The Vatican Necropolis is located below the level of the Vatican Grottoes, at a depth of between three and eleven metres in relation to the floor of the central nave of the basilica. Here it is possible to rediscover the most significant historical and archaeological evidence of Saint Peter’s Basilica, and to retrace the ancient earthen road ...

The Vatican necropolis was originally a burial ground built on the southern slope of the Vatican Hill, adjacent to the Circus of Caligula. In accordance with the Roman law, it was forbidden to bury the dead within the city walls.

The Vatican Necropolis is located below the level of the Vatican Grottoes, at a depth of between three and eleven meters below the floor of the central nave of the basilica. Here it is possible to rediscover the most significant historical and archaeological remains of St. Peter's Basilica and retrace the ancient dirt road that leads to the ...

The Vatican Necropolis is located under the Vatican City, at a depth of 5 to 12 meters below Saint Peter’s Basilica. Major archaeological excavations took place under Saint Peter’s in the years 1940 to 1949, with the sponsorship of the Vatican.

The Vatican Necropolis, which you can access with a Vatican Necropolis Scavi tour, is thus thousands of years old. Originally a pagan burial ground, a Vatican Necropolis tour will take you through different sections.

What makes the Vatican Necropolis special? The Necropolis, located beneath St. Peter's Basilica, is one of the world's most important archaeological sites. You can see the burial site of the Apostle Peter and richly decorated ancient Roman tombs.

2017年7月21日 · Visit to the Vatican Necropolis under the St Peter’s Basilica, also known as Tour of the Scavi, must be arranged directly with the Excavations Office. Early reservation is highly recommended due to the limited number of people admitted at a …

2023年11月18日 · The Vatican is now making it easier for members of the general public to visit the Vatican Necropolis, a Roman burial ground located a few feet beneath St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.