You’ll see the Colosseum (inside), Roman Forum (all temples, basilicas, triumphal arches), Palatine Hill and Rome Storical Center.
This tour begins at
the Colosseum. Built by the Emperor Vespasian in 72 A.C. it is Rome’s greatest amphitheater and has hosted innumerable bloody battles between beasts and gladiators.The
Palatine hill located here are the houses of Augustus and Livia, the residence of the Severi and Tiberius’ Domus; so named the Emperors’ residence. Thanks to its large stadium and the terraces an impressive view of the
Circus Maximus can be appreciated.The
Roman Forum Began as a Market place and soon became the hub of Rome for economics, religion and politics- the real historical center, with its ancient Basilicas, triumphal arches, honorary columns, ancient pagan cemeteries and the Quad leveled market.At the center of the Forum walk the same cobble-stones that have been walked for over twenty centuries, known as the
Sacred Way, leading to
the Capitoline Hill.
The Pantheon, admired and studied by Michelangelo, a true architectonical wonder of Ancient Rome and which today it is the burial place of Raffaello and of Italian Kings.The
Square of Venice, Rising at the center, is the monumental complex called Vittoriano was dedicated to King Victor Emmanuel II in 1911 and also called Altar of the Fatherland.From there, a lovely stroll will take us to
Piazza Navona to cover the
Fountain of the Four Rivers by Bernini and the
Church of St Agnes by Borromini, while hearing about the rivalry between these two artists supposedly evident in their architecture.
Another short stroll will take us to the beautiful Trevi Fountain, inspired by Roman triumphal arches, is the largest and most famous Baroque fountain in Rome. There you will hear about the abundance of water and fountains in Rome.
Tour information
Highlights: Visit of the Roman Forum, the Coliseum and Palatine Hill. Capitoline Hill, the Pantheon, Marcellus Theater, Circus Maximus, The Square of Venice, Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountain.
Note: Trevi Fountain (closed to the public until further notice, so will be included an alternative route)
What’s included:
- Priority skip the line Colosseum tickets
- Colosseum inside tour
- Roman Forum tour
- Palatine Hill tour
- Rome Storical Center Walking Tour
- Licensed guide
Available: Every day
Persons: Min 1- Max 10 .
Price per tour: on request