Discover Pantheon: Guided Tour of the Glory of Rome Pantheon Guided Tour in English
ID: GYG166547-251426
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
45 min.
Description
Take a guided tour of the best preserved Ancient Roman monument, admire the largest unsupported dome in the world and explore the famous Raphael's tomb.
Explore the history and lesser-known facts about the best-preserved monument from Ancient Rome on a 45-minute guided tour of the Pantheon. Learn how the basilica has represented the expression of the glory of Rome for over 2,000 years.
Learn how the building inspired one of the great artists of the Renaissance when Raphael chose it as his place of eternal rest. Founded by Marcus Agrippa between 25 and 27 BC as a temple to the 12 gods, the building was originally part of a complex created on his property in the Campus Martius.
Learn how the remains of many martyrs were removed from the Christian catacombs and placed in the Pantheon on the orders of Pope Boniface IV In 608. Marvel at the immense dome with a diameter of 43,30 meters and its famous oculus that allows natural light to illuminate the beautiful interior.
Highlights
- Explore the well-preserved interior of the Pantheon
- Learn how a Roman temple became the last resting place for artists and royalty
- Admire the impressive dome and its oculus and explore the famous tombs
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Access to the Basilica is only permitted to visitors wearing suitable attire (no shorts, vests, or sleeveless tops)
Checks relating to the Covid-19 Green Pass can take up to one hour: as such, we recommend arriving an hour earlier at the entrance of the monument, as it may take a long time to be processed
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
All participants who are 12 years and older must present a Green Pass that is valid in the EU and has a verifiable QR code. Valid Green Passes can be obtained by uploading either proof of vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months, a negative PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before the activity starts, or a negative antigen test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts to the Green Pass or Covid Certificate apps
All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)
Meet at the welcome and audio guide desk inside the Pantheon at least 30 minutes before departure. It's best to arrive much earlier than the booking time due to long processing times of the green pass. Processing times may take up to an hour.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
