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Ancient Rome Tour with an Archaeologist - Small Group

Rome, Italy
  • 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Discover the history of ancient Rome on this small-group walking tour that digs deeper than most. In the company of an archaeologist guide, step back in time on a journey that takes in landmarks including the Roman Forum and Theater of Marcellus and reveals how a small village developed into the metropolis we know today.
  • Take a deep dive into Rome's history on a walking tour
  • Enjoy the intimacy of a small-group tour capped at four
  • Benefit from rare insights from your archaeologist guide
  • Leave with a deeper understanding of Rome's famous landmarks

What's Included

  • Access to free-entrance archaeological areas. Not inside the Colosseum.

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Via della Madonna dei Monti, 51, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

      The meeting is in front of the Church of Santa Maria ai Monti.

    End point

    • Via del Portico d'Ottavia, 00186 Roma RM, Italy

      Tour ends at the Porticus of Octavia (archaeological area).

    Itinerary

    1

    Colosseum

    20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    2

    Trajan's Forum

    15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    3

    Forum of Augustus

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    4

    Roman Forum

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Septimius Severus Arch (Pass By)

    5

    Piazza del Campidoglio

    15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    6

    Teatro di Marcello

    40 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Temples Of Apollo Sosiano And Bellona (Pass By)

    7

    The Portico of Octavia

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Pushchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Most travellers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travellers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 2 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Amazing! The best tour in Rome

    Sarah_S, May 2026
    Leonardo was the most incredible guide and his knowledge of Rome was unparalleled. His passion and explanations of what we saw, allowed us to really understand Rome in a linear way. He tied everything in and gave us incredible insights.

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    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

    Book ahead!
    On average, this is booked 25 days in advance.

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