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Rome, Italy
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20 Guests Max
3 hrs
Flexible Travel“Remus contemptuously leapt over the newly raised walls and was duly killed by the enraged Romulus, who exclaimed, 'So shall it be with everyone who leaps over my walls henceforth.'”
(Livy, From the Founding of the City, 1.7)
So starts the history of Rome, with one brother murdering another on the ramparts of the Palatine Hill. For the next thousand years, the Palatine Hill would play centre stage to some of the strangest and most significant events in Roman history, from the celebration of the annual Lupercalia festival to the seduction of Caesar’s wife at the Bona Dea festival, and from the assassination of Caligula to the murder of the emperor Domitian in his palace bedroom.
The Palatine Hill is where the Roman Kingdom rose and where some would say, through the corruption and decadence that gripped the imperial court, the Roman Empire fell. It was here that many emperors were born and many more met their end, and where the luxury and debauchery associated with the Roman Empire found its most extravagant and extreme expression away from the prying eyes of the people.
But the Palatine Hill is more than just an archaeological site. It has infused our modern lexicon, giving us words like palace and palatial, which derive from the late first-century CE Flavian Palace (Domus Flavia) whose ruins occupy much of the hill and overlook the Circus Maximus.
This guide covers everything you need to know about the most famous of Rome's Seven Hills, including how to get there, ticketing information, what to see, and a short and digestible history. The best way to experience the Palatine Hill is on a guided tour, with the expertise of a licensed guide and timed-entry tickets that will have you sailing past the lines.
The Palatine Hill is nestled between the Circus Maximus to the south and the Roman Forum to the north. The River Tiber runs over to the west while the Colosseum sits within the valley of a former riverbed to the northeast.
Reaching the Palatine Hill is easy. If you’re coming by metro, the closest stop is Colosseo, but if you get out at Circo Massimo you’re greeted with an impressive view of the Palatine Hill and the ruins of the imperial palace overlooking the circus.
By bus, you can get the 51, 75, 81, 85, 87, 117, 118, and C3 to just outside the Colosseum or the tram (no. 3 or 7) to Colosseo/Salvi. We think the best way to get here, though, is by walking from Piazza Venezia and along the Via dei Fori Imperiali.
During the spring and summer, the Palatine Hill is open from 9 am until 7:15 pm, with the last entrance at 6:15 pm. During the winter, opening times are reduced to ensure visitors aren’t wandering around without daylight. From October 1st to 25th, the Palatine Hill is open from 8.30 am until 6.30 pm, and from October 26th until February 28th, it’s open from 8:30 am until 4:30 pm. The Palatine Hill is closed on December 25th and January 1st. For the latest opening times, please consult the official site.
Entry is free on the first Sunday of every month, 25th April, 2nd June and 4th November. Otherwise, tickets start from €18 per adult with concessions available for students, seniors, teachers with school groups and other categories. Children under 18 can access the Palatine Hill for free, though they still need a ticket and a form of ID (passport or provisional license).
For more information about the types of Colosseum tickets available, read our guide to Visiting the Colosseum.
The Palatine Hill lies at the confluence of legend, history, and archaeology.
According to legend, it was here that Romulus decided to found his city in 753 BCE after murdering his brother, Remus, who provocatively jumped over its ramparts. Archaeologically, we have evidence that the Palatine was already settled as early as the 13th century BCE, in the late Bronze Age, and inhabited by the 10th century BCE, although the best we can reconstruct is the existence of a stable hut settlement.
Finding of Romulus and Remus by Andrea Lucatelli. Google Art Project
While the time of the Palatine’s earliest settlement is clear, the origins of its name are not. Titus Livy, a historian writing at the end of the first century BCE, believed that the hill was named after a Greek city, Pallantium, in the central Peloponesse:
“This hill was originally called Pallantium from a city of the same name in Arcadia; the name was afterwards changed to Palatium. Evander, an Arcadian, had held that territory many ages before, and had introduced an annual festival from Arcadia in which young men ran about naked for sport and wantonness, in honour of the Lycaean Pan, whom the Romans afterwards called Inuus.”
