Rome Walking Tours & Day Trips - Art, Architecture & History Tourism Guide
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Walking & Wine
Rome tours are available for every type of aficionado, no matter if you melt for Michelangelo or swoon at a sip of Pinot Grigio. From the traditional art and architecture tours to the uncommon ones on scandal and sabotage, every visitor can find a tour of interest.
Art Tours
So many Rome tours are based on great art that it's nearly impossible to pick. Choose to learn everything about fountains and frescoes or museums and Michelangelo; the choice is up to you.
Enjoy Rome offers a 'Caravaggio in Rome ' and a 'Bernini and the Baroque' tour. Tours typically last between two and four hours; tickets cost €15 for those under the age of 26 and €21 for over. Click here or call +39 06 445 890 to book.
To tour through the Borghese Galleries, the Vatican museums or St Peter's Basilica, contact Rayburn Tours or call 01332 347828 within the UK for specific tours, rates and information.
Architectural Tours
Through Eternity Cultural Association hosts Rome tours through the ancient temples, piazzas, statues and frescos that decorate the city. Visit their website for rates on specific tours or call +39 06 70 09 336.
For a look at Rome's modern architecture, sign up for Enjoy Rome's 'Fascist Rome Tour' of the buildings built during Mussolini's reign. Tickets cost €15 for those under the age of 26 and €21 for over. Call +39 06 445 890 to book.
Culinary and Gourmet
As the Romans Do offers a 'One Day Culinary Rome' tour. The tour begins with a cappuccino and pastry before a full day is spent browsing food markets and learning about classic Roman cuisine. The tour ends with a meal in a private Roman residence. Call +39 06 578 0144 or visit their website for rates and more information.
Embark on Enjoy Rome's 'Food, Wine and Caravaggio' tour for a 'gastro-cultural stroll' through the various neighbourhoods of Rome. Taste premium cheese, meats and sweets as well as quality wine from local shops and purveyors. Tickets cost €40 for those under 26 and €50 for over. Call +39 06 445 890 for more information.
Wine Tours
Wine tasting Rome tours lead guests through the city to visit a number of different enotecas, or wine bars, where they may enjoy warm or cold antipasti dishes while sampling various vintages.
Through Eternity Cultural Association begins their 3 ½ hour 'Feast of Bacchus' tour in Piazza Farnese where guests enjoy a glass of wine before winding through the city to sample various vintages and enjoy a pasta dinner. Tickets cost €50 per person, including wine and dinner. Call +39 06 70 09 336 to book.
Walking Tours
Rome Walks is responsible for all types of Rome tours; one of their most interesting is the 'Roman Scandal Tour.' The two hour tour is full of wicked tales about Romans past; learn about martyrs, crazy artists and evil emperors as you pay a visit to the famous Mouth of Truth. Tickets cost €30 per person; visit www.romewalks.it or call +39 34 779 55 175 for more information.
Rome Breaks
