Rome Uncovered: Mysteries, Legends & Secrets of the Eternal City

Rome, Italy

2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Step back in time on this small-group walking tour of Rome that uncovers the fascinating tales and hidden stories behind some of the Eternal City’s lesser-known landmarks. Begin your adventure at the Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli, continue to the medieval Basilica of San Clemente, and finally explore the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano, Rome’s most important papal basilica.

Visit several Roman landmarks that most travelers miss
Enjoy the intimacy of a small-group tour
Overcome the language barrier with your guide leading the way
Benefit from your guide's expert insights into Roman history

What's Included

Professional licensed guide
Small group
Entrance inside Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli
Entrance inside the Basilica of San Clemente
Access to the underground archaeological excavations of San Clemente

Personal expenses
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entrance tickets to any attractions not specifically mentioned as included in the experience
Colosseum entrance ticket (exterior visit only; no entry inside the monument)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Via del Cardello, 31, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
From the Metro station Colosseo, turn right on Via del Fori Imperiali and go straight to the first traffic light, then turn right on Via Cavour and turn left on the 2nd street, Via del Cardello. You will find the meeting point on Via del Cardello, 31.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Piazza della Madonna dei Monti

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

San Pietro in Vincoli

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Ponte degli Annibaldi

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Colosseum (Pass By)

Arch of Constantine (Pass By)

Basilica of San Clemente

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
On this tour, some of the venues or parts of the venue may be subject to last-minute, unpredictable closures. When this occurs, we are happy to offer customers an extended tour in keeping with the advertised total length of the tour.

This is a guided walking tour. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
The Colosseum will be admired from the outside only. No entrance inside the monument is included.
Appropriate clothing is required when entering religious sites. Shoulders and knees must be covered.
The underground archaeological areas of San Clemente involve stairs and may not be suitable for visitors with reduced mobility.
Late arrivals may not be accommodated once the tour has started.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers