A tip based walk that tells how Rome grew from a republic into an empire, from Piazza del Popolo through the sites that marked its rise, with the guide paid by what you give at the end, rated 4.95 across 183 reviews. The booking fee at €4 per person only reserves your spot, tips are not included. Infant seats are available.
This tour takes you on a journey through the history of the Eternal City. It explores the sites and structures that marked Rome's rise to becoming a superpower of the Mediterranean .
You will hear about the Republic of Rome, one of the first versions of democracy in human history, and then its transformation into the Roman Empire through a series of civil wars. Unquestionably the most enduring empire in western history, this tour will try to explain why that system eventually failed, leading to the fall of Rome, and a succession of new powers controlling the Italian peninsula.
You will witness the works of great masters such as Bernini in the pinnacacle of Italian Baroque. Starting the tour where a pilgrim would enter the city, you will finish where their pilgrimage would end, close to the largest Christian church in the world, St Peter's.
By the end of your tour, we are certain Rome will feel like a very different place.
This tour runs daily, departing at 11:00. Scheduled through December 2026. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 12, 2026.
Meet the guide at Porta del Popolo, the gate to Piazza del Popolo. On the outside are two sculptures. The sculpture on the left, of a man holding a book is where you will find your guide.
We finish the tour outside Castle Sant'Angelo with a view over the St. Peter's Basilica
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| 1+ days | Full refund |
| 0-1 days | No refund |