Catacombs of Saints Marcellino and Pietro: inside Rome’s forgotten catacombs few travelers ever see

Aug 31, 2025 192

BY: Giacinta Navarra

A short distance from the urban chaos of Rome, ten meters below the street level, there still exists an ancient and mysterious world: the Catacombs of San Marcellino and Pietro, which are not only an archaeological site but an immersive experience that combines primitive Christian art and faith. 

When thinking of Rome, the Colosseum, the Vatican, the Trevi Fountain, and perhaps even the famous catacombs of San Callisto or San Sebastiano immediately come to mind. But there is a hidden place, far from the most crowded tourist circuits, that awaits to be discovered by those who love authenticity and mystery: the Catacombs of San Marcellino and Pietro, among the less known Catacombs of Italy but very charming.

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SOURCE: https://www.visititaly.eu

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