See the very best of Rome and its most famous squares, monuments, fountains and artworks on this 3-hour afternoon walking tour. Be enchanted by the Eternal City as you stroll through Rome's picturesque cobblestone alleyways and discover some of the world's most famous sites, including the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. You'll travel through time and admire Rome's must-see art and architecture, all in a single afternoon!
Highlights
- 3-hour afternoon walking tour of Rome
- On-the-ground tour of Rome's most famous sites
- Stroll from Piazza del Popolo to the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain
- Visit the Pantheon, one of the world's most famous buildings
- See two of Rome's most famous squares - Piazza Navona and Campo de' Fiori
- Personalized attention on a small group tour
- Guaranteed English commentary
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Best of Rome Walking Tour: Pantheon, Piazza Navona and Trevi Fountain
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Lattetook a coffee breakPhoto by: Isabelle MUSA, 12 2009 -
The entrance into the ...We are heading into the Pantheon. It is a church so it's open to the public every day except during service hours.Photo by: JeovanyUSA, 01 2013 -
Pantheon - Best of Rome ...PantheonPhoto by: Troy V03 2012 -
Trevi - Best of Rome Walking ...Trevi FountainPhoto by: Troy V03 2012 -
Tiber IslandOur first view of the Tiber [not on the tour] with the small island leading to Trastevere, where we found an excellent ...Photo by: Elizabeth JUnited Kingdom, 11 2011 -
The Victor Emmanuel MonumentHere is Elizabeth with the 'wedding cake' behind her. Not on the tour but worth making the effort to climb up to the ...Photo by: Elizabeth JUnited Kingdom, 11 2011 -
The PantheonThis picture shows our guide outside the Pantheon; still raining and getting dark! Toni's enthusiasm made our rain ...Photo by: Elizabeth JUnited Kingdom, 11 2011 -
The PantheonLooking up at the dome inside the Pantheon this 'hole' is 43.3m high and 9 metres across. The rain falls onto the ...Photo by: Elizabeth JUnited Kingdom, 11 2011 -
Column of Marcus AureliusAs the light fails and the rain falls this column is still an impressive monumentPhoto by: Elizabeth JUnited Kingdom, 11 2011 -
Trinita dei MontiTrinita dei Monti at the top of the Spannish StepsPhoto by: Elizabeth JUnited Kingdom, 11 2011 -
The Trevi FountainStill raining, but the underwater lights give it a sureal feeling- getting dark already at 4pmPhoto by: Elizabeth JUnited Kingdom, 11 2011 -
The leaking boatAt the foot of the Spanish steps, which are French!Photo by: Elizabeth JUnited Kingdom, 11 2011 -
Santa Maria del PopoloThis is where the tour begins; such a significantly historic location. Pity about the rain! I can record that the ...Photo by: Elizabeth JUnited Kingdom, 11 2011 -
Pantheonone of our stops on the walking tourPhoto by: Isabelle MUSA, 12 2009 -
Useful Information
The Best of Rome Afternoon Walking Tour
Set off from Piazza di Spagna, and then proceed to the Spanish Steps, with their lively atmosphere and stunning views down into the winding alleys of the heart of the historic center. Next you will encounter one of Rome's most dramatic monuments, the beautiful Trevi Fountain.
Your stroll through Rome continues with a stop at Piazza Colonna, which contains the column erected by Marcus Aurelius and is considered by Romans to be the very center of the city. Stop at the Pantheon, with its impressive concrete dome and open oculus, which never fails to impress. Nearby you will explore Piazza Navona, with Bernini's famous "Fountain of the Four Rivers" triumphantly marking its center.
Finally, Campo de' Fiori gives you a taste of one of the liveliest and famous traditional Roman piazzas.
Super Saver Upgrade (Morning Small-Group Ancient Rome and Colosseum Tour):
Keen to see more and have the morning free? Why not upgrade and include a 3-hour Colosseum and Ancient Rome small-group walking tour in the morning? By booking the two tours in this way, you'll save 13% compared to booking two tours separately. Start your day with a gentle stroll up Oppian Hill to enjoy unforgettable views of the Colosseum -- Ancient Rome's most iconic landmark. After heading back down, skip the long entrance lines of the Colosseum and enjoy priority access to explore this famous attraction with your expert guide. As you walk around the fascinating ground and first floors, hear stories from your guide about the amphitheater's intriguingly brutal past filled with bloodthirsty gladiators.
After leaving the Colosseum, head into Ancient Rome to see the Arch of Constantine before walking through the Roman Forum and up Palatine Hill. Your tour ends on Via Sacra, the main street that links the Colosseum to Capitoline Hill. Enjoy roughly two hours at your leisure. Explore the impressive ruins or have lunch at any of the several nearby restaurants (own expense) before meeting your guide for your Best of Rome Walking Tour in the afternoon.
Your stroll through Rome continues with a stop at Piazza Colonna, which contains the column erected by Marcus Aurelius and is considered by Romans to be the very center of the city. Stop at the Pantheon, with its impressive concrete dome and open oculus, which never fails to impress. Nearby you will explore Piazza Navona, with Bernini's famous "Fountain of the Four Rivers" triumphantly marking its center.
Finally, Campo de' Fiori gives you a taste of one of the liveliest and famous traditional Roman piazzas.
Super Saver Upgrade (Morning Small-Group Ancient Rome and Colosseum Tour):
Keen to see more and have the morning free? Why not upgrade and include a 3-hour Colosseum and Ancient Rome small-group walking tour in the morning? By booking the two tours in this way, you'll save 13% compared to booking two tours separately. Start your day with a gentle stroll up Oppian Hill to enjoy unforgettable views of the Colosseum -- Ancient Rome's most iconic landmark. After heading back down, skip the long entrance lines of the Colosseum and enjoy priority access to explore this famous attraction with your expert guide. As you walk around the fascinating ground and first floors, hear stories from your guide about the amphitheater's intriguingly brutal past filled with bloodthirsty gladiators.
After leaving the Colosseum, head into Ancient Rome to see the Arch of Constantine before walking through the Roman Forum and up Palatine Hill. Your tour ends on Via Sacra, the main street that links the Colosseum to Capitoline Hill. Enjoy roughly two hours at your leisure. Explore the impressive ruins or have lunch at any of the several nearby restaurants (own expense) before meeting your guide for your Best of Rome Walking Tour in the afternoon.
Itinerary
Best of Rome Walking Tour includes but is not limited to
- Piazza del Popolo
- Santa Maria del Popolo Church
- Spanish Steps
- Trevi Fountain
- Piazza Colonna
- Palazzo Montecitorio
- Pantheon
- Palazzo Madama (Senate of the Italian Republic)
- Piazza Navona - Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi
- Campo de Fiori
Recent Reviews of this Tour
Reviewed by David B, May 2013
Wish I could rate this tour, but we got on the wrong train from Assisi to Rome and we missed it , but we made our Vatican tour and it was wonderful!
Reviewed by David B, May 2013
Wish I could rate this tour, but missed t due to getting on the wrong train in Assisi causing us to miss it. The Vatican tour we took the next day was the best!
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