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Exclusive Ancient Roman Cave and Quarry Tour
This is an ancient Roman quarry in the heart of the ancient Appian Way in an extraordinary natural setting. We will take you to the heart of the hill where thousands of slaves dug continuously in the heart of the city to extract the building material, pozzolana. You will then walk more than a kilometer accompanied by expert guides, who will explain the excavation techniques but also the reuses of these huge underground complexes. In ancient times, in fact, the quarries underwent the evolution of becoming catacombs, while in modern times they were converted into mushroom farms, huge systems for growing mushrooms.
This 3-hour guided experience in Rome is available on request in English. Book your spot today with Exploro Tours and let our expert local guides bring history, art and culture to life before your eyes.
Transport to ancient Appian Way in extraordinary natural setting.
Descend to heart of hill where thousands of slaves dug extracting pozzolana.
Walk more than kilometer through dark underground labyrinth with expert guides.
Learn ancient Roman excavation techniques used to extract building materials.
Discover how quarries evolved becoming catacombs in ancient times.
See modern conversion to mushroom farms - huge underground growing systems.
Your own private chauffeur will meet you at your Hotel. Depending on the tour, your guide will join you in the vehicle or meet you directly at the location. At check-out, before your purchase is confirmed, you will be kindly asked to leave the written address of your accommodation or potential meeting point. This implies the name of the hotel, bed & breakfast or residence in which you will be staying as long as it is situated within the city centre.
