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based on See how Rome evolved from humble beginnings into one of the world's most famous empires on a walking tour into Rome's past. This comprehensive walking tour encompasses Rome's legendary origins and modern grandeur, highlighting Rome's architectural magnificence.
The tour begins at Trajan's Column in the Imperial Fora, where your guide will place the Capitoline in context with the modern Victor Emmanuel II Monument (Il Vittoriano), a major monument commemorating the Italian Revolution and unification.
From the Vittoriano, you will walk up Michelangelo's famous Renaissance staircase to Piazza Campidoglio atop the Capitoline Hill, where the ancient bronze statue of Marcus Aurelius awaits you. One of the seven hills of Rome, the Capitoline was the first capitol of the Roman world. It was from this hill that we derive the word "capitol".
The tour includes a comprehensive visit inside the Capitoline Museums (entrance tickets included in tour price), the oldest public museum collection in the world. Founded by Pope Sixtus IV in 1471, the Capitoline Museums house famous pieces of art such as the Dying Gaul, Capitoline Venus, the colossal bronze sculpture of Marcus Aurelius, the Capitoline She-Wolf, Bernini's Medusa, and the colossal statue remains of Constantine.
Enjoy one of the best views of the Roman Forum from the Tabularium underneath the Capitoline Museums before re-emerging in Michelangelo's Piazza Campidoglio.
Your visit of the Capitoline Hill concludes with magnificent views of Rome's skyline on the terraces of the Victor Emmanuel Monument.
Discover the Origins of Rome Walking Tour
Sunday and Thursday
Unavailable Dates:
- January 01 (New Years Day)
- December 25 (Christmas Day)
Tour commences nearby Trajan's Column. The meeting point is easy to locate and your guide will be waiting for you.
Departure Time:Departs at 9:30am. Please be ready at 9:15am.
Return details:The tour ends at Victor Emmanuel II Monument (Il Vittoriano) from where you can appreciate one of the most beautiful views of the Roman skyline. It's the perfect way to conclude your tour!
Itinerary:Origins of Rome Walking Tour includes but is not limited to:
- Trajan's Column (Forum)
- Piazza Venezia
- Victor Emmanuel II Monument (Il Vittoriano)
- Piazza Campidoglio (Michelangelo's Staircase and ancient bronze statue of Marcus Aurelius)
- Capitoline Museums (Palazzo dei Conservatori, Tabularium and Palazzo Nuovo)
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- Guided walking tour (3 hours)
- Capitoline Museums entrance ticket and reservation fee (6.50 euros value)
- Personalized small group with guaranteed English commentary (maximum 25 people)
- Optional gratuities
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- This tour must be booked at least 24 hours in advance of your travel date.
- Confirmation for this product will be received at the time of booking.
- Tour is operated in English unless otherwise specified.
- This tour involves a fair amount of walking and comfortable shoes are recommended.
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