Italy · Archaeology

Semiprivate tour: Underground Rome

3 Hours Round trip from Rome Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the underground ruins of Vicus Caprarius
02 Visit Domitian’s Stadium beneath Piazza Navona
03 Learn how sport and public games shaped Ancient Rome
04 Discover hidden archaeological sites away from the crowds
05 Hear stories of athletes, performers, and Roman society from an expert guide
06 Enjoy a semiprivate experience in a more intimate setting

Discover a different side of the Eternal City on this semiprivate underground tour of Rome. Step beneath the surface to explore two fascinating archaeological sites, Vicus Caprarius and the underground of Domitian’s Stadium, and uncover how sport, public games, and daily life shaped the ancient city.

From the hidden remains near the Trevi Fountain area to the ruins beneath Piazza Navona, this experience offers a unique perspective on Ancient Rome beyond its most crowded landmarks. With an expert guide leading the way, you’ll walk through preserved underground spaces and hear the stories of athletes, performers, emperors, and everyday Romans who once filled these remarkable places.

Ideal for travellers looking for hidden gems and a deeper cultural experience, this 3-hour tour combines archaeology, history, and a more intimate atmosphere. In the event of institutional closures of one of the sites, the visit will be replaced with a similar site of equal interest.

Discover how sport and public games shaped the daily lives of Ancient Romans as you explore the remains of the first permanent stadium in Rome, built by Emperor Domitian in the 1st century AD.

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What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Rome

Languages English, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Vicus Caprarius Underground

Step into this recently opened archaeological zones and witness how much sport influenced the lives of everyday Romans and learn about some of the most famous people in the history of Roman games!

Navona Underground -Domitian's Stadium

Step into the underground of the Stadio di Domiziano, one of the most fascinating and recently reopened archaeological sites in Rome, located beneath the iconic Piazza Navona.

Discover how sport and public games shaped the daily lives of Ancient Romans as you explore the remains of the first permanent stadium in Rome, built by Emperor Domitian in the 1st century AD. Walk through the preserved ruins and learn about athletic competitions, festivals, and the cultural importance of entertainment in Roman society.

Your expert guide will bring history to life, sharing stories about athletes, performers, and some of the most influential figures connected to Roman games and spectacles. This immersive underground experience offers a unique perspective on Ancient Rome beyond the Colosseum, in a less crowded and truly authentic setting.

Plese note; In the event of institutional closures of one of the sites, the visit will be replaced with a similar site of equal interest.

The route