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Ancient Rome: Shadows of the Empire
Rome, Italy

Ancient Rome: Shadows of the Empire

Discover the power of ancient Rome away from the Colosseum. Explore monumental ruins, sites of ancient entertainment, and hidden treasures of Roman markets.

3h 20min
Duration
3.6 km
Distance
8
places
38
stories

What to expect

Discover the power of ancient Rome away from the Colosseum. Explore monumental ruins, sites of ancient entertainment, and hidden treasures of Roman markets.

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Audio quality
Professional narration
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Content
History and culture
Ancient Rome: Shadows of the Empire

8 unique places

Explore each location at your own pace

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Speed Valley: Circus Maximus

A vast green valley that was once the largest stadium in the world, the heart of Roman chariot races.

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Speed Valley: Circus Maximus
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Colossal SPA: Baths of Caracalla

The massive, brick ruins of the second largest public baths in the history of ancient Rome.

Colossal SPA: Baths of Caracalla
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03

Bull Market: Forum Boarium

The oldest Roman forum by the river, which in ancient times was the main cattle trading market and port.

Bull Market: Forum Boarium
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04

Ancient Lie Detector: Mouth of Truth

The famous stone disk in the portico of the church of Santa Maria in Cosmedin, known from legends as a lie detector.

Ancient Lie Detector: Mouth of Truth
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The Little Colosseum: Theatre of Marcellus

An ancient theater that became the inspiration for the Colosseum, and in the Middle Ages was transformed into a fortified fortress and palace.

The Little Colosseum: Theatre of Marcellus
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Sister's Market: Portico d'Ottavia

A monumental entrance gate, a remnant of a grand portico, which for centuries served as a Roman fish market.

Sister's Market: Portico d'Ottavia
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07

Memory of Stones: The Roman Ghetto

A labyrinth of charming streets with a tragic past, the heart of one of the oldest Jewish communities in Europe.

Memory of Stones: The Roman Ghetto
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Strikes in the Shadow: Largo di Torre Argentina

A sunken square full of ancient Roman temples. A historically significant site of Julius Caesar's betrayal and death, and today a sanctuary for Roman cats.

Strikes in the Shadow: Largo di Torre Argentina
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Everything you need for your tour

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Audio guide

Professional narration in multiple languages with fascinating stories about each place.

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Interactive map

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Stories and legends

Discover fascinating stories, legends, and historical anecdotes about each place.

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Architecture

Learn about architectural styles, buildings, and monuments along the route.

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