Livy, From the Founding of Rome, 1.5
By the time Livy was writing at the turn of the first century, the Palatine Hill had already been well developed as the home to the rich and famous of Roman society, including his patron, Augustus. Rome’s high priest, the Pontifex Maximus, had long had his residence there, overlooking the House of the Vestals, over whom he had authority, in the Roman Forum below. Pliny the Elder records that Marcus Aemilius Scaurus owned a grand Palatine house adorned with marble columns and was the first to build a theatre with marble walls. Yet the hill’s most celebrated Republican resident was Marcus Tullius Cicero, who wrote extensively about his house there.
Every year, on February 15th, these residents would have a front-row seat to the Lupercalia, a festival harkening back to Rome’s foundation myth. Festivities began with the sacrifice of goats (symbols of fertility) and a dog (linked to purification) at the Lupercal cave at the foot of the Palatine Hill, believed to be where Romulus and Remus were suckled by the she-wolf. The Luperci, priests of the cult, then cut the goat skins into strips and ran anticlockwise around the old boundary of the Palatine Hill, naked or near-naked, lightly striking women to encourage fertility and ensure prosperity. It was during this festival that Julius Caesar refused his crown
With Rome’s transition from a Republic to an Empire, the Palatine Hill took on new importance as the residence of the princeps (first citizen) and later of the emperor. Augustus (or Octavian as he was known then) had his residence on the Palatine Hill before he became emperor, and when he emerged from the civil wars of the late first century BCE as the sole victor, he established his court in the domus of his Palatine residence.
Successive emperors built their own annexes and residences on the Palatine Hill. Augustus’ successor, Tiberius, is credited with constructing the Domus Tiberiana. The man who replaced him, Caligula, also lived (and died here), assassinated in a cryptoporticus leading to the theatre in January 41 CE. Nero built the short-lived Domus Transitoria, which was engulfed in the Great Fire of 64 CE (the destruction of this palace is good evidence that Nero did not, as some suspect, start the fire himself). At least Nero found some private gain in this personal tragedy, transforming the area between the Palatine and Oppian hills into his Golden House (Domus Aurea).
It was after Nero’s death, with the rise of the Flavian emperors, that the Imperial Palace on the Palatine Hill was finished and formalised. Domitian, who is widely regarded as being one of Rome’s worst emperors, commissioned the architect Rabirius to build a palace divided into four sections: the Domus Flavia (a public area), the Domus Augustana (private apartments), and the so-called Palatine Stadium (extensive gardens).
Reconstruction of the Palatine Hill in Imperial Rome. Model by André Caron, Maquettes Historiques
Later emperors would live in Domitian’s palace (Domus Augustana) until the Fall of the Roman Empire in the West. Even after the Sack of Rome in 410, the Imperial Palace was renovated by the Ostrogothic emperor Theoderic (475–526 CE).
The Palatine Hill has fared better than the Roman Forum below in preserving at least some elements of its post classical history. Archaeologists have tended to bulldoze medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque buildings in an effort to dig down and discover traces of Rome’s ancient past.
A large wall from the Loggia Mattei testifies to the much larger and more lavish Villa Mills, which was destroyed in the eighteenth century to enable excavations. Visitors might notice a small sign denoting the Barberini Vineyard (named after the papal family who owned this land until 1910). A small two-storey structure known as the Casina Farnese (Farnese House) stands on the remains of one of the nymphaeums at the side of the large triclinium belonging to Domitian’s imperial palace.
You can visit the following sites on the Palatine Hill with a SUPER Sites ticket:
Here are the most worthwhile.
Built by the emperor Domitian (ruled 81-96 AD), the Imperial Palace was the official residence of all Rome’s successive emperors and the prototype for all later Roman palaces. Its chief architect was Rabirius, the man also behind Domitian’s Alban Villa in modern-day Castel Gandolfo.
