• This tour is for who comes to Rome for the first time.
• Rome’s city center is full of world-famous piazzas, fountains, and monuments, and each one has a story to tell.
• With an expert English-speaking guide and your small private group, you will enjoy your tour of Rome.
• You will be in awe of this magnificent city: your guide will take you on a relaxing walk through Rome’s most important places, including the Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and the Pantheon, which houses Raphael’s tomb.

Walking Tour Rome’s Highlights: Top Tour

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The best tour for seeing a lot of Rome’s most famous sights in under 3 hours.

You will never feel rushed as We travel at a comfortable pace.

With our relaxed walking tours of Rome, I’ll take you to all of the historical sights. You’ll hear the stories and anecdotes that bring these fantastic sights to life thanks to an expert English-speaking guide.

Rome is without a doubt one of the most beautiful cities in the world to visit. Join me on an enchanting walk through the city center, where we’ll see some of the must-see sights as well as some of my favorite off-the-beaten-path spots. My route is carefully planned, and We will visit the unique back alleys that few people see.

After we’ve gotten to know each other, we’ll talk about Ancient Imperial Rome, Rome’s Renaissance rebirth, and the final Italian unification.  Every year, millions of people rush to the Trevi Fountain, and I’ll show you why! Admire its beauty as I tell you the surprising story behind the fountain and explain the coin-throwing tradition.

The next stop will be Piazza della Rotunda, where the world-famous Pantheon can be found. Discover the dynamic uses of this most important of Rome’s pagan temples over the past 2000 years!

The best is saved for last: Piazza Navona, which is by far the most iconic of Rome’s squares. Take in the atmosphere to explore the competition between the artists whose works have shaped the square’s beauty. We finish near some of Rome’s best bars and restaurants! We don’t go inside the Pantheon on Sundays because it is closed!

I recommend this tour because you’ll walk through Rome’s compact historic center, stopping at some of the city’s most iconic sights as well as some lesser-known corners with their own stories to tell.

The tour guides are experts in their fields, trained in the city’s art and history, and eager to show you more than what’s right in front of your eyes. So you can relax and enjoy your walking tour of Rome.

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Tour of the Imperial Rome: Ruins & Emperors

Join me on a fascinating tour of Ancient Rome, where we’ll learn about the Roman Emperors’ adventures, intrigues, successes, and defeats. We’ll do so by visiting the sites where they erected monuments to exalt and honor their victories, conquests, and vast influence.

We’ll begin with the city’s most famous monument: the Colosseum (outside).

Then we’ll go to the Ludus Magnus, where the gladiators practiced before fighting in the Flavian Amphitheatre’s arena.

The Via dei Fori Imperiali leads to Piazza Venezia, where the ruins of the Emperors’ imposing public and religious areas can still be admired.

The tour will conclude at the top of the Campidoglio, one of Rome’s famous seven hills, where you will be guided to a breathtaking view of the Roman Forum, the oldest of the Forums and the real cradle of the civilization of Ancient Rome.

Tour Inside the Colosseum with the Skip-the-Line tickets

Thousands of tourists visit the Colosseum every day, making it one of the world’s greatest archaeological sites. To skip the line, you must make a reservation, and a guide is essential given the museum’s fascinating past. I want to guide you, for your once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

I’ll be waiting for you at the Arch of Constantine, ready to greet you and welcome you to this world wonder. We enter the Colosseum through a priority reservation entrance. Inside the Amphitheater, you will learn about the incredible history of the Colosseum and the mystery surrounding the infamous Gladiators.

After that, you’ll have 20-30 minutes inside to take photos & videos.  From here, We’ll go exploring Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum.

I’ll share my expert knowledge with you and help you bring back to life the center of what was once a thriving Roman capital!

Tickets for adults cost 18€, those under 25 from the EU with an ID cost 5€, and for children under 18 there is a reservation fee of 2€.

The Rome of the Popes: walking tour from Castel Sant’Angelo to the Vatican

The tour begins at Castel Sant’Angelo, a fortress and prison of the Papal States that was once a monumental mausoleum of Emperor Hadrian. Many well-known celebrities have been imprisoned in the cells of this famous monument on the right bank of the Tiber river. The entrance to the Castle is not included in the tour.

We’ll then proceed along Via della Conciliazione to Piazza San Pietro, where you can admire Gian Lorenzo Bernini’s magnificent Colonnade before entering the world’s most famous Basilica.

I’ll tell you about the long and intricate history of this essential site in the city of Rome’s Christian history, as well as the treasures and relics contained in this magnificent Basilica. To gain access to the Basilica, you must wear suitable clothes, which means no shorts and shoulders must be hidden.

Organize Your Time

When to go and weather in Rome

Rome is a popular tourist destination all year, though some months are busier than others.

