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The History of Power in Modern Rome: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Rome, Italy
  • 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Immerse yourself in the history of ancient Rome and explore the Eternal City at your own pace with this self-guided audio walking tour. With the guidance of an expert in Italian history to lead the way, head for the city's key monuments and discover the stories behind each site. Ideal for travelers who prefer the flexibility of exploring solo.
  • Avoid the crowds and hassle of group tours
  • Benefit from rare insights into historic landmarks
  • Start and stop the tour whenever you want
  • Enjoy offline access to the tour forever

What's Included

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Food/Drink
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Transportation

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Arch of Constantine
    P.za del Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

    Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

  • Piazza Navona, 00186 Roma RM, Italy

    The tour at Piazza Navona.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
  • 21/05/2026 - 21/05/2026

    Thursday : 00:00 - 23:59

  • 22/05/2026 - 24/05/2026

    Friday - Sunday : 00:00 - 23:59

  • 25/05/2026 - 31/05/2026

    Monday - Sunday : 00:00 - 23:59

  • 01/06/2026 - 03/06/2026

    Monday - Wednesday : 00:00 - 23:59

  • 04/06/2026 - 18/06/2026

    Monday - Sunday : 00:00 - 23:59

  • 19/06/2026 - 19/06/2026

    Friday : 00:00 - 23:59

  • 20/06/2026 - 20/06/2026

    Saturday : 00:00 - 23:59

  • 21/06/2026 - 21/06/2026

    Sunday : 00:00 - 23:59

  • 22/06/2026 - 16/08/2026

    Monday - Sunday : 00:00 - 23:59

  • 17/08/2026 - 17/08/2026

    Monday : 00:00 - 23:59

  • 18/08/2026 - 15/11/2026

    Monday - Sunday : 00:00 - 23:59

  • 16/11/2026 - 16/05/2027

    Monday - Sunday : 00:00 - 23:59

  • 17/05/2027 - 19/05/2027

    Monday - Wednesday : 00:00 - 23:59

  • 20/05/2027 - 09/06/2027

    Monday - Sunday : 00:00 - 23:59

Itinerary

Arch of Constantine (Pass By)

Temple of Venus and Rome (Pass By)

Basilica di Santa Francesca Romana (Pass By)

Basilica of Maxentius (Pass By)

Santi Cosma e Damiano (Pass By)

Forum of Nerva (Pass By)

Forum of Augustus (Pass By)

Monument to Victor Emmanuel II (Pass By)

Piazza del Campidoglio (Pass By)

Trajan's Forum (Pass By)

Piazza Venezia / Ancient City (Pass By)

Quirinal Palace (Pass By)

Trevi Fountain (Pass By)

Piazza Colonna (Pass By)

Palazzo Chigi (Pass By)

Palazzo di Montecitorio (Pass By)

Piazza Capranica (Pass By)

Pantheon (Pass By)

Piazza Navona (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Near public transportation
  • Pushchair accessible
  • Most travellers can participate
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please note: This tour is designed so that you don’t need to enter any of the sites along its route. You will hear plenty of interesting information without needing to go inside. However, if you do want to enter any of the attractions, it is recommended that you book ahead of time.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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