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Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Rome with our "Vicus Caprarius & The Fountains of Rome Walking Tour". This unique experience will take you to some of the most iconic fountains in the Eternal City, while revealing the hidden history of the City of Water at the fascinating Vicus Caprarius.
Vicus Caprarius is an ancient underground site where water once flowed through the heart of Rome. Visit Fontana del Tirreno and Fontana delle Tartarughe, each with its own intriguing backstory, before marveling at the majestic Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi in Piazza Navona, one of the most stunning fountains in the world.
No trip to Rome would be complete without the world-famous Fontana di Trevi.
This walking tour is perfect for those seeking a deeper connection with Rome’s rich history and culture. Book your spot today for an unforgettable exploration of Rome’s fountains, hidden gems, and timeless beauty!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From the Metro station Colosseo, turn right on Via del Fori Imperiali and go straight to the first traffic light, then turn right on Via Cavour and turn left on the 2nd street, Via del Cardello. You will find the meeting point on Via del Cardello, 31.
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Itinerary
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1Piazza Venezia
Our first stop will be Piazza Venezia. In this famous square you will discover a giant monument called “Altare della Patria”, started in 1885 and finished in 1911 by Gaetano Koch, Manfredo Manfredi and Pio Piacentini.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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We will stop to admire the fantastic fountains of the Tyrrhenian and the Adriatic, created together with Sacconi who was the designer of the Altare della Patria. The fountains are perfectly symmetrical and represent the two great seas that embrace Italy: the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Adriatic Sea.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Continuing with our tour, we will find the Turtle Fountain. This fountain was built between 1581 and 1588 on a project by Giacomo della Porta. The peculiarity of this fountain is the presence of four turtles (hence the name) in bronze, playing with some dolphins, which are placed on the shell-shaped tanks.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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We will arrive at Piazza Navona, one of the most beautiful squares in Rome. The square is, above all, famous for the presence of three fountains of which the most important is the Fountain of the four rivers designed by Bernini and built between 1648 and 1651. The name of the fountain comes from its meaning. The fountain of the four rivers represents the four most important rivers: the Danube, the river Plate, the Nile, and finally the Ganges.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Trevi Fountain
The next stop will be the very famous Trevi fountain, perhaps the most famous fountain in the world. This fountain was inaugurated in 1762 and it is closely connected to the Acqua Vergine aqueduct. The creation of the fountain is due to Pope Clement XII, who organized a contest for the design of the fountain. The winner was the architect Nicola Salvi.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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The last but not least important stop is the Vicus Caprarius or the city of water, an underground aqueduct, located under the Trevi Fountain. It was discovered in 1999 in the basement of a cinema. Inside, a water tank connected to the Vergine aqueduct is visible.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- On this tour, some of the venues or parts of the venue may be subject to last-minute, unpredictable closures. When this occurs, we are happy to offer customers an extended tour in keeping with the advertised total length of the tour.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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