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The Birth of an Empire: Rome Free Tour

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The Birth of an Empire: Rome Free Tour

Join this tour to remember that unfinished business as the Roman Empire, through the most beautiful viewpoints of the Forums. Relive the history of the Empire through its gossip. Do not miss this great historical tour.

The Italic Peninsula has always been a place of mixed cultures, open to trade and with a special taste for Art. Let yourself be accompanied into the Roman Empire, to remember and enjoy the architectural and artistic legacy left by the Romans. Enjoy its history, its gossip and know from its origins to its fall with a different tour.

We start at the Mirador of Romulus and Remus remembering the origins of monarchic Rome, to continue our tour through the remains of the first forums that were built in the city to understand how the first monarchs acted in the early years of the foundation. We will remember the Roman Republic in the tranquility of the alleys of the city, then climb the Capitoline Hill to see the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill.

We will present the Roman Empire at the Teatro Marcello and we will make a brief stop at a beautiful viewpoint with Rome at our feet to take some pictures, solve doubts and take the opportunity to give you some tips on the ins and outs of the Eternal City. Afterwards, we will dive into the Roman Forum and the Imperial Forums, to finish our visit in fantastic viewpoints overlooking the Colosseum.

Meeting point

Belvedere Rómulo y Remo (Circo Massimo)

Before you go

Length
About 2h 45min
Languages
Spanish
Usual start times
10:30 (Rome time)
Coming up
89 departures in 3 months, 6 this week

Questions about this tour

How much does this tour cost?

Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.

How long does it take?

About 2h 45min.

Where does it start?

The meeting point is Belvedere Rómulo y Remo (Circo Massimo). The map on this page shows the exact spot.

What languages is it in?

Upcoming departures are in Spanish. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.

When does it run?

89 departures are listed in the next three months, 6 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 10:30. Times are local to Rome.

Do I need to book?

Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.

Is it accessible?

The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.

Can I bring my dog?

The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.

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