Column of Marcus Aurelius (Colonna di Marco Aurelio) Tours
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Soaring more than 100 feet (30 meters) above Piazza Colonna, the Column of Marcus Aurelius (Colonna di Marco Aurelio) is a striking ancient landmark in Rome. Erected in the second century to commemorate the emperor’s Danubian War, the column features intricate bas relief carvings that spiral upwards, depicting scenes of war and conquest.
The Basics
This Roman victory monument in Piazza Colonna—once the northern boundary of ancient Rome—is covered with bas relief scenes that benefit from a guide. Join a tour for details; take a private or small-group walking tours of Rome that visits the column and provides skip-the-line access to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Many historic city center tours by bike or Segway include the column and the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and Piazza Navona.
Things to Know Before You Go
How to Get There
The Column of Marcus Aurelius is located in Piazza Colonna in the historic center of Rome, halfway between the Fountain of Trevi and Pantheon. The nearest transportation hub is Piazza Barberini, with a metro line A stop and a number of bus stops.
When to Get There
The best time to visit the Column of Marcus Aurelius is during mild spring or fall months, when Rome is less crowded. The column can be enjoyed on a daytime or evening tour, as it is illuminated at night.
Friezes on the Column of Marcus Aurelius
The 28 blocks of Carrara marble that form the Column of Marcus Aurelius are carved in astonishing detail, depicting scenes of expeditions, battles, the plunder of villages, and even a miracle storm that saved the Roman troops. Though the column is modeled after the earlier Trajan’s Column, the style of the reliefs is more dramatic, a reflection of the evolution of Roman art in late antiquity.
The Basics
This Roman victory monument in Piazza Colonna—once the northern boundary of ancient Rome—is covered with bas relief scenes that benefit from a guide. Join a tour for details; take a private or small-group walking tours of Rome that visits the column and provides skip-the-line access to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Many historic city center tours by bike or Segway include the column and the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and Piazza Navona.
Things to Know Before You Go
- A stop at the Column of Marcus Aurelius is especially interesting for Roman history enthusiasts.
- Wear a hat and sunscreen as ancient Rome tours spend lots of time outside.
- Wheelchair users can access the square surrounding the column.
- To see the bas relief scenes at the top of the column, bring a pair of binoculars for an “up-close” view.
How to Get There
The Column of Marcus Aurelius is located in Piazza Colonna in the historic center of Rome, halfway between the Fountain of Trevi and Pantheon. The nearest transportation hub is Piazza Barberini, with a metro line A stop and a number of bus stops.
When to Get There
The best time to visit the Column of Marcus Aurelius is during mild spring or fall months, when Rome is less crowded. The column can be enjoyed on a daytime or evening tour, as it is illuminated at night.
Friezes on the Column of Marcus Aurelius
The 28 blocks of Carrara marble that form the Column of Marcus Aurelius are carved in astonishing detail, depicting scenes of expeditions, battles, the plunder of villages, and even a miracle storm that saved the Roman troops. Though the column is modeled after the earlier Trajan’s Column, the style of the reliefs is more dramatic, a reflection of the evolution of Roman art in late antiquity.
Address: Piazza Colonna, Rome 00186, Italy
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See some of the most beautiful architecture, fountains and squares in Rome on this walking tour of the city’s historical center. Stroll along cobbled laneways, stopping to visit famous attractions like the Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, the Spanish Steps and the Pantheon. A break for gelato or coffee is included. When booking, you have the option to upgrade to include a tour of the Colosseum and other Ancient Rome sites beforehand.
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Kid-FriendlyIlluminated Rome Tour for Kids and Families with Gelato and Pizza
Experience Rome after dark with a family-friendly 2.5-hour tour. Follow your kid-loving guide to sites such as the Marcus Aurelius Column, Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, and the Trevi Fountain. Kids can complete fun activities such as photo contests, quizzes, and treasure hunts. Drinks, pizza, and gelato included.
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Explore Rome without the hassle of navigating on a private tour of the city center. Pass by landmarks such as Piazza Navona, the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, and the Pantheon along the way, while your guide provides little–known facts and anecdotes often unheard by visitors. Unlike inflexible, large–group day tours, a private tour ensures the full attention of your guide and customized experience.
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- Seize the day and head out into the gorgeous Mediterranean, early-morning light, to experience Rome's full beauty before the crowds fill her up.
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This 6-hour private tour will enable you to see many of the city's highlights in one day. Your private guide Marco will be both formative and entertaining as you enjoy the Colosseum (including inside), the Roman Forum, the “Vittoriano”, Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, and Piazza Navona, as well as the Vatican, including the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Admission fees are included.
