Embark on a captivating journey through Rome’s historic center, exploring iconic landmarks such as the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain. Discover the enduring charm of the Eternal City on this unforgettable walking tour.
Embark on a captivating journey through Rome’s historic center, exploring iconic landmarks such as the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain. Discover the enduring charm of the Eternal City on this unforgettable walking tour.
- Colonna Traiana - Situated in Trajan’s Forum in Rome, the column stands at around 30 meters in height, complemented by an eight-meter pedestal. Constructed from nineteen marble blocks, it boasts a weight of 1,110 tons. The bas-reliefs narrate the Dacian wars, showcasing innovative techniques like using a tree to distinguish scenes. The top…
- Colonna Traiana - Situated in Trajan’s Forum in Rome, the column stands at around 30 meters in height, complemented by an eight-meter pedestal. Constructed from nineteen marble blocks, it boasts a weight of 1,110 tons. The bas-reliefs narrate the Dacian wars, showcasing innovative techniques like using a tree to distinguish scenes. The top provides panoramic views. While some view it as a memorial to a Dacian “genocide,” it primarily honors the Roman Army and Trajan, with Roman wars focusing on economic and cultural expansion, not extermination.
- Piazza Navona - Piazza Navona stands out as one of Rome’s renowned squares, situated in the Parione district. Its design mirrors that of ancient stadiums in Ancient Rome, aligning with the Stadium of Domitian, known in Italian as Campomarzio. With the capacity for 20,000 spectators, it was termed “Circo Agonístico” in Emperor Domitian’s era (81-96 AD). The name transitioned from “in agone” to “nagone” and eventually to “navone,” coincidentally sharing the meaning of “large ship” in Italian.
- Pantheon - The Pantheon, located in Rome, Italy, was commissioned by Marcus Agrippa during the reign of Emperor Augustus (27 BC–14 AD) and later reconstructed by Hadrian around 126 AD.
With its circular design, the Pantheon features a portico supported by large Corinthian granite columns (eight in the first row and two groups of four in the second) and a pediment. A rectangular vestibule connects the portico to the rotunda, which is covered by a substantial coffered concrete dome featuring a central opening known as the oculus. Even after nearly two thousand years, this dome remains the world’s largest unreinforced concrete dome, with both the height to the oculus and the diameter of the interior circumference measuring 43.3 meters.
- Trevi Fountain - The fountain was positioned at the crossroads of three streets, symbolizing the termination of the Acqua Vergine, one of Rome’s ancient aqueducts. In 19 BC, with the assistance of a purportedly virgin figure, Roman engineers identified a source of pristine water slightly over 22 kilometers from the city (depicted in a sculpture on the current fountain). This water from the source was transported through Rome’s smallest aqueduct directly to the baths of Marcus Agrippa, serving the city for more than 400 years.
- Piazza di Spagna - At the heart of the square lies the renowned Fontana della Barcaccia, a splendid example of early Baroque art crafted by Pietro Bernini and his illustrious son, Gian Lorenzo Bernini.
To the right of the staircase stands the former home of English poet John Keats, where he resided and passed away in 1821. Today, it functions as a museum commemorating Keats’s and his friend Percy Bysshe Shelley’s legacies, housing an array of books and mementos from the English Romantic era. On the left side, you’ll find the distinguished Babington’s Tea Room, established in 1893.
- Professional Guide
- Online support at the time of boarding the tour
- Online Consultant who will send you boarding information
- Professional Guide
- Online support at the time of boarding the tour
- Online Consultant who will send you boarding information
- Transportation to/from meeting point
- Additional Food and Drink
- Tips
- Transportation to/from meeting point
- Additional Food and Drink
- Tips
Embark on a captivating journey through Rome’s historic center, celebrated for its enduring charm, picturesque squares, and iconic landmarks. This comprehensive tour provides the optimal and most accessible way to experience the essential sights of the Eternal City. Commence your exploration in Piazza Venezia, offering a stunning panorama of the…
Embark on a captivating journey through Rome’s historic center, celebrated for its enduring charm, picturesque squares, and iconic landmarks. This comprehensive tour provides the optimal and most accessible way to experience the essential sights of the Eternal City. Commence your exploration in Piazza Venezia, offering a stunning panorama of the Vittoriano (Altar of Peace). Continue to Largo Argentina, the historic site of Julius Caesar’s assassination, then move on to Piazza Navona, adorned with exquisite Baroque fountains by Bernini. Explore the Pantheon, a marvel still in use since the 2nd century AD, and culminate your tour at the iconic Trevi Fountain. Finally, bask in the beauty of Piazza Spagna, situated at the foot of the renowned Spanish Steps, immortalized in global film and literature.
- It is advisable not to book more than one tour on the same day, with schedules close together.
- Tours will continue in all weather conditions. It is highly recommended to bring mineral water, sunscreen, a hat and an umbrella.
- Wear comfortable shoes and be sure to dress warmly in colder temperatures, and carry a cape over your bare shoulders inside any church in the warmer months.
- If the chosen time is not available, you will be transferred to another time on the same day. These changes do not depend on us. Subsequent complaints and refund requests will not be accepted. Example: If you choose the 10am time slot and it is not available you will be moved to the first available time slot, 2pm.
- This tour is shared.
- Important notice for last-minute reservations (same day or overnight): in case of lack of seats, the customer will be placed on the day following the reserved date.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.