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Tours/Rome/Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide

Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide

Rome3 hours
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
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Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide
Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide

At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Price from
$159 / person
Location
Rome, Italy
Languages
EN, IT
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Friendly Local Guides

Description

Hop off the path trodden by thousands of tourists and delve deep into Italian culture on this private walking tour across authentic streets of Rome. Follow your friendly guide and discover sites, sights, and locations not mentioned in any guidebook. Take a short break in a local bakery and treat yourself with a slice of crunchy pizza. Get a unique experience and enjoy a day in Rome like a true local. · Private offbeat tour around Rome accompanied by a local guide · Get deeper knowledge about Italian culture and traditions · Visit both iconic landmarks like Campo de' Fiori and Ponte Sant'Angelo, and the lesser-known sites like the Isola Tiberina · Try the classics of Italian cuisine such as pizza and gelato · Receive exclusive recommendations about traveling in Italy

Tour Options

Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide

Itinerary

Rome
5 min

Your local guide will welcome you at Ponte Sant'Angelo. You will cross the bridge, admire its stunning construction and ten marble angels and then get from the well-worn tourist trail and dive into authentic, locally-loved neighborhoods of Rome. You will go to Piazza dell’Orologio, admire the modest architecture of Clock Palace, and visit its library. You will catch a glimpse of locals who come here to read and relax in a peaceful atmosphere of its hidden garden. On your way to Piazza di Santa Caterina della Rota and Piazza Farnese, you will pass narrow cobbled streets Via Dei Banchi Vecchi and Via di Monserrato. These streets are full of hole-in-the-wall bars and different boutiques where you can buy unusual souvenirs

Rome
5 min

Then you will pop into a local bakery near Campo di Fiori and taste the best pizza ever. After pizza break, you will have a walk to Ponte Sisto and enjoy the marvelous view it offers. You will go to the center square of colorful and distinctive Trastevere, and grab a sweet gelato or a cup of invigorating coffee. Your last stop will be the Isola Tiberina, a small island that keeps a lot of local secrets and legends. Your guide will reveal some of these secrets and then give you useful recommendations and tips about your stay in this city.

St. Angelo Bridge
10 min

.Ponte Sant'Angelo or the Aelian Bridge is a two-thousand-year-old still operating pedestrian bridge over the Tiber River. The bridge is famous for its stunning statues of angels, set on marble pedestals on both sides. Ten marble angels, made in the style of the Italian Renaissance, stand guard like heavenly soldiers that protect the city from diseases and enemy invasion.

Via dei Banchi Nuovi
20 min

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30 min

Piazza dell’Orologio is a harmonious square, constructed during the Renaissance. Palazzo dell'Orologio, mentioned in Dante's Divine Comedy, is a remarkable landmark of the square. Now the Palace houses a library.

Via dei Banchi Vecchi
20 min
Chiesa di Santa Caterina della Rota
Pass by

Piazza di Santa Caterina della Rota is a small quiet square surrounded by traditional Italian buildings, including a 16th century church, Chiesa di Santa Caterina della Rota.

Piazza Farnese
Pass by

Piazza Farnese is a square located in the historical center of Rome. It is a very special place, veiled in the atmosphere of aristocracy and nobility. The gem of the square is Palazzo Farnese, one of the most brilliant examples of Renaissance palace construction.

Campo De' Fiori
20 min

Campo de 'Fiori is a vigorous square in the heart of Rome. Previously, there was a flowering meadow here, but since the 15th century, this area had been actively built up. You can admire a mysterious monument in the square center, erected in honor of the Italian philosopher Giordano Bruno, who was executed here in 1600.

20 min

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Ponte Sisto
10 min

Ponte Sisto is a medieval stone bridge serving as a pedestrian crossing between the right bank of the Tiber and Trastevere Neighbourhood. It offers a magnificent view of the old embankment and the most colorful neighborhood of Rome.

Trastevere
30 min

Trastevere is a colorful and distinctive area of Rome, which has preserved the best appearance of the old city: a labyrinth of medieval narrow streets, ancient buildings and churches, frescoes, art galleries, markets, and numerous picturesque corners.

Isola Tiberina
20 min

The Isola Tiberina is a small island on the Tiber River, where different milestones of the Roman history overlap and exist in parallel. The island is filled with numerous architectural artifacts that date back from the 3rd to the 19th centuries.

What's included

Included
Tips and tricks about the local way and information on Covid-19 regulations from our local guide
Iconic places for photoshoot
Must see and off the beaten path
Multiple start times available
Customizable itinerary
All Fees and Taxes
our local host will reach you to make sure all precautionary measures are taken
Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour
Snacks
Due to post Covid-19 policy this tour has a limited amount of participants
Friendly local guide
Not included
Hotel pick up and drop off
Extra food and drinks
Gratuities (optional)

Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide take?

Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 13 stops.

How much does Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide cost?

Prices start at $159 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

Can I cancel Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

What languages is Private Rome City Tour with Expert Local Guide offered in?

The experience is available in EN, IT.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

$159/ person
Duration3 hours
LanguagesEN, IT
ConfirmationInstant
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Free cancellation

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