Colosseum and Roman Forum: Rome Built From Rome
75 min · 1.9 km · moderate
Roamer has 3 self-guided history walking tours in Rome. Every one is free to start: the introduction and first stop play in full, and every later stop plays a short preview before you pay. They run from about 60 to 75 minutes and 1.5 to 1.9 km on foot, with GPS-triggered narration you control at your own pace.
History walking tours in Rome
| Tour | Length | Distance | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colosseum and Roman Forum: Rome Built From Rome | 75 min | 1.9 km | 12 |
| Vatican and St. Peter's Square: The Lost Surprise | 75 min | 1.9 km | 10 |
| Circus Maximus and Aventine: Racetrack to Orange Garden | 60 min | 1.5 km | 9 |
What each tour covers
Hear a stop from this walk
Tarpeian Rock: The Cliff and the Church
- Colosseum and Roman Forum: Rome Built From Rome: From the Arch of Constantine round the Colosseum, along the Imperial Forums to Trajan's Column, up to Michelangelo's Capitoline square and its Forum overlook, ending below the Tarpeian Rock.
- Vatican and St. Peter's Square: The Lost Surprise: From the bridge of angels round Castel Sant'Angelo's gardens, along the popes' raised corridor, down the great avenue and through the Borgo's lanes into Saint Peter's Square.
- Circus Maximus and Aventine: Racetrack to Orange Garden: From the curved end of the Circus Maximus along its lawn to the Mouth of Truth and the round temple, then up a cobbled lane to the Orange Garden terrace, Santa Sabina and the Knights of Malta keyhole.
How much do these tours cost?
Every history tour in Rome is free to preview. A single tour is $4.99 for lifetime access, and a 30-day pass covering every Roamer tour is $19.99. There is no group, no start time, and no tip.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the best history walking tours in Rome?
- Roamer has 3 self-guided history walking tours in Rome: Colosseum and Roman Forum: Rome Built From Rome, Vatican and St. Peter's Square: The Lost Surprise and Circus Maximus and Aventine: Racetrack to Orange Garden. Each is free to start.
- How much does a history walking tour in Rome cost?
- Free to preview, then $4.99 per tour for lifetime access. A 30-day pass covering every tour is $19.99.
- How long are the Rome history tours?
- About 60 to 75 minutes, covering 1.5 to 1.9 km on foot. You set the pace and can pause any time.
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Colosseum and Roman Forum: Rome Built From Rome
75 min · 1.9 km · moderate
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