Underground Basilicas and Foro Boario Private Tour
Highlights
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Spend a few hours getting to know some of Rome's lesser-known sights, including historic churches, with this small-group walking tour. Begin the tour near the ancient Roman cattle forum, Foro Boario, where you'll meet your guide. Learn about two important temples in the area – the Temple of Portunos and the Temple of Hercules, Ionic and round styles respectively. Walk across the Palatino Bridge to see what's left of the ancient Roman Ponte Rotto (which means 'Broken Bridge'). Hear about how this bridge dates from the 2nd century A.D. Continue into the Trastevere neighborhood to see the church of Santa Cecilia. Admire the tomb of the saint as you hear about the popular legend of the church being built atop the saint's former home. Stroll through charming Trastevere to the church of San Crisogono to see 8th-century frescoes from an earlier church on the site, unearthed during archaeological work.
Summary
Spend a few hours getting to know some of Rome's lesser-known sights, including historic churches, with this small-group walking tour.
Begin the tour near the ancient Roman cattle forum, Foro Boario, where you'll meet your guide. Learn about two important temples in the area – the Temple of Portunos and the Temple of Hercules, Ionic and round styles respectively.
Walk across the Palatino Bridge to see what's left of the ancient Roman Ponte Rotto (which means 'Broken Bridge'). Hear about how this bridge dates from the 2nd century A.D. Continue into the Trastevere neighborhood to see the church of Santa Cecilia. Admire the tomb of the saint as you hear about the popular legend of the church being built atop the saint's former home.
Stroll through charming Trastevere to the church of San Crisogono to see 8th-century frescoes from an earlier church on the site, unearthed during archaeological work.
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Duration
3 hours
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Why take this tour?
Admire Rome’s underground treasures on a 3-hour, private walking tour. After exploring the ancient cattle market of Foro Boario, you’ll discover temple ruins, millennia-old bridges, and the streets of Trastevere. It’s in this neighborhood that the real gems await. Head underground at the Church of Santa Cecilia and the Basilica of San Crisogono to discover a basement crypt and the remains of an ancient frescoed church.
What’s included?
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Professional guide -
Food and drinks
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Gratuities
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Before you book
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Duration: 3h
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Mobile tickets accepted
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Instant confirmation
Cancellation Policy
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
About operator:
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