Top Rome Underground Tours

Venture beneath Rome’s streets and squares and discover the ancient underground treasures that most tourists never see with this unique underground tour. Discover the hidden ancient waterworks below the Trevi Fountain plus delve under Piazza Navona to marvel at the remains of the Stadium of Domitian, which once held up to 30,000 spectators and was the same long oval shape that the square above is today.

Discover the history that lies beneath Piazza Navona in Rome with this self-guided tour. Ideal for time-crunched travelers, this express experience lasts no longer than an hour but gives an impressive overview of the Stadium of Domitian ruins. Listen to audio commentary, and discover Rome’s ancient sporting history as you explore the excavations.

See the main sites and hear all about their intriguing history on this info-packed and entertaining 2-hour walking tour of Rome. Get an up close and personal look at the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Campo de' Fiori and much more.

An experience to get to know the true essence of Rome's underground We will visit: The Virgin aqueduct As many as 11 aqueducts reached Rome, an enormous quantity that was equaled only in the modern era. We will take you to the basement of a shopping center to visit the ancient aqueduct and then we will get to see where the water comes out, in the famous Trevi fountain. The Stadium of Domitian Piazza Navona is one of the obligatory destinations for those coming to Rome, but many do not know that the shape of the square is the shape of a Roman stadium, the Stadio di Domiziano. The first masonry stadium in Rome (1st century AD) for athletics and boxing competitions. We will then go down to the basement to discover its beauties. The Capuchin Crypt A cemetery literally built from bones! The chambers are decorated with the remains of around 4,000 friars. The message at the end of the crypt reads: "What we were, you are now. What we are now, you will be."

Watch a live opera performance at an atmospheric setting—the Palazzo Santa Chiara. By securing admission in advance, it saves the disappointment of tickets selling out on the day, or the time delays of waiting in long ticket lines. Enjoy the magnificent acoustics of the intimate venue, as you watch the singers and musicians of the Great Opera Arias concert.

Get first-hand experience making mosaics on this workshop with a master mosaicist. At a historical family-owned mosaic studio, work with local marble tiles to create traditional Roman mosaics. Learn about texture, composition, and marble tile cutting while hearing stories about the history of the craft. Take home your completed mosaic at the end of the workshop.

Enjoy an evening of opera and traditional Neapolitan folk music with this unique performance that pairs The Three Tenors with the Mandolin Orchestra of the Neapolitan Mandolin Academy. Listen to famous arias plus rollicking Neapolitan classics like “O’ Sole Mio” and “Funiculì Funiculà” accompanied by mandolin, cello, and grand piano and set against the historic backdrop of the Church of St. Paul's Within the Walls in the heart of Rome.

Where better to experience ‘La Traviata’ than in Italy, the birthplace of the opera? Enjoy a thrilling 2.5-hour performance of Giuseppe Verdi’s classic opera, performed by the renowned I Virtuosi dell'Opera di Roma in Rome in the spectacular setting of the Church of St Paul within the Walls.

Due to large crowds and numerous historical attractions, visiting a city like Rome isn't always easy for kids. This tour, which is designed specifically for young explorers, ensures that kids stay interested and engaged during a tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Plus skip-the-line admission tickets mean that you'll save hours of waiting in line.

Featuring classics of Italian Opera and Romantic Piano music the concert will take you on a musical journey you will treasure. The concert features piano and voices because in the main theatres tradition piano is the only substitute of the orchestra. No string quartets and anything like that! Arias and duets from opera greats like Verdi and Puccini, exciting pieces for solo piano by Chopin and Liszt will be interpreted between vocal performances; Neapolitan songs will round off the program and give you an exquisite taste of Italian musical greatness. Tenor Alessandro Fantini and pianist Giovanni Velluti will lead their team of internationally-acclaimed musicians and will guide your experience of the music with commentary in English. Free Aperitivo immediately after the concert, in which you will have the opportunity to meet the artists. The concert take place in St. Andrews of Scotland, in via Venti Settembre 7, a few meters from the Quirinale Palace.

Treat yourself to an open-air opera concert at Rome’s Terrazza Borromini, an exclusive rooftop area that overlooks vibrant Piazza Navona. As music from the operas of Puccini, Rossini, and Verdi ring in your ears, you’ll savor an aperitivo and gaze out over the Italian capital. Your ticket also includes access to La Grande Bellezza (The Great Beauty) terrace, where some scenes from the Oscar-winning movie were filmed.

