# Catacombs of Saints Marcellinus and Peter & Mausoleum of Helena: Guided Tour

> See where the martyrs of the persecution of Diocletian are buried in Rome

**Price:** from €18
**Rating:** 4.2 (30 reviews)
**Location:** Via Casilina 641, 00177 Rome, Italy
**Categories:** 2-3 hours, Archaeological Sites, Entry ticket, Guided Tour, Halloween, Historical & Archaeological Sites, History buffs

The two martyrs, St Marcellinus and St  Peter, were slain in the persecution of 304 AD and lost their heads – quite literally – in Rome. It gets worse. Before they were killed, they were forced to dig their own tomb with their own hands. 

Explore the history of the ancient catacombs, which span an area of ​​18,000 m2. Your guide will lead you through this underground graveyard, which spans three levels and was excavated between the 3rd and 5th centuries AD. Roughly 20,000 and 25,000 people will be resting in peace around you, along with numerous martyrs of the persecution of Diocletian. 

See the tombstones that cover the niches (known as loculi), and get a peek at early Christian inscriptions on the marble tombstones. A fascinating look into the history of Rome.

Visit the Mausoleum of Saint Helena, connected to the basilica by a rectangular atrium. Around 329 AD, Constantine the Great's mother Helena was buried here in a large red porphyry sarcophagus.

## Good to know
- **Cancellation:** Non-refundable
- **Ticket:** Mobile ticket, printing optional
- **Guided tour:** English and Italian

## What's included
* Entry to the Catacombs of Saints Marcellinus and Peter
* Entry to the Mausoleum of Saint Helena
* Live guide
* 40-minute guided tour

## FAQ
**How much are tickets for Catacombs of Saints Marcellinus and Peter & Mausoleum of Helena?**
Tickets for Catacombs of Saints Marcellinus and Peter & Mausoleum of Helena start from €18 on closeticket.com.

**Is there a guided tour?**
Yes, a guided tour is available in English and Italian.

**Do I need to print my ticket?**
No, a mobile ticket on your phone is accepted here, and you can always bring a printed copy if you prefer.

**Can I cancel my tickets?**
No, these tickets are non-refundable.

**Where is Catacombs of Saints Marcellinus and Peter & Mausoleum of Helena?**
Catacombs of Saints Marcellinus and Peter & Mausoleum of Helena is located in Rome, Italy.

**Is Catacombs of Saints Marcellinus and Peter & Mausoleum of Helena worth visiting?**
Catacombs of Saints Marcellinus and Peter & Mausoleum of Helena is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 30 reviews.

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