Domus Aurea Tour (Nero’s Golden House)

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Highlights

See the excavated ruins at Nero’s Golden House
Learn about the Domus Aurea up to the Renaissance
Get an inside look at the life and times of Nero
Marvel at incredible architecture and jaw-dropping frescoes

Summary

Explore Nero's incredible Golden House and relive the excesses of this ancient emperor on an exciting walking tour of one of the most exciting active excavation sites in Rome.

Tour info

Duration

2 hours

Why take this tour?

Descend into the lost world of ancient Rome and relive the opulent life of antiquity’s most notorious emperor on our exclusive tour of Nero’s Golden House. The emperor’s vast palace - known as the Domus Aurea because its every surface glittered with gold – was ancient Rome’s most spectacular building, and scarcely believable highlights included a rotating dining room open to the starry night sky and a massive artificial lake. Nero’s immense party pad was bulldozed and buried to make way for the Colosseum shortly after his suicide, but on this tour you’ll have the unique opportunity to wander its soaring halls again accompanied by an expert archaeologist. We’ll be able to envisage the palace in all its original glory just as it was in the time of Nero himself - keep your eyes peeled and you might just catch a glimpse of his ghost roaming the abandoned halls!

*** All participants must provide full names immediately upon booking, and due to site policy, there is no "Student" rate ***

What’s included?

• Exclusive access to the Domus Aurea
• English-speaking, archaeologist guide
• Tickets and reservation fees
• Transportation to and from the meeting and end points
• Gratuities (optional)

Things to know

Before you book

• This is a walking tour with steps, staircases, and uneven surfaces, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Please let the activity provider know during the booking process if any travelers have mobility concerns so that they can make accommodations
• To obtain a student discount, a valid student ID must be shown on the day of the tour. If a student does not have valid student ID, they may be changed the full ticket price for entry which must be paid on the day of the tour

Before you go

• Please ensure you arrive 10 minutes early and at the right meeting point as late arrivals cannot be accommodated
• If you are unable to find your guide 10 minutes before the starting time, please call the activity provider at +1 800-267-7581
• There are no refunds for missed tours
• Large bags and luggage cannot be brought into the Domus Aurea and there is no space on-site to leave your belongings therefore you are encouraged to leave these items at your hotel

Cancellation Policy

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

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About operator:

Through Eternity is a tour company in Italy that provides insightful guidance and commentary on historical and artistic sights, both well known and off the beaten track. The company has been providing exceptionally high quality cultural tourism since 1999. Our guides are all highly educated, fluent English-speaking professionals who bring history alive and provide deep cultural context. The company provides tours and excursions in Italy, Spain, France, Turkey, England and Greece. All Through Eternity's back-office staff are native English speakers.