Contemporary poets like Statius and Martial lavished praise on its immense scale, ornate decoration, and grandeur, with Martial remarking it made the Pyramids seem laughably tiny by comparison (Martial always was a bit of a lick-*ss). But its importance is clear from the fact that the word "palace" (palazzo, palais, and palacio etc.) comes from the Latin Palatium, of Palatine, where this first imperial residence was built.
Augustus (ruled 31 BCE–14 CE) was Rome’s first emperor and arguably the savviest politician ever to have lived. His residence on the Palatine was humble by the standards of later emperors, like Nero, who built his Golden Palace in the valley below, or Domitian who built the Imperial Palace. But it was no less impressive. Its two most striking rooms are the Room of the Masks, which features perspective architectural paintings and theatrical masks, and the heavily decorated Room of the Pine Festoons.
Named after Augustus’ third wife, the House of Livia is one of the best-preserved late Republican residences on the Palatine. Its basement-level atrium, supported by travertine pillars, opens onto four richly decorated rooms with mosaic floors and exquisite Second Style wall paintings. Highlights include mythological scenes such as Mercury freeing Io and Galatea fleeing Polyphemus, along with panels of griffins, fantastical creatures, and painted porticoes adorned with festoons of leaves, flowers, and fruit.
Make sure to visit the museum of Palazzo Massimo alle Terme, where frescoes from Livia’s countryside villa are displayed on the top floor.
Built under Domitian (90–95 CE) and later remodelled by the Severan emperors following the fire of 192 CE, the so-called Palatine Stadium lies between the Domus Augustana and the Severan Palace. Its elongated rectangular shape and curved south side resembles a racecourse. But was more likely a garden for leisure, surrounded by porticoes and terraces offering scenic views. Richly decorated rooms with mosaics and paintings were added during the Severan period, while later modifications, including a large oval enclosure, further transformed the space.
Some traditions identify this stadium with the Hippodromus Palatii, the site of Saint Sebastian’s martyrdom.
Situated within the nineteenth-century Convent of the Sisters of the Visitation and above the remains of the imperial palace, the Palatine Museum showcases artefacts found on the Palatine Hill. Different phases of the palace foundations are visible from the underground level, while the upper floor showcases an exhibition of sculptural decorations from the palaces, along with displays illustrating their topography and history.
For fans of ancient Roman history, the Palatine Hill is well worth visiting. Even if you don’t visit any of its ‘Super’ sites, you’ll enjoy wandering around the ruins of the imperial palace and getting a sense of the scale and luxury in which the emperors lived.
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The best time to visit depends on the season. During the summer, aim for early to mid-morning to avoid the worst of the heat, bearing in mind that there aren’t many shaded areas at the top of the hill. If you’re visiting Rome off-season (and we generally recommend you do), the Palatine Hill is a great place to explore an hour or so before sunset as you’ll have it almost to yourself.
There is no ticket that only grants you access to the Palatine Hill. Instead, each ticket also includes timed entry to the Colosseum and entry to the Roman Forum 24 hours before or after that. Please bear in mind that you will need to show your ticket or QR code at each of the three sites that make up the Archaeological Park of the Colosseum.
You can find all the information about the available tickets here.
Bring a refillable water bottle to fill up at the 10 fountains throughout the Archaeological Park of the Colosseum and three on the Palatine Hill. Make sure to also wear sensible footwear, as you’ll be walking on some ancient Roman cobbled streets, and some sun protection or a hat.
While you can explore the Palatine Hill without a guide, you’ll be doing so without any context or content. Like all ancient Roman sites, the Palatine Hill is confusing, and to the non-specialist can resemble more a jumble of stone and brick ruins than anything resembling a typical attraction.
