Temple of Venus and Roma tours, things to do and tickets

The Pantheon is inseparably tied to Rome, and no visit to the city would be complete without a visit to this impressive monument. The beauty of the Pantheon is undeniable. French writer Stendahl even described it as “the most beautiful relic of ancient Rome, a temple so well preserved that it appears as the Romans must have seen it in their times.” Explore the historic structure on a Pantheon walking tour, available in four languages. Admire the largest unsupported dome in the world and explore the famous Raphael’s tomb.

Learn how a Roman temple became the last resting place for artists and royalty. Admire the impressive dome and its oculus and explore the famous tombs. Explore the history and lesser-known facts about the best-preserved monument from Ancient Rome on a one-hour guided tour of the Pantheon. Learn how the basilica has represented the expression of the glory of Rome for over 2,000 years.

Discover one of the best-preserved monuments of ancient Rome on a guided tour of the Pantheon. Learn about mythology and marvel at the temple's architecture as you explore with your guide.

Do not miss a fun, interactive and educational 2.5 hour private tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum in Rome led by a specialized and top rated kid-friendly guide.

This tour takes you and your family through the highlights of the ancient city of Rome.

You will visit the interior of the Colosseum skipping all the lines and the Roman Forum with the Arch of Titus, the Senate House, Julius Caesar Temple and much more!

Among all of the tours given in Rome, this one is perhaps the favorite tour for most kids.

This tour is outdoors, the itinerary and stories are exciting and they will play games, treasure hunts, trivia and any other activity that will be tailored on your family interests and needs! The whole family will have lot of fun while learning about the history of Ancient Rome.

Book now and do not miss such a top rated experience!

A visit that will allow participants to approach the Pantheon with an "almost technical" awareness.
Santa Maria ad Martyres, the ancient Christian basilica consecrated to the martyr saints dead in the glory of their faith, the grandiose monument to the power of Rome, the plant built at the time of Augustus by his faithful general and servant friend Agrippa raised to a temple thanks to will of the emperor Hadrian, transformed into a church in the centuries following the Roman Empire, custodian, still today of the remains of men and women who participated in the cultural and political formation of Italy, will reveal part of its ancient secrets to eyes now more aware finally able to read what are the real roads that forces travel through what is apparently only a heavy and massive perimeter wall

Experience the Colosseum through the eyes of a gladiator when you tour the arena before walking the streets of the Roman Forum in the footsteps of senators and emperors. When you have a licensed and friendly guide you will be sure to make the most of your visit to Ancient Rome. You'll be led around the Colosseum to all of the best vantage points for views, photos and living historical explanations of the arena. You will also enter into the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, the oldest parts of Rome where the Republic and Empire were established. Walk on original ancient roads, as well as within temple complexes and emperors' palaces. When you have a small group you feel like you've expanded your family and friends to make this an even better experience. Plus you get to ask as many questions of your professional guide as you wish without being overlooked or lost in a massive group.

Walk in the footsteps of Roman emperors and citizens on a 2h 30min tour of Ancient Rome, with your reserved entrance: your experience will start with the Roman Forum and will end with the Colosseum. Walk along the Via sacra and immerse yourself in Roman history. The main path through the Roman Forum, the Via Sacra once sparkled with festivals and triumphal processions. End at the Temple, which houses the altar where Julius Caesar was cremated. Visitors from around the world still leave flowers and candles at the site to this day.

Before reaching the Colosseum, you can have a general overview of the Palatine Hill where legend has it Romulus founded the city of Rome. The hill looks down over the Roman Forum and the Circus Maximus chariot-racing circuit.

Once inside the Colosseum, your expert guide will teach you about the amphitheatre's bloody past, with tales of gladiators, mock sea battles, and executions.

Discover with us the oldest European public collection of antiquities created by Pope Sixtus IV at the end of the XV century!
At the beginning or at the end of your holiday, this Museum will help you to make all the pieces of the old roman history fit together and you can't miss the incredible view over the Roman Rorum from the Museum.

