Step beyond Rome’s surface with Touriks’ 3-hour small-group walking tour that uncovers famous landmarks and secret underground ruins. Discover history beneath your feet and vibrant city life beyond the usual routes.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for individuals with average fitness accustomed to walking on uneven urban terrain
Wildlife
History
Rome’s underground sites beneath Piazza Navona trace back to Emperor Domitian’s 1st-century stadium, later covered by the Baroque square above.
Conservation
Touriks promotes responsible visiting of fragile archaeological sites by limiting group sizes and encouraging respectful conduct.
Touriks
Step beyond Rome’s surface with Touriks’ 3-hour small-group walking tour that uncovers famous landmarks and secret underground ruins. Discover history beneath your feet and vibrant city life beyond the usual routes.
Touriks is a Rome-based tour operator located in Roma, Lazio that specializes in guided cultural and archaeological experiences across the city and Vatican area.
Specializing in in-depth guided visits of St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s Square, Touriks offers semi-private, private, and small-group formats that include dome climbs, visits to the underground grottoes, and guided exploration of St. Peter’s tomb.
The company also guides visitors through Rome’s subterranean heritage, including Roman Catacombs, the underground temples of San Clemente, and other proto-Christian basilicas. Selected catacombs tours include private transfer options noted in tour descriptions.
Touriks’ program includes a broad range of Rome itineraries: Colosseum underground and arena tours, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill walks, Pantheon and Navona Square visits with access to underground sites, Caracalla Baths and Circus Maximus visits, Trastevere walks with subterranean sites, and guided visits to Castel Sant'Angelo and the Borghese Gallery.
Individual tour descriptions emphasize major artworks and architectural highlights such as Michelangelo’s Pietà, the mosaics of St. Peter’s, and Bernini’s design of St. Peter’s Square. Touriks is featured on The Adventure Collective, where its Rome tours are listed with factual itineraries and booking details.
All tour listings state location, format, and options so travelers can select dome climbs, underground grottoes, transfers, or private and small-group experiences when available.
Location
Roma, Lazio
Based in Rome, Italy
Group Options
Private & Small-Group
Private, semi-private and small-group tours
Featured On
The Adventure Collective
Listed on The Adventure Collective
Highlights
Basilica to Catacombs
Tours from St. Peter’s to undergrounds
Select a St. Peter’s Basilica tour, dome climb, catacombs visit or Colosseum experience and secure a guided Rome itinerary that fits travel style.
Wear comfortable shoes
The 3-hour route covers cobblestones and some stairs, so sturdy, cushioned footwear is essential.
Bring a lightweight water bottle
Hydration is key, especially when the sun is strong walking between outdoor sites and underground areas.
Pack a jacket or layers
Underground ruins can be cooler and damp compared to the surface, so layers help maintain comfort.
Bring a camera with good low-light capability
Some underground sites have limited lighting—camera settings that perform well in low light improve photo results.
Comfortable walking shoes
Protects your feet on cobblestones and uneven surfaces throughout the tour.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is crucial during longer urban walks in warmer weather.
summer
Light jacket or sweater
Keeps you comfortable when transitioning between outdoor and cooler underground areas.
fall|winter|spring
Camera or smartphone with good low-light settings
Captures detailed photos inside dimly lit archaeological sites.