Top Rome Underground Tours

There’s more to Rome’s ruins than the Colosseum! Discover the secret sites and hidden gems of ancient Rome on this 3-hour tour of underground Rome. Explore the evocative ruins of the Stadium of Domitian, the Pantheon and Hadrian’s Temple, and venture off (or under) the beaten track as your guide reveals the last vestiges of the once-mighty Roman Empire. This small-group tour is limited to 13 people, ensuring a personalized experience.

Everyone has heard of the Trevi Fountain and the Navona square, but what about the underground passageways that stretch underneath them? This is what this amazing tour offers you. Delve into the archaeological zone located underground and travel through time as you uncover the lost secrets in the labyrinth known as Vicus Caprarius – The City of Water and into the underground ruins of once well known “Stadium of Domitian”, a stadium that could have held up to 30 thousand people! 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!

Explore Rome without the hassle of navigating on a tour that stops at a few of the city’s top landmarks, from Trevi Fountain to Navona Square. The tour includes an admission ticket to Navona Square’s underground archaeological site, where you explore after the ruins are closed to the public. At each stop on the itinerary, your guide provides stories and facts often unheard by visitors.

Choose your date and discover the Piazza Navona underground. The admission ticket is valid for the selected date only but can be used at any time. The ruins of the Stadium of Domitian (Unesco World Heritage Site) in Piazza Navona are located about 4.50 meters below street level. The archaeological site is all that remains of the first and only example of a masonry stadium up to now known in Rome. Audioguide, even for children, panels and 3D video show the history of sport and sports practices from ancient Greece to Imperial Rome, with particular attention to the history of the stadium and the square.Visit the underground levels of Piazza Navona, first opened to the public in 2014; descend 5 metres beneath street level into the excavations, at the time of the Roman Empire; admire the ancient ruins of the first and only masonry stadium in Roman history; learn more about the history of the Stadium/Piazza Navona/ancient Roman sports.

See the main sites and hear all about their intriguing history on this info-packed and entertaining 2-hour walking tour of Rome. Get an up close and personal look at the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Campo de' Fiori and much more.

Watch a live opera performance at an atmospheric setting—the Palazzo Santa Chiara. By securing admission in advance, it saves the disappointment of tickets selling out on the day, or the time delays of waiting in long ticket lines. Enjoy the magnificent acoustics of the intimate venue, as you watch the singers and musicians of the Great Opera Arias concert.

Get first-hand experience making mosaics on this workshop with a master mosaicist. At a historical family-owned mosaic studio, work with local marble tiles to create traditional Roman mosaics. Learn about texture, composition, and marble tile cutting while hearing stories about the history of the craft. Take home your completed mosaic at the end of the workshop.

Enjoy an evening of opera and traditional Neapolitan folk music with this unique performance that pairs The Three Tenors with the Mandolin Orchestra of the Neapolitan Mandolin Academy. Listen to famous arias plus rollicking Neapolitan classics like “O’ Sole Mio” and “Funiculì Funiculà” accompanied by mandolin, cello, and grand piano and set against the historic backdrop of the Church of St. Paul's Within the Walls in the heart of Rome.

Where better to experience ‘La Traviata’ than in Italy, the birthplace of the opera? Enjoy a thrilling 2.5-hour performance of Giuseppe Verdi’s classic opera, performed by the renowned I Virtuosi dell'Opera di Roma in Rome in the spectacular setting of the Church of St Paul within the Walls.

Due to large crowds and numerous historical attractions, visiting a city like Rome isn't always easy for kids. This tour, which is designed specifically for young explorers, ensures that kids stay interested and engaged during a tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Plus skip-the-line admission tickets mean that you'll save hours of waiting in line.

Treat yourself to an open-air opera concert at Rome’s Terrazza Borromini, an exclusive rooftop area that overlooks vibrant Piazza Navona. As music from the operas of Puccini, Rossini, and Verdi ring in your ears, you’ll savor an aperitivo and gaze out over the Italian capital. Your ticket also includes access to La Grande Bellezza (The Great Beauty) terrace, where some scenes from the Oscar-winning movie were filmed.

