Private Walking Tour in the Historic Center of Rome
Private Walking Tour in the Historic Center of Rome
Rome’s historic center is among the most beautiful and recognizable in the world, filled with squares, fountains, statues and monuments that have kept tourists coming back for centuries. On this tour you will discover the heart of the Eternal City of Rome, and it is the best and easiest way to cover all of the must see sights in the historic center with a friendly, professional guide that will make you feel like you are a local in Rome. Learn about history, architecture, and local secrets as you walk through the city center with ease.
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Piazza Venezia
You will start the tour meeting your friendly, professional guide at our meeting point in the very center of the city in Piazza Venezia. This square has been the center of the city for over 2000 years and the architects who shaped the view we see today range from Julius Caesar to Napoleon and even Michelangelo, whose artist’s studio was in this very square! Here you will learn about all the different influences that shaped Rome over its long history and made it the city that it is today. You will also get a view of the large monument Altare della Patria, more commonly known as the Vittoriano as it is a monument dedicated to Italy's first King.
10 minutesLargo di Torre Argentina
From Piazza Venezia, a short walk will take you to Largo di Torre Argentina where ancient temples stand towering over the actual spot where Julius Caesar was assassinated. Here you’ll learn more about Julius Caesar’s incredible life and gruesome death, how he went from an unknown soldier to ruling an empire, and why it was all so violently taken from him.
10 minutesPiazza Navona
From there the tour continues to the beautiful Baroque square of Piazza Navona to see the famous fountains designed by Bernini. Learn about his rivalry with Borromini, the great master who was building the Church of St. Agnes next door and the fight that this led to, and see the place where Tom Hanks almost drowned in the film ‘Angels and Demons’. Your guide will also give you insight into the tradition of having aperitivo on the square and tell you of the best places to partake in this Italian cultural experience.
15 minutesPantheon
Next we go towards the Pantheon, the Christian church that was once a temple to all the Roman gods, and admire the architecture of the iconic freestanding dome that has stood in its original form since the emperors ruled Rome. Here, for those who want it, we have the opportunity to stop for a coffee or a gelato before moving on toward the Trevi Fountain, stopping on the way to see some hidden gems.
20 minutesTrevi Fountain
The Trevi fountain has become one of the most iconic monuments of the city and the backdrop for many on screen legends from Audrey Hepburn to James Bond, and throwing a coin over your shoulder into the fountain ensures that you will come back to the city. We will stop and admire the fountain while you learn the history of the site as well as exactly how to toss your coin into the fountain.
15 minutesSpanish Steps
The tour ends at the top of the stairs looking over the city from one of the best views in town where you can soak it all in and wonder what is next for this ever-changing city.
15 minutesIncluded
- Your own exclusive expert certified tour guide
- Headsets for groups when appropriate
- Authentic Italian Gelato or Coffee
Not Included
- Additional food and drink
- Transportation to or from the meeting point
- Gratuities
Good to Know
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- All tours operate within the current COVID-19 regulations set by the Italian Government. Be sure to let your guide know if you have any health conditions that may be affected by extended walking or extreme temperatures.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.