Ultimate Underground Tour in Rome
Description
Embark on a captivating journey through time as we unveil the mysterious underground world of Rome, showcasing the remarkable shrines, dwellings and palaces of the ancient Romans. Our immersive tour, spanning approximately 2.5 hours, will take you to some of the most awe-inspiring locations beneath the bustling streets of modern-day Rome. Our tour guide Justin Lone is a theologian and historian acquired his degree at the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas. His passion for Roman history will come to the fore as he regales you with captivating tales, historical anecdotes, and lesser-known facts about the underground world of Rome. His expertise will bring the ancient ruins to life, allowing you to truly immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of this legendary city.
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Step back in time as we venture into ancient Roman dwellings. These exceptionally preserved homes offer a unique glimpse into the daily lives of the Romans, complete with their intricate frescoes, elegant mosaics, and beautifully adorned rooms. Marvel at the skillful craftsmanship and architectural wonders that have withstood the test of time.
Descend even further into the depths of Rome as we explore the fascinating layers of history within Basilica di San Clemente . Uncover the secrets of this extraordinary place, where a 12th-century basilica was built on top of a 4th-century church, which, in turn, was constructed upon an ancient Roman house. As you go further underground, the exotic Persian cult of Mithras, and the mysteries of Roman religion before Christianity will reveal themselves. Witness the captivating fusion of different architectural styles and religious traditions that converge in this remarkable site.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(16)
From beginning to end, we were impressed with the stories about the ancient life found underground. Justin clearly has extensive study of Rome and her history. It was an absolute pleasure to share the morning with him. (and get away from the crowds!)
My wife and I loved this tour! Justin is very knowledgeable, it’s clear he has a passion for the history and culture of Rome. The pace was perfect to absorb all the history he discussed of the various places and things we toured. Highly recommend, exceeded expectations.
Very informative and unique tour. Learned a lot of detail about the history of Rome and the way the Roman's lived and viewed the world.
What an informative tour - fascinating history that really expanded my understanding. Justin was very knowledgeable and open to any questions. As a bonus it was a little cooler underground.
Our guide was exceptionally informative and brought the stories to life. He was excellent with involving our 9 yr old daughter. Our favorite part of our trip so far!
Justin was an absolutely amazing guide as he took us on a journey through time in Ancient Rome. His knowledge was incredible and his ability to share it was outstanding! Obviously, throughly enjoyed this very special tour and highly recommend it to anyone!
Justin is an exceptional guide. He is extremely knowledgeable about ancient Roman history and how it impacted societal norms and practices. His delivery is very engaging giving you a wonderful perspective of ancient Roman life without it ever seeming like a history lesson. He makes it so interesting that you don’t even realize that you are, in fact, getting a history lesson. Thé tour is fascinating. Well worth it.
We loved our Tour with Justin! He is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about sharing interesting facts and history. We really felt like we experienced the history and came away with new understandings of the complex interplay of cultures. We would strongly recommend this tour and Justin. It was also a wonderful opportunity to get away from the crowds.
The Ultimate Underground Tour with Justin is tremendous. The depth of knowledge he has to share, along with his humorous anecdotes, completely immerses you in the vast varied history of Rome through the lens of two particular locations - the Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo and the Basilica of San Clemente. If you are looking for a tour that feels exclusive, keeping one from feeling like just another numbered tourist, then you have found your guide and experience. We can only hope he adds more excursions to his offerings.
We are Dave and Kim from the UK, and we booked the Ultimate Underground Tour before arriving in Rome. From start to finish the whole booking and starting the tour was faultless. Justin our tour guide contacted us the night before the tour to confirm meeting location and start time, and when we arrived he text us to let us know where he was. The tour itself was fantastic and took us back in time hundreds of years. Justin’s expert knowledge and enthusiasm was evident throughout the whole tour, which brought the who experience to life. We would both highly recommend the tour as having Justin as a guide is so much better than trying to glean the information on all the underground buildings and artefact’s for yourself. Thank you again Justin, and good luck in the future. Kind regards Dave and Kim.