- Category
- Audio Guides
- Duration
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- Product Type
- Audio Guide
- Venues
- Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Audio Guide Details
Photos & Highlights
Audio Guide Description
The Roman Forum is a treasure trove filled with triumphal arches, temples, and basilicas from Ancient Rome. On this walking tour with Context Travel expert Livia Galante – a PhD archaeologist and expert guide – you‘ll see these impressive sites from a whole new perspective, and learn about the history of the central marketplace where ancient Romans went about their daily business.
Starting at Campidoglio, the square designed by Michelangelo, you‘ll enter the Forum and make your way to the Temple of Venus and Rome. There, you‘ll see the iconic Colosseum from a hidden spot that most tourists miss. You‘ll walk up Palatine Hill, one of the city’s founding sites, which goes all the way back to Emperor Romulus in 753 BC. You‘ll see Flavian Palace and enjoy breathtaking views from Terrazza Belvedere del Palatino observation deck before making your way back to the Arch of Titus, where our tour ends.
On this 90-minute Roman Forum audio tour, you‘ll have a chance to:
• Hear the legend of the twins Romulus and Remus
• Spot several prominent arches, including the Arch of Titus and Septimius Severus Arch
• See the burial place of Giacomo Boni, an architect who scientifically surveyed the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill in the 1800s
• Stroll past several ancient temples and their remains, including the Temple of Castor and Pollux, Temple of Vesta, Temple of Minerva, and the Antoninus and Faustina Temple
• Gaze upon the still-impressive Basilica di Santa Francesca Romana, and the site where Basilica Giulia once stood
• Take in the remnants of aristocrats‘ and emperors‘ homes on Palatine Hill
By the end of this tour, you‘ll come away with a deeper knowledge of one of history‘s most pivotal empires, and the many historical figures who once walked the streets of Rome.
Meet Your Expert
Livia obtained a degree in Archaeology at the Sapienza University of Rome and has a Master's degree in the History and Conservation of Cultural Heritage from the University of Roma Tre. Her main field of interest is ancient Roman topography and early Christian architecture; however, she is an accomplished scholar whose teaching ability extends to the Renaissance and Baroque Rome. As a native Roman, Livia is very enthusiastic in sharing the deep love and knowledge she has for her hometown with clients.
Does the audio guide include tickets to the Forum?
No, your purchase only includes the audio guide. Please book your entrance tickets directly from the venue here.
How do I access the audio guide?
How do I access the audio guide?
Once you complete your purchase, you will receive an email with a link to stream the audio guide on the Context Travel website. You can also access your past purchases anytime under My Orders. Please ensure you are logged into your account to open the streaming page.
Is closed captioning (i.e. subtitles) available?
Yes! All of our audio guides have the option to turn on closed captioning should you have difficulty hearing the expert.
How long does each event last?
Our recorded audio guides typically run for 75 minutes.
How can I share this audio guide with friends or family?
You are welcome to watch together with friends or family but each person viewing on their own device will need to purchase the audio guide individually.
How long does my access to the audio guide last?
Once you purchase a audio guide, you are welcome to listen it as many times as you like and your access does not expire.
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
Sales for recorded audio guides are final upon purchase. Please contact us at digital@contexttravel.com if you have any questions or concerns about your purchase.
Can I purchase a gift card for a friend who is traveling?
Absolutely! Gift cards can be purchased here. Gift cards are good for 365 days from the date of purchase.