Take a break from Rome’s ancient attractions with a modern-day historical experience at the Hard Rock Cafe Rome. With this skip-the-line entry to the popular restaurant, you’ll avoid the lines and receive priority seating for a meal of American favorites like a burger, mac ‘n’ cheese, or barbecue ribs. See rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia such as a trench coat worn by John Lennon, a patent-leather suit worn by Bono, and pages from Jim Morrison’s yearbook. Select from three menu options to suit your tastes.

Leave the bustle of Rome behind, and visit the Pope’s exclusive summer residence, on a tour of Castel Gandolfo. Located just 15 miles (24 kilometers) from the city center, the residence comprises the opulent Apostolic Palace, the Barberini Gardens, and more. Set off in the morning via bus; upon arrival, you’ll go on an audio tour of both the palace and gardens. Enjoy a lunch break amidst the greenery before heading back to the city. Add on an optional upgrade to tour the Vatican Museums upon returning to Rome.

While in Rome, experience an unforgettable night, with a performance by the acclaimed I Virtuosi dell'Opera di Roma. Enjoy a classic 1.5-hour program of Italian opera, including arias and duets performed by internationally renowned singers, and a spectacular setting in the Church of St Paul within the Walls.

Immerse yourself in beauty and history with a 3-hour walking tour of Rome's stunning fountains and squares. Walk the charming streets and alleys of the city center. From the iconic Spanish Steps to the famous Trevi Fountain, prepare to be blown away by the splendid architecture of the Pantheon and revel in the lively ambiance of Piazza Navona, where Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers takes center stage. Join this enchanting journey through Rome.

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Many people have visited the Trevi Fountain, but few have ventured underneath it. Go behind the scenes to discover Rome’s original aqueducts—along with two other of Rome’s best-kept secrets—on this family-friendly underground tour. Children of all ages are welcome, with entertaining commentary from your own private guide. You’ll also get a peek at a subterranean stadium, and wander through a crypt made entirely of human bones.

Skip the ticket line and learn about the museum's impressive art collection, the fascinating frescoes in the Sistine Chapel and the world-famous Raphael's Rooms (stanze di Raffaello) And you are the one determining the duration of the tour and the stay. As the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel are one of the most visited places in Rome, if not the world, you will see there in all seasons crowds. In 2018, there were an average of 20,000 visitors daily. No matter what weather conditions (sun or rain), who wants to go to the Vatican Museums, you have to queue for the ticket. Do not waste your time queuing at the museums' ticket office, which may take up to 3 hours on some days. We offer you a way to skip this queue. Navona Square, the second part of the tour, sits over the covered archeological site of the Stadium, which was built by Domitian before 86 d.C., for athletics competitions that had them origin in the ancient Greece.

If you’re in Rome and want to see Naples, maximize your time with this private day train trip that covers the cultural highlights. After traveling to Naples by high-speed train with tickets booked in advance, you’ll spend the day with your own guide, discovering true Neapolitan food. An extra highlight is a Naples Underground tour to learn about the city in the days of the Ancient Greeks.

Navona Square is one of Rome’s most famous public spaces, bursting with famous fountains and sitting atop Roman ruins. With this private tour, learn about its works by Bernini and other Renaissance artists before heading below ground with your guide to explore the ruins of the Stadium of Domitian hidden beneath the square. Cap off your tour with an artisan gelato just off the square.

Get acquainted with Rome in a fun, hassle-free way on this guided stroll. Traveling with an expert local guide, you'll learn to navigate the sometimes chaotic yet beautiful streets of Rome. Visit top sites like the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish Steps, as well as hidden gems like the historic Piazza Navona underground area, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Of course no introduction to Rome is complete without gelato. You'll visit a spot beloved by locals for a delicious cup or cone of artisan Italian gelato. Along the way, you'll pick up plenty of expert tips that you can put to use during the rest of your vacation.

It's a tour that mixes history, art, beauty and photography and the main actress/actor it's you. The tour wants to give you the opportunity to keep with yourself not only a photo and some historical details but even a memorable experience. It's not a private tour but if you write us an email we can provide it.