Tour Details
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Product Type
- Tour
- Venues
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- Vicus Caprarius
- Rinascente Tritone
- Stadium of Domitian
Photos & Highlights
- Join an engaging, local expert at the top of their field as you explore the subterranean depths of Rome
- Intimate private tour for just you and your party
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Tour Description
Delve into Rome's captivating depths and uncover its hidden treasures on this extraordinary tour led by an expert archaeologist. Together with your guide, you'll embark on a subterranean odyssey through sewers, crypts, and buried temples, piecing together an enthralling narrative of urban layering and the enduring legacy of the ancient Roman world.
Begin your journey with a descent into the Vicus Caprarius, a newly excavated site that unveils the remnants of Roman apartments nestled beneath a modern cinema near the iconic Trevi Fountain; a poignant reminder of the city's rich and enduring history. You'll learn about the challenges and rewards of urban archaeology and gain a deeper appreciation for the meticulous work that brings the past to light.Your tour also includes a stop at the chic Rinascente department store where within its basement lies the Aqua Virgo aqueduct, a remarkable feat of engineering inaugurated by Augustus in 19 BC. Marvel at the ingenuity of the ancient Romans as you trace the path of this vital water source.
Your guide will accompany you to the subterranean world of vibrant Piazza Navona. As you descend into its underground levels, you'll encounter the Stadium of Domitian, once a grand arena that hosted gladiatorial contests and chariot races where you'll feel the echoes of the past and visualize the electrifying atmosphere that once filled this ancient venue.
Your guide will accompany you to the subterranean world of vibrant Piazza Navona. As you descend into its underground levels, you'll encounter the Stadium of Domitian, once a grand arena that hosted gladiatorial contests and chariot races where you'll feel the echoes of the past and visualize the electrifying atmosphere that once filled this ancient venue.
Throughout this captivating tour, you'll discover how Rome's ancient structures have been preserved and integrated into the contemporary urban fabric, creating a captivating tapestry of history and modernity.
- You're a history lover looking to explore ancient ruins and historical landmarks
- You crave an elevated experience with a guide who has advanced academic knowledge
- You want to enrich your remaining stay in the Eternal City
- Vicus Caprarius – excavated underground space showing ancient Roman apartments situated near the Trevi Fountain.
- Rinascente Tritone – modern department store housing the ancient Aqua Virgo aqueduct in its basement.
- Stadium of Domitian – ancient Roman stadium situated underground Piazza Navona.
Tickets
- Includes tickets to Vicus Caprarius and the Stadium of Domitian.
- Upon receiving your order, our team will secure a guide. Once the venue tickets are released, we will purchase them. Our team will be in touch with alternative options if we cannot secure tickets for the date and time you requested.
Resources
- Check out our upcoming online lectures which transport you back to Ancient Rome, accompanied by a leading Context Expert.
- Check out Cities of the Underworld on the History Channel; many of the guides who lead this walk were featured on this program.
Wheelchair accessibility
- This tour may be accessible for clients with limited mobility. Vicus Caprarius and Rinascente Tritone are wheelchair-accessible. Stadium of Domitian is not currently accessible as there are no ramps or elevators at the site and the terrain is uneven and difficult to navigate.
Service Dogs
- Service dogs are allowed if you have a medical certificate proving the need.
- For more information about Context Tours, please visit our FAQs.
Is this walk suitable for claustrophobic clients?
You do spend much of the tour underground, although you won't visit any site that is particularly narrow or small.
Will we visit the Basilica of San Silvestro in Capite?
No, this crypt is no longer part of this itinerary as it is closed for renovation work, your guide will adapt the itinerary accordingly.
You do spend much of the tour underground, although you won't visit any site that is particularly narrow or small.
Will we visit the Basilica of San Silvestro in Capite?
No, this crypt is no longer part of this itinerary as it is closed for renovation work, your guide will adapt the itinerary accordingly.
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422 Reviews
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We had a wonderful tour with Philip. A key planned element of the typical tour was not open so the tour did not end up being substantially 'underground.' With that said, Philip did a great job of adjusting and our time was well spent. Although and Englishman, Philip has been a Rome resident for decades and knows the city very well. As an archaeologist, his insights to the ancient remnants (spolia) that are still in use in the city were fascinating. The visit to the layers of history at Vicus Caparius was so interesting. This was the only 'underground' portion of the tour but possibly the segment that was closed would have taken us below street level. Philip's background is fascinating - he is an OG Context guide and very much an academic as well.
Steve
May. 11, 2024
Richard was an amazing tour guide. He took us on a multi century multilevel look at Rome and helped us place ourselves within the context of history and social organization. His wealth and depth of knowledge was outstanding, and he was patient and valued the questions we were asking. we couldn’t have asked for a better tour of Rome archeology. He made a special effort to walk us on paths to try to avoid some of the crowds which are an unfortunate byproduct of Rome’s status as a tourist destination.
Jacqueline
May. 7, 2024
Paolo was the best tour guide we have ever had! Even kept my teenage daughters interested!
Tamara
May. 1, 2024
