Hidden Rome - Private Tour with Driver

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Duration:6 hours (approx.)
Location: Rome, Italy

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This tour is designed for those who wish to enjoy a different Rome, away from the more touristic places, but still filled with wonders.Your English speaking driver will meet you at your hotel in the morning and you will start with a little drive outside the city.

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1. Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)
The Appian Way was a crucial road for the Roman Empire. It connected Rome to some of its most distant settlements. Originally built by Appius Claudius Caecus, the then-censor of Rome, the road connected Rome to Capua near Naples. Eventually, it extended more than 300 miles to Brindisi, Puglia on the Adriatic Coast, making it the widest and longest road in existence at the time. Called the “Queen of Roads,” it’s construction was truly momentous, especially considering it was built in 312 BC! Even compared to many of the other best attractions in Rome, The Appian Way is incredibly well-preserved. It’s made of large, flat stones, which have been firmly set in place by thousands of years of rain, wheels, and feet passing over them.
2. Catacombe San Sebastiano
This cemetery, named after the martyr St. Sebastian, who is buried here, was originally called "ad catacumbas". According to the widely acknowledged explanation, the name signifies "near the hollows", because of the mines of tuff located in this area. The name was later used generally to indicate all subterranean Christian cemeteries. Another ancient name of the cemetery was "Apostolic Memorial" (Memoria Apostolorum). The name derives from the liturgical celebrations, dedicated to the Apostles Peter and Paul, which took place here for a limited period in the first centuries. From the first century, the site had been intensely exploited and constructed upon. The caves and the tunnels of the mines were used for pagan and Christian rectangular wall tombs (loculi), as well smaller tombs (colombari) used to house urns. At least two residential buildings were constructed above ground, especially noted for their interior wall painting decorations.
3. Parco degli Acquedotti - Parco Archeologico dell'Appia Antica
Located on the outskirts of Rome, Parco degli Acquedotti is one of Rome’s most interesting parks. One of Rome’s must underexplored outdoor spaces, Parco degli Acquedotti offers a taste of the grandeur of the ancient empire’s famous aqueducts. The structures were built to bring fresh water from the mountains and countrysides into the city. That they still stand today is a testament to this incredible feat of engineering. Virtually tourist free, locals know that this section of Parco dell’Appia Antica is perfect for enjoying Rome’s near-perfect weather. Just a few miles from the center of Rome, the park contains long stretches of the Aqua Felix, as well as portions of the aqueduct known as Aqua Claudia. The wide expanses of meadows, dotted with umbrella pines and crisscrossed with the massive ancient ruins feels other worldly. The large grassy areas under the aqueducts are filled with picnicking families on the weekends, but you can also rent a bike to explore the park. Most simple of all is to visit Parco degli Acquedotti with plenty of time to stroll. Exploring the park on foot is one of the best free things to do in Rome throughout the year.
4. Terme di Caracalla
Built between the years 212 and 216 under the direction of Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Augustus, more commonly known as Emperor Caracalla, the Baths of Caracalla were one of the greatest and most spectacular thermal complexes in ancient times. In spite of the fact that today only the brick walls and large collapsed vaults remain, the remnant of the splendour of the Baths of Caracalla is still preserved.
5. Fiume Tevere
The Tiber is one of longest rivers in Italy, the second longest river after the Po. The Tiber is about 250 miles long and varies between 7 and 20 feet deep. It flows from the Apennines at Mount Fumaiolo through Rome and into the Tyrrhenian Sea at Ostia. Most of the city of Rome is to the east of the Tiber River. The area to the west, including the island in the Tiber, Insula Tiberina or Insula Sacra, was included in Region XIV of Caesar Augustus's administrative areas of the city of Rome.
6. Trastevere
Trastevere, sitting just down the Tiber from the Vatican, is a city within a city; an enclave with its own identity where the locals have generally greeted creeping commercialisation and ongoing attempts at gentrification with a wonderfully Roman disdain, flatly refusing to let such shenanigans impede on the richness of their daily lives. A strong sense of civic pride resides among the Medieval maze of piazzas and cobbled vicoli (alleyways). An old friend of mine, native born to the area, has even turned his back on following the capital’s beloved AS Roma football club and instead spends his weekends rooting for the Trastevere Calcio team (you can find them, should you look hard enough, down in the murky depths of the Italian game’s fourth tier). Not that this is an unwelcoming place. Far from it. Joining in the fun, becoming a part of Trastevere’s great bustling backdrop is easy to do, whether you’re simply sitting on the steps of the Piazza Trilussa or ordering a coffee at the counter of one of the area’s many bars.
7. Santa Maria in Trastevere
The recent restoration of one of Rome’s oldest churches has given new life to the 12th-century Pietro Cavallini mosaics (including his celebrated Vita della Vergine) and frescoes and marbles of more recent vintage. Domenichino’s gloriously Baroque 16th-century octagonal gold ceiling also houses one of his greatest paintings, L’Assunzione della Vergine (1616-1617). Dating back to the third century at least, the church has a decent claim to being the first official Christian place of worship in the city.
8. Colle del Gianicolo
The Janiculum is one of the best locations in Rome for a scenic view of central Rome with its domes and bell towers. Other sights on the Janiculum include the church of San Pietro in Montorio, on what was formerly thought to be the site of St Peter's crucifixion; a small shrine known as the Tempietto, designed by Donato Bramante, marks the supposed site of Peter's death. The Janiculum also houses a Baroque fountain built by Pope Paul V in the late 17th century, the Fontana dell'Acqua Paola, and several foreign research institutions, including the American Academy in Rome and the Spanish Academy in Rome. The Hill is also the location of The American University of Rome, Pontifical Urban University, and Pontifical North American College, as well as the Orto Botanico dell'Università di Roma "La Sapienza" and the Palazzo Montorio, residence of the Ambassadors of Spain.

