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Castel Sant’Angelo: Skip-the-Line with Optional Audio Guide

1. Castel Sant’Angelo: Skip-the-Line with Optional Audio Guide

Step into the history of the Mausoleum of Hadrian, usually known as Castel Sant'Angelo, with skip-the-line entry privileges and an optional app-based audio guide. Don’t miss the chance to visit the Tomb of the Roman emperor Hadrian, also known as Hadrian's Mole. Explore one of the eternal city's most emblematic attractions in Rome. Located on the right bank of the Tiber and only a short distance from the Vatican City, the Castel Sant'Angelo is an ancient fortress with centuries of history. You'll learn about the ancient legend of Archangel Michael appearing atop the mausoleum, sheathing his sword, signaling the end of the plague of 590, and thus lending the castle its present name. Finish your experience with a panoramic view over Rome and the River Tiber from the castle terrace. This a great opportunity to take some photos of the Ponte Sant'Angelo bridge, also known as the Bridge of Angels.

Rome: City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Bus with Audioguide

2. Rome: City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Bus with Audioguide

Explore the Eternal City from a hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus with your 24, 48, or 72-hour ticket. Travel past the city's icons, leave the bus at any of the eight stops, and hop back on the next bus when you want to continue. Stay flexible while seeing all the amazing sights in Rome. Legend tells of Romulus and Remus and the 7 hills of Rome. Today the city is home to one of the world's largest churches, the Basilica di San Pietro of the Vatican, approached through a marvelous elliptical piazza. Among its other famous sights are the magnificent Colosseum, cinematic Trevi Fountain, and romantic Spanish Steps. With its vibrant café culture and quaint trattorias, Rome never fails to inspire. The full loop takes 100 minutes and you can jump off at any of the following points along the way: STOPS Stop 1: Terminal A Largo di Villa Peretti or Terminal B Largo di Villa Peretti Stop 2: Santa Maria Maggiore Stop 3: Colosseum Stop 4: Circo Massimo Stop 5: Piazza Venezia Stop 6: Vaticano  Stop 7: Fontana Di Trevi  Stop 8: Piazza Barberini

From Rome: Villa D'Este and Hadrian's Villa Tivoli Day Tour

3. From Rome: Villa D'Este and Hadrian's Villa Tivoli Day Tour

Depart Rome and transfer to Tivoli to tour 2 of Italy’s most impressive villas on this full-day tour of the Villa D'Este and Hadrian's Villa, with time to explore both magnificent country estates. Drive to Hadrian's Villa, built in the 2nd century by Emperor Hadrian, and once greater than the center of Imperial Rome. The largest and most luxurious residence ever built in Italy, it features an impressive array of imperial palaces, temples, theaters, thermal baths, and pools. After lunch, explore the grounds of the Villa D'Este and learn about the history and development of the villa, an enchanting site of the late Italian Renaissance. Once the home of Lucrezia Borgia's son, it is renowned for its spectacular gardens and trees, as well as its waterfalls and fountains. Highlights include the caryatids and columns of the Canopus and Serapeum, the pool and artificial grotto, named after an Egyptian city and temple dedicated to the god Serapis, and the Maritime Theatre, where a small Roman house was thought to have provided a retreat from the demands of court life.

Rome: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour

4. Rome: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour

The open-top, double-decker bus provides fantastic views and a great atmosphere to enjoy Rome's charm. From the iconic Colosseum and the famous Spanish Steps to the stunning Vatican, the city's history and majestic architecture will take your breath away. A fully narrated audio tour allows you to discover over 10 locations throughout the city with daily departures from the starting point at Termini Railway Station. You have the option to join the tour from any of the stops on the route. You may also experience the “eternal city” on foot with fantastic digital, self-guided walking tours. Some of the locations you can see on the tour route include: Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore Colosseum Roman Forum Circus Maximus San Giovanni Piazza Venezia Piazza Navona Pantheon Castel Sant'Angelo Vatican St. Peter's Basilica Trevi Fountain Spanish Steps Piazza Barberini Termini Railway Station

Rome Guided Golf Cart 3-Hour Tour

5. Rome Guided Golf Cart 3-Hour Tour

Explore Rome via a unique mode of transport and see more of the city than you would on foot. During a 3-hour sightseeing tour by street legal golf cart, you will make easy work of the Eternal City, and even visit hidden gems, such as the Aventine and Celio hills, not usually included on walking tours. Departing from Piazza del Popolo, in front of the "twin" churches of Santa Maria in Montesanto and Santa Maria dei Miracoli, set off for Rome’s historic center and see sights such as the baroque Trevi Fountain. According to legend, if you throw a coin in the fountain you are guaranteed to one day return to Rome. You will also pass Piazza Barberini, Piazza Colonna, named for the marble Column of the Roman Marcus Aurelius, and Piazza Venezia, the very center of Rome dominated by the Victor Emmanuel II monument to a unified Italy. Drive to lesser known gems, such as Celio Hill, site of the beautiful villa and gardens of Villa Celimontana and the ancient basilicas of Santo Stefano Rotondo and Santi Giovanni e Paolo. And explore Aventine Hill, home to the Knights of Malta, city rose garden, and a fragrant orange grove. Tours are tailored to client’s wishes and all itineraries are suggestions. The purpose is to give you an idea of what one can see during a tour in a golf cart, and what the tour can cover starting and ending from the Piazza del Popolo.

