4.9(12 reviews)
Rome Squares and Fountains Walking Tour
From€58
2 hours
Province of Rome, Italy
About this activity
Join a guided walking tour through Rome's iconic squares and fountains, including the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and Piazza Navona, led by an expert local guide.
Highlights
- Explore the Trevi Fountain's grandeur
- Stroll up the iconic Spanish Steps
- Discover the art of Piazza Navona
- Learn about Rome's rich history
- Enjoy a leisurely walk through Rome's heart
Full description
Immerse yourself in the heart of Rome with a guided walking tour that unveils the city's most iconic squares and fountains. Marvel at the grandeur of the Trevi Fountain, ascend the historic Spanish Steps, and admire the artistic treasures of Piazza Navona. Your expert local guide will share captivating stories and historical insights, bringing Rome's rich heritage to life. This leisurely 2-hour stroll offers a perfect blend of history, art, and culture, making it an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour of Rome's iconic squares and fountains
- Visit to the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and Piazza Navona
- Expert local guide sharing historical insights
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
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Pass by: The Church of Santissima Trinità dei Monti, often called simply Trinità dei Monti (French: La Trinité-des-Monts), is a Roman Catholic late Renaissance titular church in Rome, central Italy. It is best known for its position above the Spanish Steps which lead down to the famous Piazza di Spagna. The church and its surrounding area (including the Villa Medici) are a French State property.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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The Spanish Steps (Italian: Scalinata di Trinità dei Monti) in Rome, Italy, climb a steep slope between the Piazza di Spagna at the base and Piazza Trinità dei Monti, dominated by the Trinità dei Monti church, at the top. The monumental stairway of 135 steps [1] is linked with the Trinità dei Monti church under the patronage of the Bourbon kings of France, at the top of the steps, and the Spanish Embassy to the Holy See in the Palazzo Monaldeschi at the bottom of the steps. The stairway was designed by the architects Francesco de Sanctis and Alessandro Specchi.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NO
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The Trevi Fountain (Italian: Fontana di Trevi) is an 18th-century fountain in the Trevi district in Rome, Italy, designed by Italian architect Nicola Salvi and completed by Giuseppe Pannini in 1762[1] and several others. Standing 26.3 metres (86 ft) high and 49.15 metres (161.3 ft) wide,[2] it is the largest Baroque fountain in the city and one of the most famous fountains in the world.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: YES
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The Pantheon (UK: /ˈpænθiən/, US: /-ɒn/;[1] Latin: Pantheum,[nb 1] from Greek Πάνθειον Pantheion, "[temple] of all the gods") is a former Roman temple and, since AD 609, a Catholic church (Basilica Santa Maria ad Martyres or Basilica of St. Mary and the Martyrs) in Rome, Italy. It was built on the site of an earlier temple commissioned by Marcus Agrippa during the reign of Augustus (27 BC – AD 14), then after that burnt down, the present building was ordered by the emperor Hadrian and probably dedicated c. AD 126. Its date of construction is uncertain, because Hadrian chose not to inscribe the new temple but rather to retain the inscription of Agrippa's older temple.[2](outside visit)
Duration: 15 minAdmission: NO
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Piazza Navona (pronounced [ˈpjattsa naˈvoːna]) is a public open space in Rome, Italy. It is built on the site of the 1st century AD Stadium of Domitian and follows the form of the open space of the stadium in an elongated oval.[1] The ancient Romans went there to watch the agones ("games"), and hence it was known as "Circus Agonalis" ("competition arena"). It is believed that over time the name changed to in avone to navone and eventually to navona. In the 17th century it became a showcase for Baroque design, with work by Bernini and Borromini among others. The Fountain Of Four Rivers stands in front of the Church of Sant'Agnese in Agone.
