Trastevere and Villa Farnesina: 3.5-Hour Private Tour
ID: GYG356165-637760
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
03:30 hours
Description
Get a taste of authentic Rome strolling through the maze of narrow streets and centuries-old piazzas that make up the charming Trastevere neighborhood. Explore the Villa Farnesina, a Renaissance suburban villa, and learn its history from a local guide.
Wander through the picturesque cobblestone streets of Rome's Trastevere neighborhood and admire the centuries-old gold mosaics in the Basilica of Santa Maria on this 3.5-hour private walking tour.
Meet your local guide outside the Villa Farnesina and admire the extensive fresco decorations by artists such as Raphael, whose lover was said to have lived in this district. Continue on to the Basilica of Santa Maria, one of the oldest churches in Rome, and the nearby Church of Santa Cecilia, known for its elaborate crypt and a magnificent Baroque-era sculpture of the saint.
Walk past the pizzerias and lively restaurants that have made this neighborhood so famous and learn about this area's role in the city's history.
Highlights
- Explore a colorful and authentic Roman neighborhood
- Admire frescos by Raphael in the Villa Farnesina
- Discover 2 of the area's Jewelbox Churches
- Learn the history of the area from an expienced, local guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour will take place rain or shine.
• Bare knees and shoulders are prohibited in many of the churches.
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants who are over 12 years old must present proof of full vaccination
All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)
Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the activity. The guide will wait at the entrance of the Villa Farnesina holding a sign with the name of the tour.
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.
