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Rome Tour of Basilica San Clemente Excavation & Tiber River Boat

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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish
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Overview

Explore the layers of history at the Basilica of San Clemente, where you'll uncover a time capsule of ancient Rome through its 1st-century Roman house, 4th-century basilica, and a hidden underground realm featuring an ancient temple. The audio guide enhances your journey, revealing the fascinating stories embedded in medieval frescoes, mosaics, and relics. In addition, enjoy a 24-hour hop-on hop-off riverboat ticket, allowing you to experience Rome from the tranquil Tiber River. Admire iconic landmarks like Castel Sant'Angelo, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the charming streets of Trastevere as you cruise at your leisure.

- Discover the Basilica of San Clemente's rich historical layers with an audio guide
- Enjoy a 24-hour hop-on hop-off riverboat ticket for scenic views along the Tiber
- Visit landmarks like Castel Sant'Angelo, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Jewish Ghetto
- Explore at your own pace with multiple boarding piers near major attractions

What's Included

  • Visit of the Third Level - Archaeological Excavations
  • Visit of the Upper Basilica of San Clemente (12th century)
  • 24-hour hop-on hop-off boat ticket, valid from first use (with the option: Excavations Tour & Boat)
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
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Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

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Basilica of San Clemente

The Basilica of San Clemente in Rome offers a fascinating journey through history. The 12th-century upper basilica is adorned with a stunning apse mosaic and Cosmatesque marble inlays. Beneath it lies a 4th-century Christian church, built on a Roman nobleman's house, with medieval frescoes depicting scenes from the life of St. Clement. Further below, a 1st-century Mithraeum, an underground temple dedicated to the god Mithras, reveals ancient Roman religious practices, along with the remains of Roman warehouses and residential buildings. The basilica showcases Rome’s evolution from paganism to Christianity in a single, extraordinary site.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

St. Peter's Basilica

The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter in the Vatican City or simply Saint Peter's Basilica, is a church of the Italian High Renaissance located in Vatican City, an independent microstate enclaved within the city of Rome, Italy.
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Admission Ticket Free

Castel Sant'Angelo

The Mausoleum of Hadrian, more often known as Castel Sant'Angelo is a towering rotunda in Parco Adriano, Rome, Italy. It was initially commissioned by the Roman Emperor Hadrian as a mausoleum for himself and his family. The popes later used the building as a fortress and castle, and it is now a museum. The structure was once the tallest building in Rome.
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Fiume Tevere

The Tiber (Tevere) is the third-longest river in Italy and the longest in Central Italy, rising in the Apennine Mountains in Emilia-Romagna and flowing 406 km (252 mi) through Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio, where it is joined by the River Aniene, to the Tyrrhenian Sea, between Ostia and Fiumicino.
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St. Angelo Bridge

Ponte Sant'Angelo is a Roman bridge in Rome, Italy, completed in 134 AD by Roman Emperor Hadrian, to span the Tiber from the city center to his newly constructed mausoleum, now the towering Castel Sant'Angelo.
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Ponte Sisto

Ponte Sisto is a bridge in Rome's historic center, spanning the river Tiber. It connects Via dei Pettinari in the Rione of Regola to Piazza Trilussa in Trastevere.
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Isola Tiberina

Tiber Island is the only river island in the part of the Tiber which runs through Rome. Tiber Island is located in the southern bend of the Tiber.
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Trastevere

Located on the west bank of the Tiber River, the Trastevere District is one of the most charming and authentic neighborhoods in Rome.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users, people with severe mobility issues or strollers.
  • You will not be entitled to a refund if you are a no-show or have a delay of more than 20 minutes compared to the booked time.
  • If San Clemente Basilica is closed for unpredictable or religious events, one or both visits can be rescheduled.
  • In the event of adverse weather or other events that prevent navigation on the Tiber River, a partial refund of the cruise ticket only, in the amount of 16 euros, will be considered.

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: Will I get seasick on Rome Tour of Basilica San Clemente Excavation & Tiber River Boat?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Visit of the Third Level - Archaeological Excavations
  • Visit of the Upper Basilica of San Clemente (12th century)
  • 24-hour hop-on hop-off boat ticket, valid from first use (with the option: Excavations Tour & Boat)
  • Visit of the First Basilica level (4th century)
  • ENTRY TO THE BASILICA + TICKET TO THE EXCAVATIONS
  • Audio guide San Clemente app available in: English - Spanish - French - German - Italian
  • Audio guide app San clemente with 22 listening points to explore the site in depth
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Transfers
  • Tour guide or AudioGuide on the River Boat

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users, people with severe mobility issues or strollers.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The San Clemente AudioGuidedTour is Offered in the following languages: English, French, Italian, Spanish and German
  • The booked time refers to the start of the San Clemente Audio GuidedTour , NOT the beginning of the cruise on the Tiber River.
  • You will not be entitled to a refund if you are a no-show or have a delay of more than 20 minutes compared to the booked time.
  • If San Clemente Basilica is closed for unpredictable or religious events, one or both visits can be rescheduled.
  • In the event of adverse weather or other events that prevent navigation on the Tiber River, a partial refund of the cruise ticket only, in the amount of 16 euros, will be considered.
  • Please carefully read the instructions written on the voucher that you will receive upon confirmation.
  • The River Cruise Hop on Hop Off ticket is valid 24 hours from the first embarkation (Hop on, Hop Off). Cruises run every day between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
  • Starting time of san Clemente Basilica auidoguided Tour may vary depending on availability and on the not predictable events.

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