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Leave the logistics to the experts and take in Rome’s treasures in a single day with this private tour. Meet your guide at the Colosseum and zip past the crowds with skip-the-line tickets to the ancient amphitheater and nearby Roman Forum. Afterwards, stroll through the city center to admire landmarks like the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona. End with priority access to tour the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica.
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Full-day ToursShore Excursion to Rome, Private Tour: Skip-the-line Colosseum, Vatican & More!
Join this shore excursion to Rome and be driven, in a private car with AC, to a private tour of Rome’s highlights. Enjoy your expert guide’s undivided attention as you discover Rome’s best.
First, tour the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. See where Caesar was assassinated and enjoy the view of Ancient Rome. Enter the Colosseum and discover the violent history of this bloody amphitheater.
In the UNESCO historic center, visit the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain – throw a coin in to return! In the Pantheon you’ll discover the world’s best-preserved Roman Temple. On to Campo de’Fiori and Piazza Navona; two beautiful piazzas with remarkable histories.
After a lunch break, discover all the beauty of Vatican City. In the Museums, you’ll see great works by Raphael and astonishing ancient statues. Stand below Michelangelo’s incomparable frescoes in the Sistine Chapel to experience the drama and glory yourself. Finally, see St. Peter’s Basilica; an architectural and spiritual wonder.
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Have only one day to discover the best of Rome? On this private, full-day tour, you’ll see the city’s major highlights without any of the hassle. First, discover the wonders of ancient Rome: meet your guide in the morning at the Colosseum before continuing to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Next, admire the Piazza Navona, see the Trevi Fountain, and stop by the Pantheon. Finally, one-way transfer will whisk you to the Vatican, where you’ll have time to explore the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, and beyond.
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- 7 to 8 hours
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Join us for this amazing 6 hour tour, accompanied by an expert private guide. You’ll see the very best of Rome, including the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Il Vittoriano, Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and finally the Vatican City; home to the beautiful Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Entrance fees are included.
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- 6 hours
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Private and LuxurySmall-Group Tour of Rome City Center (Max 12 people)
Discover the top historic landmarks of Rome during this small-group walking tour. Join a guide for a stroll through the Eternal City to see popular attractions including Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, and Campo de’ Fiori. Get an introduction to the city center of Rome and complete the experience with a scoop of gelato at a traditional gelateria.
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- 2 hours 30 minutes
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Enjoy this 6-hour private tour to see the city's many highlights in one day, together with your expert, local guide who will give you insight into the history of each place, and entertain you with legends and stories along the way.
Meet your guide at the Colosseum and enjoy a visit inside the most famous amphitheatre to see where the Emperors were entertained by gladiator fights and spectacles. Walk towards the Roman Forum and see the impressive archaeological ruins of the ancient centre of Rome. From here you'll head to Piazza Venezia as you make your way to the famous Trevi Fountain. Marvel at the beauty of the Baroque fountain and throw a coin in to ensure your return to Rome. Next is the best-preserved monument in Rome, the Pantheon. Walk towards the sporting stadium of Piazza Navona and see Bernini's famous fountain. The last stop is to the Vatican City. Visit the Vatican Museums, the wonderful Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica.
All admission fees are included.
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Unlock the secrets of the ancient Roman Empire with the help of a private guide on this full-day walking tour. Travel back in time at Rome’s most important ancient monuments including the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Pantheon and Theatre of Marcellus, where you’ll learn about daily life and legends from Rome’s imperial past. Beat the long queues with skip-the-line access to the most popular sites, and feel free to ask all the questions you like on this customizable tour. Stop to rest your feet midday with leisure time for lunch.
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- 7 hours
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If you want to have a first overview about Rome and you are looking for an engaging experience for you and your kids: that's the product you have to choose.
You will play games, activities, scavenger hunts with your licensed to-rated kid-friendly guide and have a lot of fun while visiting the highlights of the Roman city center, such as: Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona and much more.
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In case you want to get as much as you can spending a full day in Rome, that is trhe perfect activity for you! Your guide will engage eveyone in the group with activities, games, scavenger hunts! Everyone will have fun!
Moreover you will not miss the very best of Rome such as: the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Navona square, the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica.
During the tour there will be 1 hour a lunch break (not included in the price).
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- 7 to 8 hours
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Overnight ToursAll Inclusive Best of Rome and Florence, 2 Days Package with Transfers & Tickets
You’ll enjoy this 2 day private tour that will show you the breathtaking ancient wonders of Rome, Pisa and Florence!