Rome has a climate that is quite similar to that of the Mediterranean. Summers are hot and dry, with temperatures reaching 35°C. Humidity levels can also be high, especially in July and August. Visitors are traditionally warned to avoid August, because of the high temperatures, which make sightseeing difficult. If you can stand the sun, it’s a good time to visit because the city is less crowded, festival season is in full swing, and prices are more reasonable (many hoteliers offer discounts to entice holidaymakers from the sea).

The key to surviving the heat in Rome is to adjust your everyday routine to avoid the hottest hours of the day – go out in the morning, rest in the early afternoon, and return about 5.30pm or 6pm.

In August, several small businesses, including restaurants and hotels, shut for around two weeks.

Between December and February, temperatures range from 10°C to 15°C.

Between April and June, the city is at its most enticing – the weather is usually pleasant, flowers are blooming, and the light is stunning: with beautiful blue skies and mild temperatures. Another good time is early autumn (September and October). This is the best times to visit Rome. The wettest months are November and December.

Day trips from Rome

Here you can find my favourite sights outside of Rome. We can visit all this sight if you wish.

Ostia Antica

The ride from Rome takes only 30 minutes. Ostia Antica is one of Italy’s most definite and most under-appreciated archaeological sites.

Founded in the 4th century BC, the city started life as a fortified military camp guarding the mouth of the Tiber – hence the name: Ostia is a derivation of the Latin word ostium (mouth). It quickly grew, and by the 2nd century AD was a thriving port with a community of around 50,000.

Decline set in after the collapse of the Roman Empire. By the 9th century, the city had largely been abandoned, its citizens driven off by barbarian invasions and malaria outbreaks. Over subsequent centuries, it was robbed of marble and building materials. Its ruins were gradually buried in river silt, hence their survival.

Tivoli

A summer resort for ancient Romans and the Renaissance rich, the hilltop city of Tivoli is residence to two Unesco World Heritage Sites: Villa Adriana, the sprawling estate of Emperor Hadrian, and the 16th-century Villa d’Este, a Renaissance villa famous for its decorated gardens and extravagant fountains

Hadrian’s Villa

The ruins of Hadrian’s massive country villa, located 5 kilometers outside of Tivoli, are breathtaking and easily rival everything you’ll see in Rome. The villa was one of the greatest in the ancient world, encompassing more than 120 hectares, of which about 40 are now open to the public, and was built between AD 118 and 138. To thoroughly explore it, you’ll need up to three hours.

Rome’s Month by Month Events

The calendar of events in Rome is jam-packed with everything from colorful cultural festivities with religious or historical subtexts to performing-arts festivals. The best times to see the significant events are during the summer and fall.

January

FESTA DI SANT’ANTONIO

Chiesa di Sant’Eusebio, Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II;  Vittorio Emanuele

On 17 January animal-lovers take their pets to be blessed at the Chiesa di Sant’Eusebio in honour of the patron saint of animals.

February

CARNEVALE

In the week before Ash Wednesday, children take to the streets in fancy dress and throw coriandoli (colored confetti) over each other.

March

MARATONA DI ROMA

www.maratonadiroma.it;  Colosseo

Sightseeing becomes sport at Rome’s annual marathon. Held in late March, the 42km race starts and finishes near the Colosseum.

April

EASTER

Colosseo & Ottaviano-San Pietro

On Good Friday, the pope leads a procession around the Colosseum. At noon on Easter Sunday, he blesses the crowds in Piazza San Pietro.

SETTIMANA DELLA CULTURA

Culture Week; www.beniculturali.it, in Italian

A week of free entry to museums, galleries, and otherwise closed sites. Dates change annually, so check the website.

ROMA INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL

www.riff.it

A weeklong homage to independent Italian and international film. Venues and dates change annually.

NATALE DI ROMA

Piazza del Campidoglio;  Piazza Venezia

Rome celebrates its anniversary on 21 April with bands on Piazza del Campidoglio and fireworks all around.

MOSTRA DELLE AZALEE

Piazza di Spagna;  Spagna

In late April, the Spanish Steps are lined with thousands of brightly colored azaleas – a perfect photo occasion.

May

PRIMO MAGGIO

Piazza di San Giovanni, Laterano;  San Giovanni

Rome’s 1 May rock concert attracts huge crowds and Italian performers.

FOTOGRAFIA

www.fotografiafestival.it; Palazzo delle Esposizioni;  Via Nazionale

Contemporary photography comes to Rome. Exhibitions are held in the Palazzo delle Esposizioni between late May and August and in galleries across the city.

FESTIVAL DELLE LETTERATURE

www.festivaldelleletterature.it; Roman Forum;  Colosseo

Spilling over into June, Rome’s Literature Festival presents free readings in the atmospheric Basilica di Massenzio in the Roman Forum. DJs provide backing sounds.

