Villa Medici & Squares and Fountains Private Day Tour
This private walking tour of Rome, is perfect in order to discover some of the most beautiful attractions in the heart of the Eternal City and is also a great introduction for the first time visitor in Rome. Stroll through Rome’s historic center with your private guide by your side, and discover its most impressive iconic sights. You will see the famous Trevi Fountain, where you can throw in your coin to guarantee your return to Rome, the restored Spanish Steps, the magnificent Piazza del Popolo with its oldest world obelisk, the Pantheon the best preserved temple of the Ancient City and Piazza Navona, built on the ruins of the Emperor Domitian’s stadium, and now adorned by Bernini’s Fountain of the Four Rivers. The Villa Medici, founded by Ferdinando I de' Medici, Grand Duke of Tuscany and now property of the French State, has housed the French Academy in Rome.
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Villa Medici & Squares and Fountains Private Day Tour
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What's included in Villa Medici & Squares and Fountains Private Day Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Villa Medici - Accademia di Francia a Roma
A guided tour of Villa Medici reveals one of the finest examples of a Renaissance villa, once the residence of Cardinal Ferdinando I de’ Medici and, since 1803, home to the French Academy in Rome. The tour traces the history of the site from its ancient origins to the major transformations of the Renaissance and contemporary eras. During the visit you will be able to explore the emblematic places of Villa Medici, such as the historic gardens and rooms, as well as the more hidden corners, such as the studiolo of Ferdinando de’ Medici, also known as the “Bird Room.” Located on the Pincio Hill, Villa Medici also offers a breathtaking view of the historic center of Rome.
Piazza Di Spagna
It was built in order to link the the Trinità dei Monti church that was under the patronage of the king of France, with the Spanish square below. The long, triangular Spanish square is named after the Spanish Embassy to the Holy See.
Piazza Navona
The Piazza Navona is located in the heart of the historic center, not far from the Pantheon. it’s one of the most beautiful and famous square of Rome! There, you can admire the the Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers.
Inclusions
- Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
- Professional Private Guide in Villa Medici
- Professional Private Guide along the walking tour
- Licensed Tour Leader
- Entrance tickets in Villa Medici
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food & Beverage
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when shared with 2 paying adults
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Pick up at 8:30 am or 2:00 pm. at your accomodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up address. N.B.: If your accomodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up.