Some of the masterpieces of the Museum:
• Capitoline Square
• Main Courtyard (Colossus of Constantine)
• Main Staircase (panels of Marcus Aurelius and Hadrian)
• Room of Orazi and Curiazi & Room of the Captains (XVI Century frescoes, Bernini's and Algardi's masterpieces)
• Ancient Roman bronze sculptures
• Room of the She Wolf
• Medusa's Head (Bernini)
• Marcus Aurelius Exedra
• Archaeological Ruins of the ancient Capitoline Temple of Juppiter
• Collection of the Roman Horti (monumental gardens of noblemen)
• Tabularium (Roman Forum view)
• Low courtyard of the New Palace (Marforio Fountain)

Join us on this exclusive Rome tour in the Fascinating underground tunnels of the Colosseum, where gladiators and animals were waiting for their turn to fight. Marvel at ancient stage machinery capable of amazing special effects, mechanical elevators centuries ahead of their time, trapdoors and an incredibly complex system of underground tunnels below the arena that made the Colosseum's spectacles possible. With your private guide, you will discover who the Gladiators were, how they fought, how the crowds cheered them on and why the games were so popular during the Roman Empire. Admire the Arena (which in Latin means sand and originally that is what covered the stage) above the Colosseum Underground to experience the drama of the Gladiators. In the Forum, you will learn about the plot against Julius Caesar and the temple dedicated to him in front of the piazza where Mark Anthony gave his eulogy. Let us guide you to the Palatine Hill to enjoy the breath-taking views of the Eternal City.

A visit of the 12th century Basilica of San Clemente reveals a gleaming gold mosaic above the central apse. St. Clement's transformed over centuries from a private home that was the site of a secret Christian worship in the first century to an imposing basilica. What laid beneath the Basilica was unknown until 1860, when flooding led an Irish Dominican Roman Catholic priest and archaeologist into the levels beneath the basilica floor.

Excavations are ongoing. Today, you can descend up to 100 feet underground over three levels. At the first level we will find a 4th century Basilica, long forgotten after the construction of the 12th century Basilica above. Underneath, find the remains of an ancient pagan Mitraic temple. Lower still, ruins of ancient Roman homes.

Through this experience we will explore the history of the best-preserved monument from Ancient Rome. Founded in 25 BC.

We will learn why the Pantheon was the most important Temple.

We will walk through the Egyptian Corinthian columns and step on the ancient original marble floor.

We will comment together why it inspired Raphael?

Last but not the least, we will dicover together the engineering secrets of this Roman Wonder.

- Not allowed: Shorts, Short skirts & Sleeveless shirts

Note:
I will buy the tickets for you in advance, however the tour's price doesn't include the tickets fee, which you should bring the day we meet:
Older than 25 years old: €5
18-15 years old: €3
Under 18 years old: Free

We are the only Pantheon Private tour in Rome that starts anytime that suits you from 9.00am - 5.00pm, and to maintain the quality you would expect to visit the best preserved Roman Temple in the world, we limit our Private group size to 6 people. This is a unique way to share a moment with us and discover the formal and informal beauties of this part of the historical centre. In the heart of the city you can easily move on to many great sites by foot and your guide will be happy to share information about other tours and tricks of the city that combines many layers of history and mystery. We either go straight inside, discuss it's structure, origin, myths and Emperors. The Pantheon is the temple to all the Gods.

Swap the big city bustle for medieval small-town charms on this private day trip from Rome to Assisi. In the company of your very own  knowledgeable English-speaking driver, travel through the Umbrian hills to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Assisi. See the Church of Santa Chiara, the birthplace and childhood home of St Francis of Assisi, as well as the town hall square and the Roman Temple of Minerva. After lunch (own expense), visit the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli.

Whether you are a first-time visitor or a long-time resident of Rome, this tour is sure to leave you with a lasting impression of the city's beauty and charm. We will start our walking tour of this beautiful and historic city from Piazza Venezia, one of the most famous squares in Rome. This large square is home to a number of historic buildings, including the famous Vittorio Emanuele monument.
We will then continue our tour to the Jewish Ghetto, a small area of the city that dates back to the 16th century.
After that, we will take a walk to Campo de Fiori, a square in the heart of Rome. This square is famous for its vibrant street market, where you can explore the many stalls and pick up some souvenirs.
We will then head over to Piazza Navona, to the Pantheon, and to Hadrian's Temple.
You will finish your tour at the Trevi Fountain, the iconic Baroque masterpiece and one of the most famous fountains in the world.