June

ESTATE ROMANA

www.estateromana.comune.roma.it

Between June and September, Rome’s big summer festival turns the city into a giant stage. Events range from book fairs to raves and gay parties.

COSMOPHONIES

www.cosmophonies.com; Ostia Antica;  Ostia Antica

Music, theatre, and dance are staged in the ancient theatre at Ostia Antica. The festival is held over two periods: from mid-June to the end of July and the first two weeks of September.

FESTIVAL INTERNAZIONALE DI VILLA ADRIANA

06 802 41 281; www.auditorium.com/villaadriana; Villa Adriana, Tivoli; Tivoli

The vast ruins of Villa Adriana in Tivoli set the unforgettable stage for the Festival Internazionale di Villa Adriana. Contemporary dance and theatre performances are presented between mid-June and mid-July.

FIESTA CLUB

www.fiesta.it, in Italian; Via Appia Nuova;  Via Appia Nuova

A festival of Latin American music and culture on the racecourse on Via Appia Nuova. The fun lasts from mid-June to mid-August.

ROMA INCONTRO IL MONDO

www.villaada.org; Laghetto di Villa Ada;  Via di Ponte Salario

A corner of Villa Ada is turned into a colorful multi-ethnic village between mid-June and early August. Top-quality concerts add to the party vibe.

VILLA CELIMONTANA JAZZ

www.villacelimontanajazz.com; Villa Celimontana;  Via della Navicella

Ravishing Villa Celimontana sets the scene for high-quality jazz from mid-June to mid-September.

FESTA DI SAN GIOVANNI

San Giovanni

The birth of St John the Baptist is commemorated on 24 June, particularly around the Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano.

FESTA DEI SANTI PIETRO E PAOLO

St Peter’s Basilica & Basilica di San Paolo fuori le Mura;  Ottaviano-San Pietro & San Paolo

Romans celebrate patron saints Peter and Paul on 29 June, a public holiday. Festivities are centered on St Peter’s Basilica and Via Ostiense.

ROCK IN ROMA

www.rockinroma.com; Via Appia Nuova;  Via Appia Nuova

Dust down the denims for Rome’s big rock fest held from the end of June through to July. Headline acts in 2009 included the Killers, Franz Ferdinand, and Motorhead.

July

INVITO ALLA DANZA

www.invitoalladanza.it, in Italian; Teatro Villa Pamphilj, Via di San Pancrazio;  Via di San Pancrazio

This month-long dance festival draws top-notch international performers to the parklands of Villa Doria Pamphilj.

ROMA ALTA MODA

www.altaroma.it, in Italian

Catwalk models parade designer gear at locations throughout the city during Rome’s biannual fashion week.

FESTA DI NOANTRI

www.festadenoantri.it, in Italian; Piazza Santa Maria in Trastevere;  or  Viale di Trastevere

Trastevere’s annual party takes over the neighborhood the last two weeks of July.

ROME PRIDE

www.romapride.it, in Italian

An annual festival is celebrating gay rights and culture.

August

FESTA DELLA MADONNA DELLA NEVE

Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore;  Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore

A 4th-century snowfall is celebrated at the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore on 5 August.

FERRAGOSTO

The Festival of the Assumption, 15 August, is celebrated with an almost total shutdown as the entire population heads out of town.

September

ROMAEUROPA

www.romaeuropa.net

Rome’s premier music and dance festival run from late September to November.

VIA DELL’ORSO CRAFT FAIR

Piazza Navona;  Corso Rinascimento

Artisans around Via dell Orso open studios and workshops to browsers and buyers.

October/November

FESTIVAL INTERNAZIONALE DEL FILM DI ROMA

www.romacinemafest.it; Auditorium Parco della Musica;  Viale Tiziano

Rome’s film festival rolls out the red carpet for Italy’s cinema big shots.

VIA DEI CORONARI MOSTRA-MERCATO

Piazza Navona;  Corso del Rinascimento

In late October, this famous antique street opens its doors and displays its wares.

FESTIVAL INTERNAZIONALE DI MUSICA E ARTE SACRA

www.festivalmusicaeartesacra.net

Over four days in mid-November, the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra performs a series of classical concerts in Rome’s four papal basilicas.

ROMA JAZZ FESTIVAL

www.romajazzfestival.it; Auditorium Parco della Musica;  Viale Tiziano

Jazz greats descend on the Auditorium Parco della Musica for three weeks of concerts in November.

December/January

PIAZZA NAVONA CHRISTMAS FAIR

Piazza Navona;  Corso del Rinascimento

Piazza Navona is taken over by market stalls selling all manner of seasonal goodies (and rubbish).

CAPODANNO

New Year’s Eve is celebrated with open-air concerts and fireworks.