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Posted By : OntheRoadfromATL
A work colleague told me about this private tour with Rome in a limousine. He had taken it a few years ago. I set it up for three couples celebrating a lifetime of friendship.

It couldn't have been better.

The van was uber comfortable.

The office manager, Jany, helped us through ideas and last-minute changes of plans with flawless ease.

Our driver, Nick, couldn't have been better. Intelligent, knowledgeable about current and past events, and funny. Funny is important to us.

We saw more of the city and parts of it I'd never seen (this was my second trip to Rome). We saw all the must-sees, you know what they are, and some hidden gems.
Plus, he stopped often enough for the obligatory selfies that satisfied us.

It was a perfect day and a perfect way to see Rome.

The Trip Advisor tips also tell me to add any negatives. Once I think of one, I'll rewrite it.

The bonus is that Nick dropped us off for lunch at a recommended spot. From the outside, I would never have picked it—there was no outdoor seating, for example. But one glance at the tables packed with locals, and I knew we were in the right spot.

The meal now ranks in my official top 5 of all our world travels over twenty-plus years.

Look for the review soon. Put it on your list, as well as Nick and Rome in Limo.
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Posted On : 2024-05-25 10:21:51

Posted By : Janet_M
The guide started strong but then lost interest. He did not have much knowledge of many of the places on the tour. The tour is described as “ guided” but there was no guiding at any of our stops except at the Aurelian wall and briefly on the Appian Way. We were just left to enter the baths of Caracalla and were not even taken to the top of the Janiculum Hill.
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Posted On : 2024-04-27 16:46:17

Posted By : Claudio_S
Great tour in Rome going to places that are not that usual. Pietro was a great tour guide/driver and the 6 hours went fast. It was a very fulfilling experience visiting so many historical places there.
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Posted On : 2024-03-08 07:56:32

Posted By : Sandi_M
This tour was excellent for those who have already seen the major highlights and want to see some extras that are not on the regular path. It was also very nice to have some flexibility about where we went, based on what our interests were. Thank you for being so considerate of our time and taking us all over the city to find the best hidden gems. Truly a memorable day. Comfortable and clean vehicle, too! Could not ask for more,
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Posted On : 2023-12-04 23:16:36

Posted By : spbergfamily
We appreciated seeing parts of Rome we wouldn't have found ourselves. Visiting the Appian Way and walking in/on the old city walls. Our guide, Stefano, was personable and gave us lots of information to process. He was able to adapt to our interests. Catacomb tour was good. Would recommend this tour for seeing interesting parts of Rome.
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Posted On : 2023-10-28 11:08:24

Posted By : P8124QHangelag
We had an amazing two days exploring Rome thanks to Jany and Nick! Jany was so helpful in picking the right tours for our group of 7 adults and limited tim frame before our cruise. All inquires )and I had many) were answered promptly and went above and beyond what I expected to help me plan when we needed tickets etc.
when we arrived in Rome we were met at the airport by our amazing driver and guide, Nick. He was so wonderful. He was a very knowledgeable, handled the traffic and tight spaces like a pro, a real joy to spend two days with. The rest of our trip we kept saying “well Nick would have…” lol. We had limited time and tight turnarounds for tour times but he was able to let us see everything we planned. On our second day he picked us up at our hotel and continued our tour with some more hidden gems, and then took us to our cruise ship. It was a stress free, well organized, and more than expected.
Would highly recommend this team for your tour of Rome!
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Posted On : 2023-07-26 23:49:39

Posted By : marylouise_r
brilliant day, our driver / guide stefano was very well informed, told us in detail all aspects of our trip, pick up prompt, great day out, would highly recomend
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Posted On : 2023-05-28 13:33:20

Posted By : pauleG7125VB
Our tour with Piero was absolutely wonderful! He took us to places we wanted to see and got us close enough so any walking was short and easy. Since we were there on Easter Monday, some sites were unavailable. But he more than made up for them. We got advance tickets for a self-guided tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Piero took us to the best drop-off site and was there when we exited the Colosseum. Plus, the stop for gilato near Piazza Navona was just what we needed for a snack! Our tour started at the hotel in Rome and ended embarking at the Viking Star at the Port of Citavecchia.
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Posted On : 2023-05-03 13:47:53

Posted By : Laura_A
Michel was prompt, accommodating and the van was new and comfortable. He picked us up at our apartment, which is a definite plus. We did not have to walk to and try to find a pickup point in another part of the city, which is something I personally don’t like to do.
Michel made certain that he covered places that we wanted to see and focused on areas that he knew were a priority for us. He was very pleasant and easy to be with, sharing his knowledge of Rome, both historically and culturally…..and pointing out places to eat along the way! He stopped at a sandwich shop that was wonderful and because it was in a busy area we would have missed otherwise. It didn’t have other tourists there, which was a plus.
This is a great way to see parts of Rome that other tourists may miss.
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Posted On : 2023-04-06 03:35:02

Posted By : Carlos R
This is the best way to see Rome. Our private driver, who accompanied us 3 days out our week stay, was absolutely fantastic. Peter showed us Rome and we enjoyed every minute of our tours. He is so enthusiastic and knowledgeable about ever thing and took a personal interest in my family. Definite 10 out of 10 experience. Well worth the price for the personal experience. We will use this service when we return with Peter, of course.
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Posted On : 2023-03-28 19:28:07