3 Best City Tour options in Rome
There are plenty of things to see and do in Rome, but what is the best way to see it all and learn about the city's culture? For many, it is taking one of the capital city's many city tours that not only show you all the sights, but educate you about Rome's history.
While there are many companies that offer city tours, there are also several tour options that showcase Rome's
different sights, be it ancient Roman ruins, the Vatican or the region's museums.
The Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour
If you wish to tour the city at your own leisure, one of the most popular options is the Open Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour. The popular green buses go through the city stopping at certain locations every 20 minutes to allow tourists to get on and off. With audio systems in eight languages, the tour offers something for everyone and stops at all of the city's most popular landmarks.
The Imperial Rome Walking Tour
If you are a history buff and are interested in finding out about the city's rich heritage, then this tour is for you. A Rome walking tour that takes you all around the city, participants are able to see Rome's most historical buildings and learn about the Roman Empire. Sights include the Fountain of the Nymphs, the Trevi Fountain, The Colosseum, The Temple of Julius Caesar and Capitol Square.
The Angels and Demons Tour
Due to the popularity of Dan Brown's books and the hit movie, this tour is extremely popular as it follows the “Path of Illumination” as described in the book. Like a real-life treasure hunt, the tour takes people on a tour of the likes of Church of Illumination, the Eternal city, St. Peter's Square and Castel Sant'Angelo.
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