Duration: 15 minAdmission: NO
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Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi (Fountain of the Four Rivers) is a fountain in the Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy. It was designed in 1651 by Gian Lorenzo Bernini for Pope Innocent X whose family palace, the Palazzo Pamphili, faced onto the piazza as did the church of Sant'Agnese in Agone of which Innocent was the sponsor.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NO
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Pass by: The Mausoleum of Hadrian, also known as Castel Sant'Angelo (Italian pronunciation: [kaˈstɛl sanˈtandʒelo]; English: Castle of the Holy Angel), is a towering rotunda (cylindrical building) in Parco Adriano, Rome, Italy. It was initially commissioned by the Roman Emperor Hadrian as a mausoleum for himself and his family. The popes later used the building as a fortress and castle, and it is now a museum. The structure was once the tallest building in Rome.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Ponte Sant'Angelo, originally the Aelian Bridge or Pons Aelius, is a Roman bridge in Rome, Italy, completed in 134 AD by Roman Emperor Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus), to span the Tiber from the city centre to his newly constructed mausoleum, now the towering Castel Sant'Angelo. The bridge is faced with travertine marble and spans the Tiber with five arches, three of which are Roman; it was approached by means of a ramp from the river. The bridge is now solely pedestrian and provides a scenic view of Castel Sant'Angelo. It links the rioni of Ponte (which was named after the bridge itself), and Borgo, to which the bridge administratively belongs.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Scenic Vew | The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter in the Vatican (Italian: Basilica Papale di San Pietro in Vaticano), or simply Saint Peter's Basilica (Latin: Basilica Sancti Petri), is a church of the Italian High Renaissance located in Vatican City, an independent microstate enclaved within the city of Rome, Italy. It was initially planned in the 15th century by Pope Nicholas V and then Pope Julius II to replace the ageing Old St. Peter's Basilica, which was built in the fourth century by Roman emperor Constantine the Great. Construction of the present basilica began on 18 April 1506 and was completed on 18 November 1626.
Duration: 1 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine
- Children under 6 can join for free
- Photography is allowed; please be respectful of local customs
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated
- Be prepared for possible crowds at popular sites
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Dress code is smart casual
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Mandatory meeting time for the walking tour is 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time
- Activity subjected on weather conditions. Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather are beyond our control. In this instance the company reserves the right to propose an alternative to this activity.
- For the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
- The order in which the sites will be visited may vary.
- Every refund request MUST be done within and not later than 48 hours from the day of the tour
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Walking tour
So much to see in Rome. We would have missed many great sites and we certainly would have lacked the historical meaning and emotion associated with the sites had it not been for our guide. She was without a doubt invaluable for anyone interested in understanding Roman culture and history. Thank you!
Peter_MSep 28, 2024VIATOR
Best Ever Walking Tour of Rome
Sabrina was the best guide ever and gave us way more than we anticipated. Her love for Rome shines through and her explanations were awesome. Couldn't be happier!
Patricia_DJun 6, 2024VIATOR
Stupendous
Our guide Sabrina was wonderful and so knowledgeable about history. An absolute pleasure. I highly recommend her and the tour.
David_BMay 9, 2024VIATOR
This tour is a must!!
Sabrina was our guide and I cannot stress enough how amazing she was! The tour itself is giving you the opportunity to see the highlights of the city and understand what is depicted, when was it created and by whom. Moreover, the fact that we had Sabrina as our guide made everything 10 times better, she's extremely knowledgeable and her love for the history of Rome and of each monument is transmitted to the group and becomes contagious. Don't hesitate to purchase this tour, you will not regret it! And if Sabrina is your guide, she will go above and beyond to exceed your expectations!
konstantinal528Apr 27, 2024TRIPADVISOR
Beautiful informative walk through
What a beautiful walk and so incredibly informative. We walked away inspired and part of a small family. There is so much to learn about everything you see around you in Rome. This was worth it! THANK YOU
shaniwoodAug 16, 2022TRIPADVISOR
Additional information
Dress code is smart casual
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Mandatory meeting time for the walking tour is 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time
Activity subjected on weather conditions. Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather are beyond our control. In this instance the company reserves the right to propose an alternative to this activity.
For the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
The order in which the sites will be visited may vary.
Every refund request MUST be done within and not later than 48 hours from the day of the tour