Day 1: A private guide will take you on an entertaining tour of the Colosseum (inside and out), the Roman Forum, Il Vittoriano, Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona. You’ll also see the Vatican, and the incredible Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Entrance fees are included.
Day 2: A private, full-day tour takes you from Rome to Pisa, then to Florence. Your private driver will take you on a pleasant drive from your hotel in Rome to Pisamfor a self-guided visit. After that, your tour continues to Florence, where you will meet a local guide for a tour of the city's major attractions, including Michelangelo's David!
Then, you’ll return to Rome in the evening with your wonderful memories and lots of photos.
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- 2 days
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- 2 days
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Private Sightseeing ToursPrivate Kid-Friendly Rome Highlights Tour by Alessandra w Spanish Steps & Trevi
Treat yourself with this engaging city tour, tailored for children and families with Alessandra, a top rated kid-friendly guide!
Alessandra will lead you for a 2.5 hour nice walk through downtown Rome where you will see hidden treasures that you wouldn’t notice without an expert guide with excellent local knowledge.
You will start from Spanish Steps and its area, you'll admire Trevi fountain, take a stroll in the Pantheon, the best-preserved temple of Ancient Rome and one of the most amazing buildings in the city. At the end you will stop in Piazza Navona, with its three fountains, the Egyptian Obelisk, the Pamphili Palace, and the Church of Saint Agnes.
Visit the must-see places in downtown Rome with Alessandra to learn about art and history with your family while having fun at the same time. She will engage the entire family with a range of interactive activities.
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- 2 hours 30 minutes
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- 2 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
- Taking safety measures
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- Free Cancellation
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Private and LuxuryRome Highlights Kid-Friendly Private Tour by Alessandra w Gelato & Hotel Pick-up
Join Alessandra for an engaging city tour, specifically designed with children and families in mind!
The 2.5 hour walking tour in downtown Rome will start from the iconic Spanish Steps. You will continue the tour to the Trevi fountain, the biggest and most spectacular fountain in Rome.
Alessandra will lead you for a nice walk through downtown Rome where you will see hidden treasures that you wouldn’t notice without an expert guide with excellent local knowledge. You will take a stroll in the Pantheon, the best-preserved temple of Ancient Rome and one of the most amazing buildings in the city. At the end you will stop in Piazza Navona, with its three fountains, the Egyptian Obelisk, the Pamphili Palace, and the Church of Saint Agnes. Visit the must-see places in downtown Rome with Alessandra to learn about art and history with your family while having fun at the same time. She will engage the entire family with a range of interactive activities.
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- 2 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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$166.83
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Private Sightseeing ToursGreat Squares Temples & Fountains of Rome Tour for Kids by Francesca with Gelato
The great architecture and the lively atmosphere of Rome await you on this 2.5-hour private walking tour in the city centre.
Your family will visit places that you will forever remember, like the Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon. Francesca, a very knowledgeable local, kid-friendly guide, will accompany you in your exploration of Rome!
This tour is tailored to kids, so they will enjoy Rome and learn about its history at the same time.
And why not taste some good gelato while touring the city? It’s all included in this wonderful tour!
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- 2 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
- Taking safety measures
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$154.83
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- 2 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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Full-day ToursFull Day Piazzas and Fountains & Ancient Rome - Pick up and Lunch included
Explore several famous Roman landmarks.
Ater lunch, take a journey through one of the world’s true wonders!
Walking through history: visit the Colosseum, symbol of the ancient Roman times, and its surrounding area, the most important and beautiful archaeological site in the world.
The Palatine Hill, where the city of Rome was founded became, the most exclusive neighborhood where emperors and patrician families built opulent palaces owing to its proximity to the Forum and the seat of power.
For centuries, the Roman Forum was the center of public and economic life, where the most important structures of the ancient city were located.
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- 8 hours
- Free Cancellation
- Taking safety measures
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Rome is home to UNESCO–listed treasures dating back to the days of the Roman Empire, but navigating the city to see them alone can be challenging. On this Rome walking tour—ideal for first-time visitors—leave the map behind and explore the Italian capital with your guide. Get your bearings among top attractions like the Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain as your guide brings Rome’s history to life.
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- 3 hours
- Free Cancellation
- Taking safety measures
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$165.03
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Our Half Day Treasure Hunt Tour is the best way to explore Rome City center having fun. You will be engaged with activities, games, scavenger hunts and at the same time learn about roman art and history! You will be fascinated by its beauty, every corner will take you back to the past! We set up a treasure hunt with trivia, quizzes, photo contexts and many other activities in order to provide you a funny and unique experience.
Don't hesitate...let the Treasure Hunt begin!
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- 2 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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$46.81
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- 2 hours 30 minutes
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