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Rome: Trevi Fountain and Underground Guided Tour

1. Rome: Trevi Fountain and Underground Guided Tour

Meet your expert local guide set off on this guided walking tour and discover the mystery of the Trevi fountain, there is more to it than just the a throw of a coin. Learn about its fascinating history and discover the mythological figures that take shape gracefully out of the raw stone below. Immerse yourself in the newly uncovered archeological site underground. Find the only functioning ancient aqueduct which still supplies water to the fountain above, and visit the remains of an imperial Domus. Travel back in time and touch the millenary stratification beneath the streets of Rome.

Trevi District Underground: Aqueduct and Domus Guided Tour

2. Trevi District Underground: Aqueduct and Domus Guided Tour

Discover what lies beneath the Trevi District on a 45-minute guided tour through its underground passages. Roam through the three sections of the antiquarian and learn why this archaeological area is called the "City of Water." Start by making a wish at the iconic Trevi Fountain, the largest Baroque fountain in the city. Next, venture underground to marvel at ruins that date all the way back to Ancient Rome. This history comes to life with the help of a professional guide, who will explain the story behind the Vicus Caprarius archaeological area. See how the water that flows from the Trevi Fountain filters through the ancient masonry of the archaeological area, continuing to supply the pipes and the pools of the luxurious Domus residence. Learn about the findings discovered during excavation, including precious polychrome marble coverings, the famous head of Alessandro Helios, a treasure trove of 800 coins, and the spatheia, special African amphorae for transporting oil.

Immersive Underground and Piazzas Tour in Rome

3. Immersive Underground and Piazzas Tour in Rome

Immerse yourself in the city's history starting from Piazza Navona, one of the most charming and popular squares in Rome. The most beautiful parts of Piazza Navona are its three fountains, designed during the papacy of Gregory XIII. Erected in the center of Piazza Navona, the Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi was designed by Bernini in 1651. After a look over Piazza Navona, you'll enter into the subterranean world beneath the streets of this square which is built over the site of the Stadium of Domitian. The stadium was used almost entirely for athletic contests, and for a brief period following fire-damage to the Colosseum in 217 A.D., it was used for gladiator shows. From the Stadium of Domitian you will go back on the street to move onward to the Pantheon. According to Roman legend, this is the place where at his death, the founder of Rome, Romulus, was seized by an eagle and taken off into the skies with the gods. From the Pantheon to the Secret Bath of Neptune you will have just the time to take a breath before entering into the Basilica of Neptune, built in Rome by Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa in honor of Neptune. Next, travel to the Trevi Fountain and throw a coin in the water, adhering to tradition. Following the fountain, you'll enter into the subterranean world of Vicus Caprarius, also known as the City of Water. In this underground archaeological area of Vicus Caprarius you will find an intricate labyrinth of ancient remains: the remains of a domus of the imperial era; the castellum aquae of the Aqua Virgo aqueduct.

Rome: Trevi Fountain and Navona Square Underground Tour

4. Rome: Trevi Fountain and Navona Square Underground Tour

Experience the true beauty of Rome’s squares and discover what lies hidden in the city’s underground world on a walking tour with a local guide. Make a wish as the Trevi Fountain, then descend below street level to the Stadium of Domitian and learn about ancient artifacts. After meeting your guide in Spagna Square, start your tour in front of one of Rome's most famous fountains, Bernini's Barcaccia Fountain. Reach the city’s iconic Trevi Fountain, and choose to make a wish by throwing a coin into it. Travel to the hidden part of Trevi Fountain, passing through the domus aqueduct. Go underground to learn the story behind the Vicus Caprarius (City of Water) archaeological area to see how the water that flows from the Trevi Fountain filters through the ancient masonry. Explore findings discovered during the excavation, including amphorae (ancient Roman jars) and coins, before heading back outside to Rotonda Square to see the Pantheon. Continue to Navona Square, where you can see the famous Quattro Fiumi Fountain (Fountain of the Four Rivers). This square also has a hidden treasure: the Stadium of Domitian. Explore it by descending 5 meters below street level. Learn about the development of the site into the current square and the evolution of ancient Roman sports. Round off the tour by admiring artifacts from the days of the Roman Empire found during archaeological excavations.

Rome: Piazza Navona and Trevi District Underground Pass

5. Rome: Piazza Navona and Trevi District Underground Pass

Discover what lies beneath Rome with a combo pass to the Stadium of Domitian at Piazza Navona Underground and the Trevi District Underground. Learn about two important archaeological sites that showcase the architectural wonders of Ancient Rome.  Begin your tour by descending 5 meters below street level to explore the former Stadium of Domitian at Piazza Navona. Receive an audio guide that will provide commentary as you walk through the ruins. Learn about the travertine blocks, brickwork, and marble columns of the main entrances of this sporting center. See a selection of unpublished photographs, 3D reconstructions, videos, and informative panels that tell the story of the Stadium of Domitian. Learn about the development of the site into its current piazza, as well as the evolution of Roman sports. Continue by visiting the underground passages of the Trevi District. Explore this intricate maze of ancient vestiges and the archaeological site of Vicus Caprarius, also known as the City of Water. Touch some of the historic foundations of ancient Roman buildings.