Take a break from Rome’s ancient attractions with a modern-day historical experience at the Hard Rock Cafe Rome. With this skip-the-line entry to the popular restaurant, you’ll avoid the lines and receive priority seating for a meal of American favorites like a burger, mac ‘n’ cheese, or barbecue ribs. See rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia such as a trench coat worn by John Lennon, a patent-leather suit worn by Bono, and pages from Jim Morrison’s yearbook. Select from three menu options to suit your tastes.

Leave the bustle of Rome behind, and visit the Pope’s exclusive summer residence, on a tour of Castel Gandolfo. Located just 15 miles (24 kilometers) from the city center, the residence comprises the opulent Apostolic Palace, the Barberini Gardens, and more. Set off in the morning via bus; upon arrival, you’ll go on an audio tour of both the palace and gardens. Enjoy a lunch break amidst the greenery before heading back to the city. Add on an optional upgrade to tour the Vatican Museums upon returning to Rome.

While in Rome, experience an unforgettable night at the opera, with a performance by the acclaimed I Virtuosi dell'Opera di Roma. Enjoy a classic 1.5-hour program of Italian opera, including arias and duets performed by internationally renowned singers, and a spectacular setting in the Church of St Paul within the Walls.

Many people have visited the Trevi Fountain, but few have ventured underneath it. Go behind the scenes to discover Rome’s original aqueducts—along with two other of Rome’s best-kept secrets—on this family-friendly underground tour. Children of all ages are welcome, with entertaining commentary from your own private guide. You’ll also get a peek at a subterranean stadium, and wander through a crypt made entirely of human bones.

A stroll through the streets and alleys of the city centre to visit the most famous squares, fountains and palaces of the baroque art. From the Spanish Steps to the spectacular Trevi Fountain, on to the amazing architecture of the Pantheon, and the lively atmosphere of Piazza Navona, with the Fountain of the Four Rivers by Bernini.

Join us on a fascinating journey into the past as we explore the most important sites of underground Rome, bringing their histories to life. Discover our tour, the best underground itinerary in Rome.

Visit one of Italy’s most beautiful medieval hill towns in one day of sightseeing on this private tour from Rome. Explore Orvieto’s shop-lined alleyways, Duomo, and characteristic public squares—and opt to visit underground cellars that once preserved olive oil and wine. Afterward, enjoy lunch on a farm overlooking the Tiber Valley (own expense).

Skip the ticket line and learn about the museum's impressive art collection, the fascinating frescoes in the Sistine Chapel and the world-famous Raphael's Rooms (stanze di Raffaello) And you are the one determining the duration of the tour and the stay. As the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel are one of the most visited places in Rome, if not the world, you will see there in all seasons crowds. In 2018, there were an average of 20,000 visitors daily. No matter what weather conditions (sun or rain), who wants to go to the Vatican Museums, you have to queue for the ticket. Do not waste your time queuing at the museums' ticket office, which may take up to 3 hours on some days. We offer you a way to skip this queue. Navona Square, the second part of the tour, sits over the covered archeological site of the Stadium, which was built by Domitian before 86 d.C., for athletics competitions that had them origin in the ancient Greece.

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Did you know that the most famous square in Rome lies entirely over an Ancient Roman stadium? Explore one of the top 10 highlights of Rome's sights with an expert guide. For 40 minutes, immerse yourself in art and archeology. Go beyond the beauty of the most famous square in the city and visit its undergrounds. Discover what most tourists miss with an affordable-private tour. 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 gelato.

Make the most of the historically vibrant and intense city of Naples and indulge your senses through the sites, sounds, smells and tastes it has to offer. With the comfort of your business class seats, enjoy your highspeed rail trip from Rome to Naples where you will meet your guide at the train station and begin your journey. Enjoy a traditional Neapolitan breakfast, and wander the ancient streets of this historically rich city as your expert guide will provide you with many stories and anecdotes. Then, explore Naples underground and learn how the ancient Greeks created it, and how it has been used in more recent times. After trying some traditional Naples street food on Via dei Tribunali, sit down for some infamous Neapolitan pizza and beer as you gaze at stunning views of Vesuvius. The rest of the afternoon will be filled with guided walks along the streets of Royal Naples, to be completed with a deliciously sweet Babà before boarding your high-speed train back to Rome.