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Rome's Hidden Corners: Navona Square & Underground Tour by Touriks - Rome

Rome's Hidden Corners: Navona Square & Underground Tour by Touriks

Romemoderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

40–50 minutes

Fitness Level

Moderate physical fitness recommended due to walking and stairs

Overview

Uncover Rome’s hidden history beneath Piazza Navona with a private guided tour that combines baroque art and ancient ruins. Discover underground Roman stadiums and hear stories that bring the city’s layered past to life—an insider experience not to be missed.

Walking Tour
Roma, Lazio

Navona Square & Undergrounds Private Guided Tour with Gelato

Starting at €19 • All Ages • 40 Minutes

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About This Adventure

Discover the hidden history of Rome's iconic Piazza Navona on a captivating 40-minute tour. Led by an expert guide, explore the stunning Baroque art, the legendary rivalry of its creators, and venture underground to the ancient ruins of the Roman stadium. Experience a unique blend of art, history, and culture.

Rates

Adult: €29 (Ages18+) Child: €19 (Ages 7-17) Infant: Free of charge (Ages 0 -6)

Duration

40 Minutes

Explore one of the top 10 highlights of Rome's sights with an expert guide. Go beyond the beauty of the most famous square in the city and visit its undergrounds. Discover what most tourists miss with either a small-group or a private tour.


Highlights

  • Explore the most iconic square in Rome with an expert guide
  • Appreciate all its details with a fast&complete 40-min. tour
  • Navigate the most famous masterpieces of Roman Baroque art
  • (Navigate through history and famous masterpieces of art)
  • Visit the underground ruins of the Ancient Roman stadium
  • Enjoy the quality of a small-group (max. 8) or private tour

About

Did you know that the most famous square in Rome lies entirely over an Ancient Roman stadium?

Find out that Piazza Navona is rich in history and details that go unnoticed by most visitors. Meet your guide in the square and fully immerse yourself into art and archeology for 40 minutes.

Perceive the majestic prominence of the square and achieve a better knowledge of the important pieces of art in it. Take a moment to admire the Fountain of the Four Rivers while learning about the apex of Bernini’s creativity. Appreciate its symbolism and the optic and acoustic effects as intended by the artist. Find out about the notorious rivalry between the two maximum exponents of Roman Baroque while standing at the very place where it’s most noticeable.

Then swipe back the centuries and discover the fascinating history of this place before it became the most beautiful square in the city. Go below the street level and visit the underground ruins of the Stadium of Emperor Domitian. Travel back to Ancient Rome for 20 minutes and discover the ancient origins of the square’s name and peculiar shape.

Wander in the lively and unique atmosphere of authentic Italian life in Piazza Navona after your tour ends and enjoy an insider’s tip artisanal ice cream ???

Explore one of the most iconic squares of Rome and feel its majestic stateliness. Journey back in time and find out the evolution of the square from ancient times to the best expression of Baroque. Learn about the legendary rivalry of the two most representative artists in Rome. Hear the story of Sant'Agnese and be impressed by Borromini's church raised at the same point of her martyrdom. Admire all the details, walking around the Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers, and be surprised by its symbolism. Go below the street level and visit the ruins of the only example of a masonry stadium in Roman history. End this fascinating experience in the newly uncovered excavations and discover the ancient roman leisures and games.

Important information

  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
  • Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the tour starts in order to complete the signup
  • This tour is outdoors and weather dependent. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or a full refund

Cancellation policy

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the starting time of the experience.
  • Full refunds are not possible for cancellations made after the 24 hours.
  • Amendments are not allowed after the 24 hours and they are always subject to availability and price changes.
  • No refunds in case of no- show on the part of the customer.
  • If the tour is canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.

Adventure Tips

Wear comfortable shoes

The underground sections involve navigating uneven ancient ruins and staircases, so proper footwear is essential.

Bring a light jacket

Underground areas can be cooler and damp, so packing a light jacket ensures comfort during the tour.

Book in advance

Private tours fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons, so reserve your spot early.

Allow extra time

Plan for additional time to explore surrounding cafes and shops after the tour.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Pigeons
  • Seagulls around Piazza Navona

History

Piazza Navona was once the site of the Stadium of Domitian, built in the 1st century AD, which still influences the layout of the square today.

Conservation

The tour highlights efforts to preserve Rome's underground archaeological sites while allowing public access through guided visits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Necessary for navigating uneven surfaces and stairs during the tour.

Light jacket or sweater

Essential

Underground areas tend to be cooler than the outside temperature.

Water bottle

Stay hydrated while walking around the city and underground.

Camera or smartphone

Capture the stunning views of Rome’s ancient and baroque masterpieces.