Catacombs of Saint Callisto

Description

The largest and most widely visited of Roman catacombs, the catacombs of San Callisto were excavated at the end of the 2nd century and thus named after Pope Callistus I who was killed in Trastevere in 222 as he was celebrating mass. The catacombs of San Callisto were the first official cemetery of the newly founded Roman church.

For visitors

Opening hours

8.30-12 / 14.30-17.30

No entrance fee charged

How to get there

The place of interest can be reached bus by Via Appia Antica.