We recommend our Small-Group Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill tour. Not only will you enjoy timed skip-the-line entry to the Colosseum, but you’ll also get the knowledge, attention, and expertise of a fluent licensed guide.
The Palatine Hill has taken on many different aspects throughout its thousands of years of history, from a late Bronze Age hut settlement to its pinnacle of splendour during the early Roman Empire. For much of the medieval period, it was little more than a grassy mound, where sheep and livestock grazed above the ruins of the imperial palaces. In later history, it was the site of several residences, villas and churches, constructed or patronised by Rome’s leading families.
Our Small-Group Colosseum tour guides you on an immersive journey through the amphitheatre, the Roman Forum, and the Palatine Hill. Drawing on the experience and expertise of a licensed guide, you’ll follow in the footsteps of emperors and gladiators as you make your way through the heart of ancient Rome. The tour includes timed-entry skip-the-line tickets to the Colosseum and entry to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum.
Spaces are limited so book your spot today.
Looking for a more exclusive, in-depth exploration of ancient Rome? Book this private tour and enjoy the full attention of an expert, licensed guide.
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Rome, ItalyReady to time travel? Join our VIP small group Colosseum tour and step straight into Ancient Rome, no time machines (or long lines) required. With skip-the-line access and a savvy local guide, you’ll breeze past the queues and straight into the jaw-dropping world of emperors, gladiators, and ancient stories that will stick with you forever. Travelling with 6 or fewer people? We recommend upgrading to our semi-private tour of Ancient Rome for a more personalised experience, exploring at a more relaxed pace, and a more intimate experience with the people you care about most.
We’ll start our 3-hour adventure at the Colosseum, Rome’s most famous arena. Your guide will reveal the secrets behind this impressive monument and provide answers to your burning questions:
The answers might surprise you, but not more than the exclusive above-the-arena views that offer a new perspective of the Eternal City.
Next, we’ll ascend Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome and home to ancient palaces, royal intrigue, and some of the city's best panoramic views. This is where myths met marble, and emperors ruled in style.
Then it’s down into the Roman Forum, once the buzzing hub of Roman public life. We’ll wander through the ruins of ancient temples, triumphal arches, and the political stages that shaped an empire, all brought to life through the expert storytelling of your licensed guide.
With the comfort of a small group, a well-paced itinerary, and the best value for your money, this isn’t just a tour, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience through the rise (and fall) of Ancient Rome.
Best value. Zero stress. Epic stories. Spots fill fast, so grab yours and make your Roman holiday legendary.
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Rome, ItalyGo back in time on a once-in-a-lifetime, semi-private exploration of Ancient Rome’s most legendary landmarks—the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum.
Designed for comfort and connection, this semi-private tour is limited to just 6 guests, giving you more one-on-one time with your expert guide, a relaxed pace, and the opportunity to dive deeper into the stories that fascinate you most.
With priority skip-the-line access, you’ll also glide past the crowds and straight into the heart of the Eternal City. Save time, avoid the stress, and make the most of every moment with the people who matter most to you.
Your 3-hour journey begins inside the iconic Colosseum. We’ll take in the breathtaking views from above the arena that most visitors miss. Here, you’ll stand where gladiators once battled and hear captivating tales of emperors, epic contests, and ancient innovation. With fewer people in your group, your guide can personalise the experience, answering your most burning questions and focusing on what interests your group.
Next, we’ll ascend the legendary Palatine Hill, the mythical birthplace of Rome and site of the Empire’s most extravagant palaces. Then, descend into the Roman Forum, once the bustling centre of Roman public life. As you walk through the ruins of temples, arches, and political buildings, your guide will bring the ancient world to life.
This isn’t just a tour, it’s a meaningful journey into history, crafted for curious travellers seeking a deeper, more intimate Roman experience.
Prepare for a unique, unforgettable journey through Rome’s most famous landmarks with a small, friendly group that lets you explore at your own pace.