Rome: City Center Hidden Highlights Guided Walking Tour

6. Rome: City Center Hidden Highlights Guided Walking Tour

- Explore the heart of Rome on a guided walking tour. See top attractions like the Piazza Navona square, the Trevi Fountain, and the Pantheon. Admire an old aqueduct at the Vicus Caprarius museum and see the Stadium of Domitian. - Meet your guide at fountain of Bernini in Piazza Navona and begin your guided tour through the center of Rome. Listen as your guide tells you an introduction and points out highlights in the square. - Hear your guide clearly with the provided headsets. - Continue to the stadium of the emperor Domitian where you can see this ancient athletic venue which seated 15,000-20,000 viewers. Make your way to the well-preserved Pantheon which was once a Roman temple before being converted to a Catholic church. -Travel to the Saint Ignazio church to admire its stunning 3D frescos. Stroll to the Baroque Trevi fountain. Visit the underground excavations of the old aqueduct and the water city of Rome at the Vicus Caprarius museum. Finish your tour at La Rinascente. 

Rome: 3-Hour Highlights and Underground Guided Walking Tour

7. Rome: 3-Hour Highlights and Underground Guided Walking Tour

Discover the most important landmarks in Rome on a walking tour with a professional art historian and local guide. Begin at the Spanish Steps and make your way to Trevi Fountain and the ruins of Vicus Caprarius which lie beneath. Learn about art and history as you explore Rome's famous 2,000-year-old temples including the Pantheon. Your guide will take you underground so you can see what life was like for some of Rome's oldest inhabitants. Browse artisan shops along the way to Piazza Navona, and admire Bernini's and Borromini's masterpieces including the Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, then head underground to see the remains of the ancient Stadium of Domitian. End your tour in Campo de Fiori square, a stone's throw from Trastevere, where you can unwind in authentic wineries and tavernas or enjoy some of the best nightlife in the city.

Rome: The Secret Undergrounds Tour

8. Rome: The Secret Undergrounds Tour

Go off the beaten path on this tour that explores Rome underground. Visit the Vicus Caprarius, Roman insula under the Trevi Fountain, and the Stadium of Domitian under Piazza Navona. This tour is perfect for people who have seen the usual sites of Rome and want to try something unique. Everyone knows the famous Trevi Fountain, but less know of the underground passages that stretch beneath the Trevi district. Explore an intricate maze of ancient vestiges dating back to Roman times that are waiting to be rediscovered. Visit the underground archaeological areas of Vicus Caprarius, the City of Water, that consist of the structures of an imperial domus, the castellum aquae of the Virgin aqueduct, and a small museum filled with Roman artefacts. Follow the path of the ancient aqueduct of Aqua Virgo. Learn its history, how it worked, and find its remnants hidden in the modern city. Spot a secret stretch with a hidden door and the well-preserved pat under a flashy shopping mall. Continue the tour to the Stadium of Domitian and descend underneath the busy Piazza Navona (Navona Square) to discover its secret underside away from the crowds.

Rome: Fountains and Squares Guided Walking Tour

9. Rome: Fountains and Squares Guided Walking Tour

Meet your guide and fellow travelers at Piazza del Popolo, home to the Fontana dei Leoni. From here, follow your guide along one of the city’s typical narrow streets to reach Piazza di Spagna, famous for its boutiques and high-end stores. Listen to your guide share fascinating stories about the origins of the street, and the impressive fountain you’ll see along the way. Arrive at the famous Spanish Steps and admire the beauty of the Bernini's Barcaccia Fountain. Continue onto the Trevi Fountain, passing by the ruins of the Aqueduct of the Acqua Vergine which dates back to the 1st century B.C. At the fountain, toss a coin in and learn how water put the Ancient Romans so far ahead of other civilizations at the time. Visit the Virus Caprarius next, also known as the City of Water, an imperial structure used as a passageway for the Acqua Vergine. Find out about how the Ancient Roman waterways ran underground, making them masterminds of urban life. By the end of the tour, you’ll have a better understanding of life during the Ancient Roman era, and plenty of sightseeing photographs for your vacation album.

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This was a great tour of the underground aqueduct. Marie Angela was very informative and a pleasure to listen to. Fun and quick tour that ends at the Trevi Fountain.

A great guide for a new discovery of Roman history. Trevi fountain great to experience with our new knowledge.

Very interesting tour of a less known engineering marvel by the ancient Romans. Recommend.

Enjoyed a lot finding out about history of Rome and some facts about roman empire

A tour of just over an hour with the fountain but also the ancient connections.