Ancient and Medieval Rome : through the Undergrounds of Trastevere
The name of the neighborhood "Trastevere" literally means "Beyond the Tiber". In ancient times, Jews and freedmen (slaves who had purchased their freedom) lived here. Trastevere is one of the most beautiful and ancient neighborhoods of the city, rich in history, legends and underground places. We will begin our journey to discover some Domus (ancient Roman houses) under the church of Santa Cecilia in Trastevere. Walking through the small streets of Trastevere, we will talk about its curiosities and particularities, arriving at the church of Santa Maria in Cappella. A small unknown church dating back to the eleventh century. We will then accompany you to the Tiber Island to show you where Rome was born. The experience is suitable for everyone.
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What's included in Ancient and Medieval Rome : through the Undergrounds of Trastevere
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TrasteverePass-by Only
We will move to the charming alleys of Trastevere to understand how the ancient district has been transformed from antiquity until today, always maintaining its Badges aspect consisting of its labyrinthine shape and its views rich in history.
Santa Cecilia in Trastevere
You will be accompanied by our expert guides to discover one of the most ancient basilicas of Christianity: Santa Cecilia in Trastevere, dating back to 220 AD. Here, after admiring the surface part of the basilica, we will descend into the basement of Santa Cecilia in Trastevere, where we will have the opportunity to visit the remains of an ancient Roman settlement among amphorae, mosaics and ancient structures such as ancient Roman domus. But it doesn't end there: because in the basement you will also find the sacred place where Santa Cecilia was martyred and the crypt dedicated to her in 1913, a real jewel of Art Deco.
Santa Maria in Cappella
In the Church of Santa Maria in Cappella you will have the opportunity to visit one of the rare glimpses of a Rome that no longer exists: the medieval one. Here we will get away from the chaos of the city to enter a quiet and hidden place where our Guide will also illustrate the medieval history of the Eternal City in what was first a convent and then a hospital for pilgrims who visited Rome centuries ago.
Inclusions
- Entrance fee
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Appointment outside the church, in the front area.
End Points
- We will finish in the Tiber Island, one of the oldest places in the city.
