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Domus Aurea Tour (Nero’s Golden House)

Summary Description

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.

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
  • Description

    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 ***

    Included / Excluded
    What's Included
    • • Exclusive access to the Domus Aurea
    • • English-speaking, archaeologist guide
    • • Tickets and reservation fees
    What's Not Included
    • • Transportation to and from the meeting and end points
    • • Gratuities (optional)
    Important Information
    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
    Know 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

    Cancellation Policy: standard

    Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

    Cancellation Notes: 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

    Options

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    RETAIL PRICE
    Adult (13-64 years) $69.00
    Redemption Information

    Tickets will be held at the box office