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.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
40–50 minutes
Fitness Level
Moderate physical fitness recommended due to walking and stairs
Wildlife
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.
Touriks
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.
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 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.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for navigating uneven surfaces and stairs during the tour.
Light jacket or sweater
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.