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Private Tour: Secret Rome and Historical Churches
Discover the lesser-known sights of Rome with a private guide
It was my third time in Rome. I never thought -when I sent the email form on the "New Rome Free Tour" -that we would have a guide like Stefano! This guy never gets tired! He has a wonderful sense of humor and made us feel lucky and very special to be in his guidness. We walked with him to parts of the city we knew but didn't really understand. And of course points that we didn't know and didn't imagine existed! You learn not only the history of Ancinent Rome but also much more.This is something that cannot be missed! We look forward to the next tour! Thanks again!
Gastone was the tour guide for our group and he did a wonderful job, he showed us the hidden corners of Rome and we could tell he loved showing us his city, and the fact that it is free makes it even more wonderful I highly recommend this tour
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icon3 hours 30 minutes  (Approx.)
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Good for avoiding crowds
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
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Overview

Bypass Rome’s tourist hotspots and uncover the lesser-known gems that many visitors miss. Guided by an expert in art history, the 3.5-hour tour introduces you to Caelian Hill with its history-steeped churches and archaeological digs. Check out Case Romane del Celio, an ancient Roman house, and step inside the city’s so-called medieval Sistine Chapel. Visit the papal seat, aka the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano, and learn about the city’s history from Roman Empire days to the Middle Ages.  The tour can be tailored to your preferences.
  • 3.5-hour walking tour of Rome’s gems and historical churches
  • Hear history from the Roman Empire to the Middle Ages
  • Visit the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano, Rome’s official cathedral
  • Discover rare medieval frescoes at the Chapel of Sylvester in Santi Quattro Coronati
  • See the Claudianum and Case Romane del Celio excavations at the Church of San Giovanni e Paolo
  • Step inside the round Santo Stefano Rotondo church on Caelian Hill
  • Enjoy personal attention from a private, art-historian guide throughout the tour

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

See lesser-known gems like churches near Caelian Hill and the “medieval” Sistine Chapel.
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Private art-historian guide
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Via di San Gregorio, Roma RM, Italy

Departure Time

8:45 AM

Departure Time

8:45 AM

Return Details

Piazza di S. Giovanni in Laterano, 4, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved recommended to wear comfortable shoes
  • Not wheelchair and stroller accessible
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • OPERATED BY New Rome Free Tour

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.

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What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Private Tour: Secret Rome and Historical Churches?
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The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
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What is the maximum group size during Private Tour: Secret Rome and Historical Churches?
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This activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers.

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Excellent tour seeing things we would...
SHELBY W
, Jun 2017
Excellent tour seeing things we would otherwise have missed.
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This was a wonderful tour. It showed...
Thomas E
, Oct 2016
This was a wonderful tour. It showed us a side a Rome and it's history that we did not know existed and would have missed. Our guide was knowledgable, charming and very patient with all our questions. This tour helped us tie together the ancient and Renaissance Rome we had gotten to known over the previous several days
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Absolutely one of the best tours we...
Richard A
, Dec 2015
Absolutely one of the best tours we have taken in the last 40 years. Use this guide and this company as much as you can. IT WAS AN HONOR TO TAKE THIS TOUR. WELL DONE!
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