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Rome, ItalyChannel your inner-Maximus as you emerge onto the Colosseum arena floor, enjoying exclusive access to this newly reopened section of the world most famous amphitheatre. Don’t settle for half-measures on your Roman holiday. Seize the moment—carpe diem—and treat yourself to an immersive tour of ancient Rome with a private expert guide!
Unlike most other tours, this private tour gets you straight inside the Colosseum and out onto the arena floor through the Gladiator’s Gate. This is the route Rome’s gladiators took almost 2,000 years ago. Imagine the scene of them being greeted by the cheers and jeers of 50,000 spectators.
Your expert private guide will transport you back in time to the height of the Roman Empire when Nero’s Golden Palace fell and the Colosseum was constructed in its place. These were times when Rome was ruled by all-powerful emperors (sometimes wise, sometimes wacky), the city was flooded with exotic riches from around the world, and the Colosseum acted as the city’s main stage for showing off the animals and people that Rome had conquered and captured.
Next, we’ll climb the Palatine Hill, where Romulus founded the city. The Palatine Hill is a real archaeological wonder, home to settlements from the Iron Age to the 16th century. Gaze upon such sites as the Hut of Romulus, the houses of Augustus and Livia, and the Imperial Palace, where the emperors in their family engaged in ruling, politicking, and scheming.
The final destination on your private Colosseum arena tour is the Roman Forum. As the beating heart of ancient Rome, the Roman Forum was once a bustling hub of markets, law courts, temples, and more. It was here that Julius Caesar was cremated, here where two disgraced emperors were murdered in 69 AD, and here where Cicero delivered the speeches that shaped western culture for centuries.
At the end of your private tour, feel free to stay and explore the Forum at your own pace.
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Rome, ItalyFeed your curiosity while pleasing your palate on this indulgent Rome Food Tour! There's a reason this tour is multi-award-winning, and it's because we give you an all-access pass to savouring the Eternal City, stress-free. With everything pre-arranged, you’ll bypass the crowds; no queues, no guesswork—just authentic Roman cuisine. This fun (and filling) food tour gives you and a group of fellow foodies a taste of the city's culinary treasures, from local delicatessens and pizzerias to traditional trattorias and restaurants, you'll try all the authentic spots that the locals keep to themselves. Want a more intimate local experience with no strangers? We now offer an exclusive semi-private Rome food tour for groups of 6 or fewer.
Our Rome food tour takes place in Trastevere, Rome's most traditional medieval neighbourhood. While the area is renowned for its buzzing nightlife and world-class cuisine, just like the rest of Rome, this neighbourhood also has its fair share of tourist traps. Our team of expert foodies invite you, and your tastebuds, to try some of the finest flavours in the city, because holidays are too short to eat bad food, right?
During the experience, we will try at least 10 different tastings (vegetarian options available!) perfectly paired with a selection of local wines or non-alcoholic beverages for sober travellers. Try crispy Roman-style pizza by the slice, savoury suppli, and the best gelato in the city. Experience is more than just simply trying local cuisine, it's a glimpse inside the Roman kitchen—discovering the delicacies, the diet and the cultural dos and don’ts.
Not only will you experience the mouthwatering flavours of Rome, but you’ll also discover the process, meet the makers, and truly understand why Italian cuisine is considered the best in the world. So book your spot on our Rome Food Tour today and get ready for a true taste of the capital!
Please note: the places that we visit and the food that we try depend on the season.
This is a sustainable tour, meaning part of its profits go towards reforestation and other sustainable projects. We also ask all of our guests to bring a reusable water bottle to refill at one of the water fountains along our route to stay hydrated and help us reduce waste.
**Unfortunately, we can’t accommodate a gluten-free or vegan diet, but we hope to be able to in the future. While we can cater to vegetarians, we ask that you let us know about dietary requirements in advance so we can best suit your needs.**
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Rome, ItalyDid someone say Spritz? Discover the flavours of Rome on our Spritz and Spaghetti Class. Our centrally located kitchen is where you’ll learn everything you need to mix traditional Italian cocktails, and perfect the art of making fresh pasta. This is the only cooking class of its kind in Rome – a perfect blend of food, friends, and tipsy fun. So come join us and see what all the fuss is about!
