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Tickets to Mamertine Prison

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Overview

Explore Rome’s oldest prison known as Carcer Tullianmum and now Mamertine Prison. Discover all the hidden secrets of this maximum-security penitentiary for Roman enemies, awaiting their execution.

Highlights

  • Discover Rome’s oldest prison, originally known as Carcer Tullianum, that had maximum security where Roman enemies were incarcerated.
  • Admire the remarkable contrast between the historic and artistic moments that occurred at this attraction.
  • Walk through the prison where enemies such as the King of Numidia, Jugurtha, and the King of Gauls, Vercingetorix were defeated by Julius Ceaser and lived their final days.
  • With the virtual audio guide available in 6 languages, get access to information about all the fascinating facts and stories of the prison.
  • Experience the place where the followers of Catiline met their end and where several Christian martyrs lived their last days.

Inclusions

  • Entry tickets to Carcer Tullianum (Marmertime Prison)
  • Service and assistance by staff
  • Virtual Audio guide in 6 languages (Available on App Store/Play Store)

Exclusions

  • Guided tour

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your Experience

Known from the Middle Ages as Mamertine Prison, this attraction is Rome’s oldest prison. Originally known as Carcer Tulliamum, this prison for several centuries had a maximum-security penitentiary for enemies of Rome awaiting execution. It is a well-known fact that those who entered this prison never survived.

Stroll through the prison where enemies like Jugurtha, the King of Numidia, and Vercingetorix, the King of Gauls were defeated by Julius Caeser, lived their final days. Learn about all the interesting facts and stories through your virtual audio guide. Immerse yourself in the place where the followers of Catiline met their end and where it was thought that Apostles Peter and Paul and several other Christian martyrs lived out their final days.

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