Italy · Walking Tours

Rome Highlights Private Tour of Circus Maximus and Trastevere

2 Hours Round trip from Rome Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private walking tour through ancient Rome and Trastevere
  • 02 See Circus Maximus, Palatine Hill, and the Mouth of Truth
  • 03 Visit the Temple of Hercules Victor and Templo di Portuno
  • 04 Explore the historic Jewish neighborhood
  • 05 Cross to Tiber Island for scenic river views
  • 06 Stroll through the charming quarter of Trastevere
  • 07 Enjoy one traditional Italian gelato per traveller
  • 08 Finish in Piazza di Santa Maria in Trastevere

Discover a fascinating side of Rome on this private walking tour through ancient landmarks, hidden corners, and one of the city’s most characterful neighborhoods. From Circus Maximus and Palatine Hill to the Mouth of Truth and the Theatre of Marcellus, follow your guide through places that reveal the power, legends, and daily life of the Eternal City.

Continue through the historic Jewish neighborhood, cross to Tiber Island, and explore the charming streets of Trastevere. Along the way, enjoy a traditional Italian gelato and end in the lively Piazza di Santa Maria in Trastevere.

Discover a fascinating side of Rome on this private walking tour through ancient landmarks, hidden corners, and one of the city’s most characterful neighborhoods.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Yes
City Rome
Languages English, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Circus Maximus

Admire the circus where the ancient Romans organized games, performances and chariot races.

Palatine Hill

Take a look at the place where the rulers of the most powerful Empire decided the fates of old Europe.

Mouth of Truth

Learn about the legend of the famous antique marble mask. Let's see if you dare to try it.

Temple of Hercules Victor

Visit the oldest building made of marble still preserved in Rome.

Templo di Portuno

Meet the Temple built to Portunus, the god of the harbors, in the 2nd century at the Tiber Port .

San Nicola in Carcere

Discover one of the oldest churches in Rome.

Teatro di Marcello

Meet the building that was the largest and most important theatre in Rome in the 1st Century.

Jewish neighborhood

Let's dive into the heart of a secret jewish neighborhood that seems to have frozen in time, and has kept its authenticity.

Tiber Island

Cross the bridge and admire the views of the boat-shaped Island.

Trastevere

Explore the beautiful quarter of Trastevere.

Otaleg Ice-Cream

Try the Italian Ice Cream is the best in the world, in one of the best gelaterias.

Piazza di Santa Maria in Trastevere

End the tour in this amazing square, in the heart of the Trastevere quarter.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Rome 1 city · 2 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private Tour with a local guide in your language
  • One traditional Italian gelato per traveller

Know before you go

  • WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Wheelchair accessible

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Rome, IT
Tour start
Rome, IT
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 hours finish where they began, in Rome.

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