Our team will welcome you and your small, intimate group with a mixology demo making Italy’s best-loved drink: Aperol Spritz. You’ll then get started on your hands-on pasta-making lesson led by a fun-loving, fluent professional chef, during which we’ll also be making two other drink.
Your professional chef will guide you every step of the way – from kneading the dough to cutting the pasta. You’ll also be making a creamy carbonara sauce to coat your fresh pasta (vegetarians can try out another Roman classic of cacio e pepe). Travelling is all about meeting new people. At the end of this cooking class, you’ll dine on what you’ve made in the fun, tipsy company of your new foodie friends.
Book now and start making memories.
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Rome, ItalyLearn to cook like an Italian in this small group pasta & tiramisù cooking class that gives you mastery over the country’s best-loved classics. Over the course of three-and-a-half-hour fun-filled hours, you’ll enjoy the expert guidance of our fluent professional chef and get hands on recreating real Roman recipes, culminating in a well-deserved dinner in which you feast on what you’ve made.
Situated in our centrally situated air-conditioned cooking school, your interactive class will give you the true sense of an Italian nonna’s loving kitchen. Led by an enthusiastic and knowledgeable English-speaking chef, our cooking masterclass is perfect for kids and adults, beginners and experts.
Savoiardi (ladyfingers) are gently dipped in rich coffee before being layered with dollops of delicately mixed eggs and panna (cream). Finished off with a sprinkle of cocoa, these delicious desserts are set aside to rest in time for an after-dinner energy boost. In fact, the espresso within a tiramisù is what gives it a name that translates literally as “pick me up”!
Rolling up our sleeves, here is where we channel our inner nonna. Mixing, kneading, rolling, and shaping our fresh pasta from scratch will work up a sweat but result in elegant end products. We will then combine these carefully crafted creations with the flavors of the season and locality; be it twangy cacio e pepe or creamy carbonara.
How else to conclude your cooking class than by fully indulging in your culinary creations! Celebrate your accomplishment with family-friendly company, a gorgeous setting, and a selection of red or white wines and soft drinks.
Whether returning a culinary maestro or a self-proclaimed novice, you’ll be sure to take the memories home with you and ruling your dinner parties back home!
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Rome, ItalyThis isn’t your average elementary school pizza party; this is Rome, and we’re turning up the heat! Just ten minutes from the Colosseum, our high-energy cooking class is where pizzas fly and glasses are raised high.
In this dough-lightful evening experience, you’ll toss, top, and toast your way through a night of pizza-making, drink-sipping, and full-on Roman revelry. Ready to make your very own pizza? You’ll get a slice of pizza history from Rome and beyond, and a charismatic local chef will show you how to work the dough like a pro.
Roll, knead, and spread the dough before topping it off with everything your heart desires, except pineapple of course, we've got to stick to the rules. Then, as the dough rises, so does the mood because you'll get a crash course in Italian mixology. Sip on traditional Italian cocktails like Aperol and Hugo Spritz and socialise with your fellow chefs while your pizza bakes to Roman perfection.
Then, when everything is ready, it’s time to eat! You’ll dine like the Italians over a homemade pizza while continuing to sip on a Limoncello Spritz until your heart's content. You know the saying, when life gives you lemons, we turn it into a toast.
Whether you’re coming with friends, your amore, or are ready to make new pizza-loving pals, this isn’t just dinner, it’s a hands-on, wine-filled, flour-dusted party you’ll never forget.
So come hungry, bring your appetite for fun, and let’s raise a glass (and a pizza peel) to the tastiest night of your Roman holiday!
