Roman Empire Now and Then

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Discover ancient sights and modern hidden gems on this fascinating Rome tour experience. Mingle with locals buying fresh food, explore the Jewish ghetto, sample delicious food and imagine the life of ancient Rome at the ruins of the Roman Forum and the Colosseum.

Highlights:

See world-famous landmarks including the Colosseum and the Forum of Augustus
Wander through the Jewish ghetto
Mingle with locals at the Campo de’ Fiori
Explore Roman sights at Capitoline hill
Try delicious Italian specialties with your local Rome guide
Discover the ancient and modern flavours of the city of Rome

Tour style:Heritage & History, Local life & Culture, Food & Market visit
Inclusion:

English speaking Tour Guide.

Exclusion:

Items of a personal nature such as food and drinks, tips or gratuities for the guide.

Group size:Maximum 12
Schedule details:

Duration: 2.5 - 3 hours
Meeting point:
Piazza Farnese (Farnese Square) in front of the newsstand
Start time: 10.00 AM
Finish point:
In front of the Colosseum

Additional information :

Voucher exchange details:
Please present your voucher to the local guide at the beginning of the tour.
Confirmation of booking:
Please contact Rome Urban Adventures to confirm your tour 24 hours prior to departure.
Dress standard:
This is an entirely walking tour so comfortable shoes are recommended
Child policy:
Children must be aged between 6 and 11 years of age inclusively. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this walking tour in Rome.
Language: English

Itinerary:

Start your Rome tour at the beautiful Piazza Farnese. The piazza is home to a building designed by Michelangelo which is now the French embassy.

Walk to the nearby Campo de’ Fiori, the only square in Rome without a church. In the square’s food market there is plenty of time to mingle with the locals as they bargain with vendors for delicious products, and even get some great local tips from your Rome guide.

Stop at bakery where they make some of the best pizza rossa (with tomato and mozzarella) in Rome, as well as all sorts of bread, freshly baked and hot from the oven. From here we walk away from the crowds to Piazza Mattei to see the Turtle Fountain and enjoy the lively atmosphere with nearby bars bustling with Roman youth, and a Rome sightseeing highlight.

The next stop is the Jewish ghetto filled with kosher restaurants and shops. Learn about how the area was affected during the war and pass by the synagogue. Nearby is the Marcellus Theatre, an ancient Roman theatre that has been incorporated in Renaissance buildings. These buildings have been converted into homes that are thousands of years old, which gives this Rome trip a unique sense of history.

Continue walking and climb the Capitoline hill to see the square designed by Michelangelo and the imposing statue of Marcus Aurelius. Reach the terrace for beautiful views over the Roman Forum and the countless Rome attractions dotted throughout the city.

Afterwards continue your Rome walking tour to Piazza Venezia home to a huge monument to King Vittorio Emanuele II, known locally as “the typewriter” due to its shape. Then walk along Via dei Fori Imperiali and take in views of Rome’s archaeological sites. See the market of Trajan and the Forum of Augustus.

The final stop before saying goodbye to your Rome guide is the Colosseum, the city's most famous landmark. There is time left to take a look of the Arch of Constantine right in front of the Colosseum before your Romr tour ends. Be sure to enter the Colosseum afterwards to explore the interior.

Your trip:

This tour is offered on a "join-in" basis. Maximum group size is 12.

Tipping:

If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides and drivers a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Intrepid Urban Adventures destinations. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour

Cancellations made more than 2 days prior to travel receive a full refund
Cancellations made 2 days or less prior to travel attract a 100% cancellation fee.

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