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The Vatican and Rome. 2000 years of history

Duration: 2h
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Guru: Manuel
Quality Verified Registered on October 07, 2021

I am an authorized guide of Rome and its province and for more than 20 years I have been involved in the illustration of the treasures of Rome with dedication and passion for cultural diffusion. In addition to a first degree in Political Science, I have a Bachelor's Degree in Art History and another in Classical Archaeology. I like to tell the history and art of Rome, always trying to stimulate the attention and curiosity of the participants in my tours.

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

A route particularly recommended for those interested in learning more about the history of the Vatican and its two-thousand-year relationship with Rome!
Why is St. Peter's Basilica located in the Vatican? When was it built? Why does the Vatican have this name? What is the "Passetto"? The tour will allow you to answer these and many other questions, guiding you on an itinerary full of charm and history.
Through an in-depth overview from the outside we will examine:

  • Piazza Cavour (start of the tour)
  • Sant'Angelo castel
  • Via della Conciliazione
  • Passetto di Borgo
  • Vatican walls
  • St. Peter's Square (end of tour)

At the end, on their own behalf, the participants can choose to visit the interior of St. Peter's Basilica and, if they wish, go to the Vatican Museums, whose entrance is not far from the square.
So do not hesitate to discover together the Vatican, the beating heart of the Church of Rome, its history and its treasures!
For a thorough understanding of the history of the city through other relevant places, I also recommend:
https://www.guruwalk.com/it/walks/39884-alla-scoperta-dell-antica-roma-free-walking-tour-dal-campidoglio-al-colosseo
https://www.guruwalk.com/it/walks/34739-trastevere-isola-tiberina-e-il-ghetto (in English)

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    WF49+4R5 Rome, Metropolitan City of R...
    WF49+4R5 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
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    I will be at the right side of the central monument of Cavour square (looking at the Palace of Justice) with a sign reading "Vatican tour"

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Piazza Cavour
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Engelsburg
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Vatican
  • 4
    Outside visit
    St. Peter's Square
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Via della Conciliazione

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

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Paola 18 Jul 2023
Mexico City

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Travelled in couple - Jul 2023
Manuel ha sido el mejor guía que he tenido (llevo tomando este tipo de tours durante años) es muy profesional con un conocimiento sorprendente y pasión al explicar todo! Gracias Manuel eres el mejor
Adria 06 Apr 2023
Turin

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2023
Same comment thanks
Annamaria 01 Apr 2023
The Hague

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
Manuel was very kind and informative. We learned a lot. Great tour.
ALVARO 31 Mar 2023
Montevideo

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
Gran guia Manuel, respetuoso, serio y muy profesional. Comenzó el tour en horario y transmitió de forma muy concreta, ademas respondió cada una de las preguntas realizadas.
Rosario 31 Mar 2023
Burgos

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Travelled in family - Mar 2023
Mucho datos que se desconocen habitualmente, se le oía muy bien y habla perfectamente el español Gracias por el rato
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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