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Rome, ItalyOne of the best ways to meet people in a new city is to grab a drink together, and few city serve up more iconic drinks than Rome. Whether you’re travelling solo or with a group, for a long vacation or a short city break – our Rome Tipsy Tour is for you!
This unique nightlife experience combines all our favourite elements of travel: discovering new places, being immersed in different cultures, meeting fun people, and trying out a range of delicious drinks! It’s not a run-of-the-mill bar crawl. It’s a sociable tour that gives you a real taste of with Rome’s sights, stories, and signature drinks in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere with fun, local hosts. We also welcome sober travellers who want to join for a social experience but who want to forgo a hangover, so we’ll have non-alcoholic options available as well!
You’ll meet your guide and group at Piazza Madonna dei Monti, where we’ll break the ice with a warm Italian welcome – aka, a refreshing glass of local wine. After saying cheers—salute—we’ll head into Monti, an uber-trendy district filled with quirky bars and cobblestoned streets, and plenty to unpack. In ancient Rome, Monti was known as a suburra – the red-light district of Rome where prostitutes plied their trade and gangsters once roamed. As we wander through the cobblestone streets your guide will tell you scandalous stories of sex and bloodshed that you won’t hear on your typical walking tour.
After so much scandal, you’ll surely need a drink. So at our first stop on the Rome Tipsy Tour you’ll get an extra stiff one. The spotlight will be on Carpano Classico a venerable vermouth with a curious story! Unravel the history of the man who made it – Antonio Benedetto Carpano – back in 1786 whilst sharing some sips with your newfound friends.
We’ll keep the night going with some more saucy stories before trying a classic Italian Spritz. Indulge in the bitter flavours of Aperol or Campari Spritz while enjoying dolce far niente, the sweetness of doing nothing—apart from getting tipsy of course!
Our final stop is Rome’s most iconic road, the Via dei Fori Imperiali, leading down to the Colosseum. The views of the ancient city are best enjoyed after dark with an ice-cold Limoncello – trust us. Sip away as your guide tells shocking stories of the power-hungry Roman emperors who once ruled the known world.
At 11 p.m., the Tipsy Tour officially ends, but the night out begins! We will continue drinking with our new friends at some of Rome’s most popular bars!
Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime experience. We promise to make your night in Rome one you’ll never forget! Skip a boring walking tour, and come get tipsy with us.
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Rome, ItalyExplore the wonders of the Eternal City on our Wonders of Rome Walking Tour! As you get your bearings around Rome’s cobbled historic centre, your expert storyteller will bring Rome’s most must-see sites to life, including the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and Piazza Navona. Take photos, make memories, and most importantly, get the most out of your time in the Italian capital!
Your guide will share the city’s secrets and narrate its story in a way that will make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time – from explaining how the stunningly intricate churches and palaces were erected, to how the grand fountains were used to channel water throughout the city.
After meeting your guide at Piazza d'Aracoeli, we'll head to the Piazza Venezia, the crossroads between the ancient city and the modern capital and one of the most scenic squares in Italy! We'll then admire Trajan’s Column, a second-century AD monument which portrays the bloody victory of the emperor Trajan in his Dacian wars in Eastern Europe.
After taking a moment to marvel at the imposing Altar of the Fatherland, we’ll make our way to the iconic Trevi Fountain. Toss a coin into the fountain, spend a moment soaking in its sounds and scenery (metaphorically, not literally!), and uncover the fascinating stories behind the fountain’s statues and symbols.
We’ll then make our way to the Pantheon where the spectacle of the 2000-year-old dome will blow you away. Marvel at one of the best-preserved buildings of the ancient world, hear the story behind the man who built it, and discover the shocking architectural secret behind how the dome is (or isn’t) supported!
The square is situated near some of Rome’s best and most vibrant bars and restaurants and your guide will be happy to recommend where to go.
Our Rome Walking Tour is suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. You can expect this memorable experience to last about two hours, which leaves you with more than enough time to explore the city beyond. Make sure you don’t miss out.
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