In the company of a private guide you will visit the “must-see” sights and ancient wonders of Rome. The tour includes visits to the Colosseum (outside and inside) and  the Roman Forum. Marvel at monuments such as the Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, Il Vittoriano, Piazza Venezia and ancient temple of the Pantheon and much more.

Skip the line and explore the Vatican City to admire its wonderful Galleries, the breathtaking Sistine Chapel and the amazing St. Peter’s Basilica. This tour is perfect if you have a short time in Rome and want to make the best of it.

 

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See Rome in a unique way from the back of my original Vespa. This experience can show you the Eternal City like never before.

No traffic, just fun on this panoramic ride through the main highlights in Rome. We are a team of friends in love with vintage vespas and we will share our passion with you!

Join my friend and me for a unique tour where you will see the most and the best of Rome.

On a fun panoramic ride on the back of our Vespa, you can see the main highlights of Rome without losing time waiting for public transport.

Imagine riding by the Colosseum, Vatican, the Temple of Venus and much much more.

This is the best way to experience everything the 'Eternal City' has to offer.

On our way around the city, we can make a stop at one of the best places for gelato & Roman street food, if you wish to!

We have guides who are entertaining.
We visit the newly opened Museum in the Forum which has the skeletal remains from 3000 BC & the interiors of the Temple of Venus.
We expensively tour the Palatine Hill where the Roman Emperors lived.
We use visual aids to help you visualize the past.
We tour the Colosseum and its first tier for an hour, showcasing the engineering, history, politics behinds the one of the 7th wonder of the world.
Many times, we tour for more than 3 hours there, for me want to make your 1st trip memorable.

Explore the best of the Eternal City assisted by a professional tour guide into the Colosseum and also the Ancient City - Palatine Hill & The Roman Forum.

Learn more about the greatest empire of all times, the advanced construction techniques used by the Roman engineers to build the Flavian Amphitheatre in less than a decade almost 2000 years ago and relive the ancient gladiatorial fights through the anecdotes provided by our expert speaking friendly guides.

Discover the Palatine Hill where, according to the legend, Romulus and Romulus the twin brothers raised by the legendary she-wolf and get the best panoramic bird-eye view over Ancient Rome from the top of Palatine Hill.

It is highly recommended to visit also the Roman Forum. Among the many attractions that can be seen by visiting the Forum, we enumerate just a few: The Temple of Julius Caesar, Arch of Titus, The Senate House & many other magnificent temples & ruins waiting to be explored.

Take a fascinating journey through an underground pagan temple and four impressive churches to understand the very early stages of Christianity. See original relics from the Crucifixion of Christ and soil from the Holy Land.

Experience the Colosseum through the eyes of a gladiator by entering the ancient arena and walking the streets of the Roman Forum in the footsteps of senators and emperors. When you have a licensed and friendly guide all to yourself, you will be sure to make the most of your visit to Ancient Rome. You'll be led around the Colosseum to all of the best vantage points for views, photos and living historical explanations of the arena. You will also enter into the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, the oldest parts of Rome where the Republic and Empire were established. Walk on original ancient roads, as well as within temple complexes and emperors' palaces. When you have a small group you feel like you've expanded your family and friends to make this an even better experience. Plus you get to ask as many questions of your professional guide as you wish without being overlooked or lost in a massive group.

First, we’ll explore the second level of the Colosseum before going down to the first level near the arena. After some great photo ops at each, we will make our way towards the top of Palatine Hill –

Other sites include: the House of Julius Caesar, the Temple of Antonius and Faustina, the Temple of Vesta, The Roman Senate House, in the history of western civilization (Basilica Costantino/Maxentius, Basilica Julia, Basilica Emilia, Basilica San Lorenzo in Miranda,

This walking tour around Ancient Rome ends at the Tomb of Julius Caesar, where he was laid to rest.

Skip-the-line tickets to the Colosseum, Ancient Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Walking tour of each destination (total duration of 160 minutes)
Headsets
Opportunity to stay inside the Roman Forum and wander around until closing (around 7pm)