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Rome Historical Center Walking Tour: Fountains and Piazzas
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67 Ratings
Rome
Embark on a 3-hour private walking tour of Rome’s historical center, exploring famous fountains and iconic landmarks. Upgrade to a vintage Fiat 500 driving tour for a unique experience!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Piazza Navona - You’ll stroll through the bustling Piazza Navona, named the most beautiful square in Italy, which houses three magnificent fountains including the famous Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi (Fountain of the Four Rivers) by Bernini. Piazza Navona is also one of the liveliest squares of Rome with several quaint outdoor restaurants and cafes.
- Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi - The Fountain of the Four Rivers in Rome’s Piazza Navona, crafted by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, showcases allegorical statues representing four major rivers from different continents. Its grand design reflects the Baroque flair for drama and detail.
- Pantheon - Continue walking among the city’s wonders, and explore the Pantheon - This magnificent building is considered the most well-preserved ancient temple in the world and the most amazing architectural structure of the ancient world. Michelangelo was so impressed with the Pantheon that when he saw it for the first time, he proclaimed it of “angelic and not of human design”
- Via del Corso - Via del Corso is a bustling main artery in Rome’s historic center, known for its shops and lively atmosphere. It stretches from Piazza Venezia to Piazza del Popolo and is a popular spot for shopping and casual strolls.
- Via Condotti - Via Condotti is Rome’s premier shopping street, located near the Spanish Steps. Known for its luxury boutiques and high-end brands, it is a hub for fashion and lifestyle, blending modern allure with classic Roman architecture
- Piazza di Spagna - Stroll down Via Condotti, at the base of the Spanish steps, which is one of the most famous places to shop in the world. All while learning the Spanish Steps history.
- Spanish Steps - Everyone who comes to Rome must visit the Spanish Steps - the “5th Avenue” of Rome - where all the world’s top designers have set up shop. Take in the magnificent view of Rome from the top of the steps, then stroll down Via Condotti, at the base of the Spanish steps, which is one of the most famous places to shop in the world. All while learning the Spanish Steps history.
- Fontana della Barcaccia - The Barcaccia Fountain, nestled at the foot of the Spanish Steps in Rome, is a unique, boat-shaped structure attributed to Pietro Bernini and his son, Gian Lorenzo Bernini. Shaped like a sinking ship, this early Baroque fountain commemorates the tragic flooding of the Tiber River in 1598 and supplies passersby with fresh drinking water as it has since its creation in the 17th century.
- Trevi Fountain - The largest and most famous fountain in Italy (seen in Fellini’s La Dolce Vita movie), ensuring that you will one day return to Rome. Learn the secrets that the fountain holds.
What's Included
- Private Walking Tour
- Meet & Greet at your hotel (centrally located hotels)
- Professional Licensed Blue Badge Tour Guide
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Transfers
Additional Information
Upon rendezvous with your guide at your lodging, relish a 3-hour stroll through the gem spots of Rome’s historic core. With your seasoned guide unravelling the narrative, embark on an enthralling journey past the city’s exquisite fountains and renowned squares. The Spanish Steps, Piazza di Spagna, Trevi fountain, the Pantheon, and Piazza Navona, among other monuments, will grace your path.
Enhance your tour by opting for a thrilling ride experience in a classic Fiat 500!
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- Modest dress is required to enter churches (including the Pantheon) - this includes covered shoulders and knees
- No entrance tickets are required for the suggested sites on this tour
Location
Piazza Navona
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Howard_a
May 17, 2024
Great - Raquel was a wonderful guide. She was right on time and was very knowledgeable . We learned a lot and enjoyed our time with her very much.8
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Hannah_p
Sep 6, 2023
Highly Recommend - Luigi was such a smart tour guide who knew so much about the city. Be sure to bring a water bottle and comfortable shoes as it’s a lot of walking but so worth it. Would highly recommend!
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Sherih720
Oct 10, 2022
Great tour with Gianluca! - Our group of 6 just got back from Rome and had an amazing time! We did the "Rome - The City of Water Walking Tour" with Gianluca as our guide. He was very informative and took his time to answer all of our questions. This tour included many things off the beaten path and away from all of the typical tourist attractions. Would highly recommend!
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Gail_g
Sep 29, 2022
Our tour guide Alessandro... - Our tour guide Alessandro was fantastic! He really adjusted the tour according to what we were interested in. Truly enjoyed all his insightful information
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Susantv8369fm
Sep 25, 2022
An excellent overview of Rome - We did a private Rome City Center walking tour with Rosie. She was exceptional! My travel companion had never been to Rome but I had been many times. Rosie was able to tailor the experience to interest us both, answering questions about history, art, architecture, current affairs, everything. Her English was excellent and she had visual aids to help us picture spaces through time. She was also warm, funny and personable. I’ve been on group and small group tours before but this was an entirely worth the price.
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Mblbmd
Jul 23, 2022
Best tour experience in Rome! - Azzura was our guide for our walking tour and she was the best! She was so friendly and knowledgeable. Our entire family had a great experience. She gave great recommendations for dinner near our hotel. We saw and learned so much more about Piazza Novona, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps and too many to count sites in between than we would have on our own. We did several tours in Rome with various companies and this one was by far the BEST!!!! If I had to do it all over again, I would use Eyes of Rome for all of our tours. Highly recommend Eyes of Rome and Azurra!
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Diane
Jun 10, 2022
Our morning flew by! - Our guide, Sara Tomassini, was outstanding. We had conveyed our interests ahead of time, and she put together a fabulous walking tour of significant works of art in public places: Michelangelo’s Moses sculpture, a walk through and around the Imperial Fora, a visit to the Piazza del Campidoglio and to see the trompe l’œil work of Andrea Pozzo on the ceiling of the church of Sant’Ignazio, plus many stops in between. Sara is well-informed, entertaining, flexible; it was a joy to spend 1/2 day with her.
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Sarita_b92
Jun 6, 2022
Incredible tour! - Our tour was absolutely incredible. My fiancé and I did a private walking tour with Marco — he was awesome so insightful, engaging, and informative. He’s an archeologist and professor to boot so we really felt like we were learning from an expert. He took us to all the major sites and places we didn’t expect to see which were great. I’ve been to Rome a few times but felt like I was seeing it through a new lens on this tour. It was an amazing day!
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Alec
May 22, 2022
Night Walking Tour of Rome - My family and I booked a 3 hour night walking tour of Rome with Gianluca, and it was fantastic! Gianluca was incredibly knowledgeable, attentive to detail and a great storyteller. His ability to answer all of our questions was unmatched and we felt that we had seen the city with ease. He also gave excellent recommendations on restaurants, shopping and additional sights to see after the tour had ended. Gianluca made good on his promises to email me after our trip with additional information on museums to visit in the future.
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J3737cmamys
Mar 19, 2022
Great private walking tour! - We had a great experience with Eyes of Rome and our guide Francesco. He was punctual, very knowledgeable, and made the tour fun for my teenage daughters. He also showed us some hidden gems and introduced us to locals he knows. I would definitely recommend and will use again!
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