2 hour(s)
English
Included
Explore lesser-known ancient ruins away from the crowds
Learn about gladiator life at Ludus Magnus
Discover the Imperial Forums and Mussolini’s impact on the area
Visit Capitoline Hill and Michelangelo’s redesigned piazza
Enjoy a secret panoramic viewpoint over Rome
€ 58.3
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Step away from the crowds and immerse yourself in the quieter, lesser-known corners of Ancient Rome on this captivating walking tour. Beginning at the impressive Arch of Constantine—the first Christian triumphal arch—your guide introduces you to the power struggles and victories that shaped Roman history. From there, you’ll circle the iconic Colosseum and arrive at the fascinating ruins of the Ludus Magnus, once the largest gladiator school in the city. As you stroll past the Emperor’s Gate, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the architecture and traditions behind the legendary games. Instead of entering the busy archaeological park, your expert guide leads you up a peaceful, often overlooked walkway toward the church of San Sebastiano. This route offers picturesque views over the Roman Forum and insights into the noble families who occupied the Palatine Hill during the Renaissance, long after the ancient world had faded.
Returning once more to the Colosseum’s piazza, your guide introduces you to the Temple of Venus and Rome, sharing stories of Emperor Hadrian and his famed architect Apollodorus. As you continue along Via dei Fori Imperiali, you’ll uncover tales of the emperors who constructed their own smaller forums and learn how Mussolini reshaped parts of this historic landscape. Your stroll concludes with views of landmark sites such as the ancient Mamertine Prison and the still-standing Senate Building before ascending the Capitoline Hill, now the Campidoglio. Here you’ll admire Michelangelo’s elegant 16th-century piazza design before your tour culminates at one of Rome’s most breathtaking panoramic viewpoints—an unforgettable sight reserved for those lucky enough to discover it.
Expert Local Guide
Headsets for groups when appropriate
Authentic Italian Gelato or Coffee
Transportation
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Comfortable walking shoes
Appropriate attire is recommended
Bottled water
Sunscreen and Hat
Umbrella or raincoat
Arrive 10 minutes before the tour start time
Tours operate rain or shine
Follow current Italian Government COVID-19 regulations
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Incredible guided tour by Alessandra. Tour was super informative, well elaborated and funny. She managed to answer all of our questions and had us wishing the tour could continue another 2 hours! Thank you Alessandra for being the highlight of our experience in Rome!
We enjoyed the tour very much. We booked two days in advance and all the communication with them was very good. The tour guide helped us put together different parts of Italian history by walking us around some key places and landmarks in Rome as well as some cool streets. She explained everything very well and gave us some tips for other sightseeing outside of the tour as well. Overall, I recommend you take this tour early on during your visit in Rome. It will set you up for the rest of your trip. Don’t forget to bring cash and tip them as this is how they make their living!
The walking tour was good. We missed the leaving of our group but the guys taking cash caught us up no problem. Was very informative. We went on Monday and way to many people, like a mob scene.
Gaston is a amazing guide that show us a lot of very interesting history about Rome. Thank you so much about the free walking tour! Without that walk in Rome will not be the same. Salut from Brazil.
One of the best travel experience we had in Rome. Took the morning tour wich starts a few minutes past 10:00 in the Spain Square with the first stop for the first tour information an the corner of The Spanish Steps. Amazing 2 hours walking passed with precious and rich informations about the history of Rome. Our tour guide was so passional about this city that her informations and her magic words in the purest possible english went right into our hearts. Would have liked this tour never end but we had to say goodbye near the Castle od Angels. I'm really grateful for this experience!
