As the ancient capital of the Roman Empire, Rome is one of the oldest cities in the world. It's an enchanting city packed with haunting ruins and endless galleries of Renaissance and Baroque art.
Kick off your travel itinerary with a visit to Rome's churches, cathedrals, museums, and art galleries where you will find works by great masters such as Raphael, Bernini, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio.
Explore archeological treasures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, Sistine Chapel, and Roman Forum. The Italian capital is also famous for its leafy parks with panoramic terraces and picturesque piazzas with exquisitely sculpted fountains and statues. Take in Salvi's Trevi Fountain or admire the beauty of Bernini’s Fountain of the Four Rivers in Piazza Navona.
In Rome, ancient treasures and world-renowned art collections happily co-exist with refined restaurants and picturesque street-side cafes. Nestled on the banks of the Tiber River, Travestere is a lovely bohemian district with narrow cobblestone streets dotted with trattorias, craft beer pubs, and artisan shops. First-time visitors can look forward to visiting Campo de' Fiori, a market square and a notable nightlife spot.
Eating out in Rome is a memorable experience. From Michelin-starred dining establishments to family-owned trattorias serving humble pasta dishes and locally made limoncello, the Eternal City is full of places where you can explore neighborhood markets and enjoy the local cuisine.
This is just a small example of the 100's of tours and activities we can provide throughout Italy.
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There is a rich history of Italians immigrating to the US, resulting in many of today’s North Americans having roots in Italy. We can help you discover the village your family originated, where we can look into old records and perhaps find written evidence of your ancestors. In some cases, we may even be able to introduce you to distant relatives you didn’t even know you had!
There is a rich history of Italians immigrating to the US, resulting in many of today’s North Americans having roots in Italy. We can help you discover the village your family originated, where we can look into old records and perhaps find written evidence of your ancestors. In some cases, we may even be able to introduce you to distant relatives you didn’t even know you had!
There is a rich history of Italians immigrating to the US, resulting in many of today’s North Americans having roots in Italy. We can help you discover the village your family originated, where we can look into old records and perhaps find written evidence of your ancestors. In some cases, we may even be able to introduce you to distant relatives you didn’t even know you had!
Today you'll discover the Eternal City's essential sites. Directed by your walking guide, the day begins at the Vatican, in the Sistine Chapel, where you will enter Saint Peter’s Basilica through a passage. You will also see a great collection of art within the Vatican Museums. Next, you will see the iconic Colosseum with its many stories and captivating history. Your trip will conclude in the Roman Forum, where you will experience the view from Palatine Hill. Along the way, your guide will tell you about the myths of Rome and the lives of individuals who have influenced the city.
Today's tour takes you though the Roman Colosseum, including special access to the underground, where the gladiators, prisoners and wild beasts prepared to fight in the arena. You will discover stories of the construction, the politics, the fighters and the cessation of the games at the Colosseum. You will access the underground level of the Colosseum called the Hypogeum, where you will join a group and meet an underground guide. At the Imperial Roman Forum, your guide will explain ancient Roman myths, popular celebrations of the time, and share stories of the deities of ancient Rome. You will walk where Roman senators walked, observe where gladiators fought, and stand where the citizens greeted Roman legions as they returned home from campaigns abroad.
A walking guide will tell you stories of the art of the Vatican Museum, legends and mysteries behind the works and the genius of the Renaissance masters. Upon arrival, you will skip the line to enter the Vatican Museum complex that comprises galleries full of ancient artifacts. Privately enter the Hall of the Animals, the Vatican's "Stone Zoo". Stroll through the Gallery of Statues before entering The Cabinet of the Masks, which is a room containing sculptures and mosaics and offering a view of the city. Your guide will show you the most noteworthy pieces of art.
See the secrets underneath Rome’s historic streets. Your tour begins with your walking guide at the Roman Houses on the Celio Hill, where you will see their frescoes and learn what life was like 2,000 years ago in one of Rome’s richest neighborhoods. Twenty rooms are preserved under the fourth-century church of St. John & St. Paul. Continue to the Basilica of San Clemente, an early Christian basilica near to the Colosseum and erected in honor of Pope St.Clement. You will walk through layers of history and discover mosaics, frescoes and even a temple erected in honor of The Roman God Mitra.