Rome: "The Most Beautiful Opera Arias" Concert

6. Rome: "The Most Beautiful Opera Arias" Concert

Experience the best of Italian opera music in the intimate setting of a cosy Waldesian Church, a venue with exceptional acoustics. Admire the warm space of the church and the unique acoustic that develops an intimate concert climate. Thanks to the small space of the concert hall, experience being just feet from the musicians like it's a private concert. The Waldesian Church is situated just meters away from the Piazza Venezia. Watch operatic arias from the most famous Italian operas like "La Traviata", "Turandot" or "Rigoletto", Neapolitan songs and "Four Seasons" by Vivaldi.  The talented opera soloists and the grand piano will take you on a 70-minute journey through time to discover the world of Italian opera.

Borghese Gallery Masterpieces & Gardens: Skip-the-Line Tour

7. Borghese Gallery Masterpieces & Gardens: Skip-the-Line Tour

Learn about Cardinal Borghese's vast art collection and the stories behind each piece on this guided tour of the Borghese Gallery and Gardens. Stroll along shady lanes among sculptures and tranquil fountains. Cardinal Scipione Borghese commissioned both the Villa Borghese itself and many of the great works still on display in its gallery. Works by Bernini, Caravaggio, and Titian remain in their original settings, as envisioned by the Cardinal, a fiercely determined collector. Strictly-controlled entry to the Villa and Gallery can make booking difficult and complicated. This package lets you avoid the organizing and even skip the line to get in when you arrive. During this fully-guided tour you’ll hear more about Cardinal Borghese’s quest to complete his collection, and the stories behind the artworks themselves, including Bernini’s "Apollo and Daphne", Canova’s "Pauline Bonaparte", Caravaggio’s "St. Jerome" and Raphael’s "The Deposition". Your guide will be an English speaker and an expert on the collection, and audio headsets ensure you’ll hear every word they say. The tour also includes a visit to the Borghese Gardens: once the Cardinal’s private park, now a favorite spot for locals to relax among sculptures, plants, and water features, and get away from it all. From the Pincio Terrace, you can appreciate another kind of work of art: the vista of Rome itself, from the Piazza del Popolo in the distance.

Rome: Fettuccine and Maltagliati Pasta Making Class

8. Rome: Fettuccine and Maltagliati Pasta Making Class

Learn how to make Italian homemade pasta during this fettuccine and maltagliati-making experience in Rome. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by an English-speaking chef for a hands-on experience. This is the time to introduce yourself and meet the other participants of the class. After that, you will start to work your own dough. Discover all the secrets of the dough, from the flour to the cutting. The local chef will guide you, step by step, from using flour and egg to cutting your fresh homemade pasta. The chef will show you the various types of cuts you could make with this recipe: tagliolini, pappardelle, fettuccine, and maltagliati, or “badly cut”. You will cut your own fettuccine and maltagliati and then the chef will explain which traditional sauce is better for fresh pasta, such as carbonara, pesto, cacio e pepe, alfredo, etc. After that, you will sit down and enjoy an appetizer of bruschetta with tomatoes and basil, followed by your plate of 2 kinds of pasta with traditional sauces and a glass of wine. Conclude your meal with a glass of limoncello or coffee.

Rome: Professional Photoshoot Outside the Colosseum

9. Rome: Professional Photoshoot Outside the Colosseum

Turn your visit into a memory that will last a lifetime with a photoshoot session outside the Colosseum in Rome. Let your professional photographer who knows all the best angles take snapshots of you outside this stunning landmark. Meet your photographer for your candid photographs. Bring your smile and follow the instructions of your professional photographer to get some great shots. Enjoy the thrill of taking a private photo shoot in the heart of Rome. Get your picture taken alone or with the special people in your life. Be sent a personal link to your pictures within 24 hours. View and download the high-resolution images on your own device.

Rome: Pasta & Tiramisu Workshop with Dinner

10. Rome: Pasta & Tiramisu Workshop with Dinner

Uncover the secret's to making authentic homemade pasta from a local chef with this cooking class in Rome. Craft your own tasty Tiramisù to compliment your pasta. Feast on your creations paired with a glass of Italian wine. Greet your chef at the established restaurant in the heart of Rome. Put on your chef hat and your apron, and prepare yourself for an amazing cooking experience. Start by making your own pasta from flour and eggs. Rely on the chef to show you which kind of pasta you can prepare with this recipe, and choose your favorite one to cut. Once the pasta is ready, move on to learn how to prepare Tiramisù, using all the provided ingredients and finding out which tools are needed. Once the lesson has finished, enjoy a sit-down dinner. Just choose your topping sauce: carbonara, amatriciana, cacio e pepe, alfredo, or more. Have a break and relax with a good glass of wine as you let the restaurant prepare your dish using your very own pasta.

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What people are saying about Lazio

Very nice experience. Hassan is the best! Included in the price there is a bruchetta, your own pizza, a glass of wine and a digestive or a coffe so it's very cheap.

Was a great way to get an overview of the inner city of Rome and learn a bit about Roman history to put your trip in context.

A wonderful evening with extremely talented and gracious performers! The highlight of my trip.

Beautiful. Definitely go check this out. Came with free wine included during the break.

Absolutely amazing!! Super fun and easy to follow along.