but printed tickets are also accepted at the Crypt of Capuchins. You can show the ticket on your mobile to the guide at the meeting point.
What is the Crypt’s arrival time?
Tours of this attraction have designated time slots, so it is important to arrive at least 15 minutes in advance.
Does the Capuchin Crypt offer discounts for locals, students, or military personnel?
Yes, the attraction offers discounted admission tickets for children aged 6 to 17 years, but there are no dedicated discounts for students or military personnel.
Does Roma Pass include access to the attraction?
The Roma Pass has not yet included this attraction in its go-to sightseeing list.
What is the Crypt of Capuchin’s refund policy?
This attraction has a flexible cancellation policy. You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before your visit for a full refund.
Is the Capuchin Crypt suitable for children?
The tour can be unsettling for some children due to the display of human bones. Parents should consider their child’s sensitivity to such sights before visiting.
Are there any religious or cultural customs to follow during the visit?
You must maintain a respectful demeanor and adhere to any specific instructions provided by the staff or tour guides. Silence is often encouraged to maintain a solemn atmosphere.
Timings
Crypt of Capuchins Rome opens at 10 am and closes at 7 pm daily.
The last admission is at 6.30 pm.
How long does the tour take
Capuchin Crypt takes almost 1 hour to explore.
If you are fond of history, art, and culture and wish to learn more about the Bone Chapel, you may need 2 hours.
Best time to visit
The best time to visit the Capuchin Crypt is as soon as it opens at 10 am.
When the Crypt opens, the crowd is less, which gives you sufficient space and time to stroll inside and cover every exhibit.
On weekends, the attraction experiences a huge rush.
Inside the Capuchin Crypt
The Capuchin Crypt, Rome’s bone chapel, has six rooms, five of which include an unusual exhibit of human bones thought to have been removed from the remains of friars who passed away between 1528 and 1870.
Capuchin Crypt Rooms
– Crypt of the Resurrection
– The Mass Chapel
– Crypt of the Skulls
– Crypt of the Pelvises
– Crypt of the Leg Bones and Thigh Bones
– Crypt of the Three Skeletons
Things to remember
– Photography and filming are not allowed at Rome Capuchin Crypt tours. If you want special authorization, all the information you need can be found in the FEC section (Fund for Religious Buildings).
– Wear comfortable shoes & clothes. Please dress appropriately, as this is a place of worship (shoulders, knees, and backs must be covered).
– You are not allowed to bring bags or large suitcases into the museum, but lockers are available free of charge. All objects have to be removed at the end of the visit.
– Strollers/baby carriages are prohibited during the Guided tour of Roman Crypts and Catacombs.
– The Guided tour of Roman Crypts and Catacombs is not recommended if you are claustrophobic & can’t accommodate guests in a wheelchair or require special assistance.
