moderate
40–50 minutes
Moderate physical fitness recommended due to walking and stairs
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.
Starting at €19 • All Ages • 40 Minutes
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.
Adult: €29 (Ages18+) Child: €19 (Ages 7-17) Infant: Free of charge (Ages 0 -6)
40 Minutes
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.
The underground sections involve navigating uneven ancient ruins and staircases, so proper footwear is essential.
Underground areas can be cooler and damp, so packing a light jacket ensures comfort during the tour.
Private tours fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons, so reserve your spot early.
Plan for additional time to explore surrounding cafes and shops after the tour.
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.
The tour highlights efforts to preserve Rome's underground archaeological sites while allowing public access through guided visits.
Necessary for navigating uneven surfaces and stairs during the tour.
Underground areas tend to be cooler than the outside temperature.
Stay hydrated while walking around the city and underground.
Capture the stunning views of Rome’s ancient and baroque masterpieces.