Alluring Rome: Trevi Fountain Underground, Navona, Pantheon

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  Nine meters below the bustling streets, uncover an ancient labyrinth that reveals the remains of 1st-century Roman houses. Marvel at intricately preserved walls, mosaics, and sculptures, offering a glimpse into the luxurious lives of imperial Rome's elite. Your guide will unveil the secrets of the Aqua Virgo aqueduct, constructed in 19 BC by Agrippa under Emperor Augustus, which still feeds the Trevi Fountain today. This underground journey highlights Rome’s ingenious hydraulic systems, artifacts from daily life, and the enduring connection between past and present.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 2
  Trevi Fountain

  Admire in the historical center of Rome one of the most famous fountains in the world, as well as one of its iconic symbols. You will also have the opportunity to throw a coin in the fountain to respect the tradition.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3

  Continue to Piazza Colonna, named for the Column of Marcus Aurelius at its center. This triumphal column, dating to the late 2nd century AD, recounts the emperor’s military victories through intricately carved reliefs spiraling up its shaft. Your guide will share stories of Rome’s imperial power and the column’s role in shaping the city’s cultural identity.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4

  Continue to the Church of Saint Ignatius of Loyola, a masterpiece of Baroque art and illusion. Step inside to admire the breathtaking frescoes by Andrea Pozzo, which create the illusion of a soaring dome and a heavenly vision that seems to open the ceiling to the skies. Your guide will reveal the ingenious techniques behind these optical effects and share stories of the Jesuit order’s influence on Rome’s religious and artistic life.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Piazza Navona

  Conclude your tour at Piazza Navona, a vibrant square built on the site of Domitian’s Stadium, once used for athletic contests in the 1st century AD. Admire Bernini’s Fountain of the Four Rivers, a Baroque masterpiece representing the four great rivers of the known world, and explore the square’s lively atmosphere, surrounded by historic palaces and churches.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Pantheon

  Emerging from the underground, walk to the Pantheon, an unparalleled example of ancient Roman architecture. Built by Emperor Hadrian around 126 AD, this temple-turned-church boasts the world’s largest unreinforced concrete dome. Stand in awe under the oculus, the open center of the dome, and learn how its design embodies Rome’s innovative engineering and spiritual symbolism.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Not recommendend for people with limited mobility

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