Ancient Rome Tour with an Archaeologist - Small Group
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Ancient Rome Tour with an Archaeologist - Small Group is a 2.8-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $28 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 2.8 hours
- From
- $28 per person
A small group (up to 4 people) to make it more personalized and customized, a a pleasant walk and conversations, but with a lot of content. A journey to see how a hut village became a monumental city we still see a lot t
What you get
About this experience
A small group (up to 4 people) to make it more personalized and customized, a a pleasant walk and conversations, but with a lot of content. A journey to see how a hut village became a monumental city we still see a lot today and how it became an amazing center of art, architecture and power for over 2000 years. Also, how all this is still reflected in the City today, and with the help of archaeology and art history. We discuss a timeline of ancient Rome's history and walk to see the Roman Forum, the 5 Imperial Fora, the Colosseum (from the outside), the Campidoglio Square, Trajan's Column, the Theater of Marcellus, the Portico of Octavia, and we finish in the area of the Ghetto. Along the way we see and discuss many other monuments, buildings, sculptures, life and politics in ancient Rome, and the relationship with the city today.
What's included
Included
- Access to free-entrance archaeological areas. Not inside the Colosseum.
What you'll see and do
Colosseum
Our first stop is the Colosseum, explained and discussed from amazing points from which we can admire all the details and discuss it's history, function, construction techniques and many other details. We do not go inside, as this would take all the time of the tour. We can organize the tour to finish in this point and guests can go inside with all the explanation and information provided right before.
20 minutes here
Trajan's Forum
Among the Imperial Forums, the last and biggest one, hosting Trajan's Column, a marvel from Ancient Rome practically intact.
15 minutes here
Forum of Augustus
After the Colosseum, we will visit the complex of the Imperial Forums. All the 5 Forums: Forum of Caesar, Forum of Augustus, Forum Peace, Forum of Nerva and the Forum of Trajan. An amazing complex of monuments. Along the way we will see in detail the ruins, understand how they were built and why, and talk about characters of the Roman history and monuments, such basilicas, porticos, Trajan's Market, the Column of Trajan and museums aroud. After that we will follow to the Capitoline Hill. The offer here does not include going inside the monument or tickets for that.
30 minutes here
Roman Forum
On the way Campidoglio Square, the amazing square designed by Michelangelo, we stop in several terraces to see and discuss the Roman Forum, including Arches of Triumph, the Temples of Vesta, Castor and Pollux and Saturn, the Roman Senate House, Basilicas and much more. On the square, we admire the palaces designed by Michelangelo, the equestrian bronze sculpture of the emperor Marcus Aurelius and other Roman and Renaissance sculptures.
30 minutes here
One of the triumphal arches still standing in Rome. We will see along the way the arches of Septimius Severus, Constantine and Titus.
Pass by without stopping
Piazza del Campidoglio
One of the most beautiful squares in Rome, designed by Michelangelo, and with some of most outstanding sculptures from Ancient Rome.
15 minutes here
Teatro di Marcello
Our final point will the second theater constructed in Rome, the Theater of Marcellus. We will see how, when and why it was constructed. The curious relationship it has with the Colosseum and how it was used during the Roman times, later and still is used today. Here, we will also see the Temple of Apollo and the Porticus of Octavia, where we finish and I where I will give some final tips about the area, the Jewish Ghetto.
40 minutes here
Temples Of Apollo Sosiano And Bellona
Inside the archaeological area of the Theater of Marcellus and the Porticus of Octavia, we will see this temple, probably the second marble temple built in Ancient Rome.
Pass by without stopping
The Portico of Octavia
Right next to the Theater of Marcellus, an amazing archaeological area we walk through and inside. This is the ending stop (in the heart of the former Ghetto area).
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rome
The meeting is in front of the Church of Santa Maria ai Monti.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Tour ends at the Porticus of Octavia (archaeological area).
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Leonardo DC
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Ancient Rome Tour with an Archaeologist - Small Group. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Ancient Rome Brought to Life
Leonardo was an extremely knowledgeable guide who really made Ancient Rome come alive for us. After visiting the Colosseum the day before, I was kicking myself for not having done enough pre-reading to properly appreciate what I was seeing. By the end of our tour with Leonardo the following day, I felt he had given us what would have taken me a week of reading to absorb from books. An excellent guide and a genuinely worthwhile tour. Leonardo went out of his way and gave us insights and busted myths that really left an impression. Highly recommend.
via Viator
Excellent, friendly and knowledgeable historian/archeologist!
Leonardo was extremely knowledgeable and friendly! Truly educational and very interesting!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing! The best tour in Rome
Leonardo was the most incredible guide and his knowledge of Rome was unparalleled. His passion and explanations of what we saw, allowed us to really understand Rome in a linear way. He tied everything in and gave us incredible insights.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $28 to $46
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Ancient Rome Tour with an Archaeologist - Small Group: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does Ancient Rome Tour with an Archaeologist - Small Group cost?
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Prices start at $28 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rome usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Ancient Rome Tour with an Archaeologist - Small Group take?
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Plan for about 2.8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rome is not rushed.
Is Ancient Rome Tour with an Archaeologist - Small Group worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Ancient Rome Tour with an Archaeologist - Small Group?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Ancient Rome Tour with an Archaeologist - Small Group suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Ancient Rome Tour with an Archaeologist - Small Group?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rome can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rome and add a light layer if any part of the 2.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Ancient Rome Tour with an Archaeologist - Small Group start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rome within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rome?
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Rome runs on skip-the-line access. The Colosseum underground, the Vatican before opening, and the catacombs south of the walls all require a licensed operator, and the price gap between the good ones and the rest is smaller than you would expect. We rank by guide credentials, group size and how reliably the promised access actually materialises. On Outty we rank every Rome experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Class: Ravioli, Fettuccine & Fine Wine 5*, Pasta Making & Wine Tasting with Dinner in Frascati from Rome, Rome: Pizza & Tiramisu or Gelato Class with Flowing Fine Wine 5*. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
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April, May, September and October. August is hot and half the city is shut. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rome?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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