Rome at Twilight Tour Among the Piazzas and Fountains
ID: GYG199141-309682
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
Join on an evening tour of Renaissance and Baroque Rome to appreciate the splendors of Rome like the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, the Spanish Steps and more with an expert guide!
Join us on an evening stroll to appreciate the splendors of Rome; wander past its imposing palaces and through its grand piazzas, where water dances in the extraordinary fountains that occupy pride of place in Piazza Navona, the Spanish Steps and, most impressive of all, in the Trevi fountain. This special Rome evening walking tour is an ideal introduction to the magic of one of the world's most enchanting cities.
We will begin our journey into the atmospheric heart of the Eternal City in one of Rome's most iconic public spaces: Piazza Navona. Its long and distinctive shape has been part of the city's urban fabric for nearly 2,000 years.
The magnificent Pantheon will transport us to another era, and this portion of our walking group tour is all about the grandeur of Imperial Rome. Innovative ideas, technologies and various cultures blend to make an artwork of extreme power and poetry, a design so perfect that Michelangelo considered it to be the work of angels. The Pantheon also houses the tombs of Raphael who died prematurely in 1520, and the first King of Italy, Vittorio Emanuele, who died in 1878. Please note that we do not enter the Pantheon on our Sunday evening tour, as the site is closed. We will of course still visit the piazza and admire the great edifice from the outside.
We will then let ourselves be lulled into tranquility by the magical song of the waters of the Trevi Fountain, immersing ourselves in this wonderful piece of theatrical architecture that recalls the great buildings of Ancient Rome. The main structure of the Trevi Fountain is a triumphal arch, taking its inspiration from classical examples such as the Arch of Constantine.
Our tour finishes in the magnificent Piazza di Spagna, home to the iconic Spanish Steps. With our expert guides we will learn the history of the church of the Trinita' dei Monti that towers above, as well as why the young Gianlorenzo Bernini and his father (also a sculptor) adopted the unusual subject of a boat for the fountain of the Barcaccia. We'll also uncover the social significance of the majestic stairway that came to unite these two areas, which for centuries had been separated by a cliff face.
Highlights
- Explore the wonders of the Eternal City with an expert guide
- Discover the magic of antiquity in the Pantheon
- Gaze on the world's most beautiful staircase at the Spanish Steps
- Wander through Rome's Drawing Room in Piazza Navona
- Admire the marvels of the Baroque at the Trevi Fountain
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• As this is a walking tour through various areas of the city centre, with steps and uneven walkways, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended.
• Please advise if any travelers have mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.
• Please note that to obtain a student discount, valid student ID must be shown on the day of your tour. If a student does not have valid student ID, they may be charged a new full ticket price which must be paid by you on the day of the tour.
• We will not be entering the Pantheon on Sundays as the site is closed. If the Pantheon is closed on the day of your tour, for unexpected reasons, we will still pass through Piazza della Rotonda where it is located and you will get a great explanation from the exterior.
You will meet your guide in Piazza Navona, in front of the toy store " Al Sogno". They will have a Through Eternity sign or flag.
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.