Squares of Rome Small Group Walking Tour

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Rome, Italy

3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 2 more

Immerse yourself in the squares of Rome. Experience the art and history in these public squares, that make Rome an open-air museum.

Highlights of the guided tour:

Visit the gardens of the "Castel Sant'Angelo".
On the way to the "Via del Corso", we will pass the "Supreme Court of Cassation", the "Museo dell'Ara Pacis" and the "Mausoleo of Augustus".
Followed by a visit to the impressive Basilica "Santi Ambrogio e Carlo al Corso", with the heart of St. Charles Borromeo.
Continued by the "Piazza del Popolo" and "Santa Maria del Popolo" with its masterpieces by Pinturicchio, Rafael, Bernini, Caravaggio and Carlo Fontana.
Followed by the romantic "Piazza di Spagna".
The church "Sant'Andrea delle Fratte" houses masterpieces by Bernini and Borromini.
Then we discover "San Lorenzo in Lucina" with the grate on which St. Lawrence was martyred.
Highlight is the Basilica "Sant'Ignazio di Loyola", the second most important church of the Jesuits, with impressive optical illusions.

What's Included

Entrance fee
Tour Guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
St. Angelo Bridge

On the side of Castel Sant'Angelo. Look for the angel with the lance at the begining of the bridge. Please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    An impressive building with the Goddes Justizia. Tours inside the building are not allowed.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Museo dell'Ara Pacis

    Museum that protects the Ara Pacis. Explanation will be given outside of the museum.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Mausoleo di Augusto

    Mausoleo made for the family of emperor Augustus. Can not be visited because of restaurations.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Basilica dei SS. Ambrogio e Carlo al Corso

    Basilica with the heart of Saint Charles Borromeo

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Chiesa di Santa Maria del Popolo

    Church surrounded by the legend of a ghost.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Piazza del Popolo

    Famous for it's symmetry

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Terrazza del Pincio

    A incredible view over the city

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Villa Borghese

    One of the most beautiful parks of the city.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Piazza Di Spagna

    Place with the famous spanish steps.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Spanish Steps

    Visit of the church Trinità dei Monti.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Basilica di Sant'Andrea delle Fratte

    Church containing the last sculptures from Bernini.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Basilica Parrochiale San Lorenzo in Lucina

    One of the first churches of rome. Contains relics of Saint Laurence.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Chiesa di Sant'Ignazio di Loyola

    The second most important church of the Jesuits, with most impressive optical illusions.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • To enter the Churches, shoulders, back and knees have to be covered.
Supplied by Treasures of Rome

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Tags

Half-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Religious Tours
Small Group

Cancellation Policy

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