Hi, I’m Massimo
Hi, I’m Massimo
I’ve lived in Rome for 23 years
I speak English, Spanish, Italian
I am Licensed Accompagnatore Turistico
I'm a professional tour leader, licensed to work in Italian, English, and Spanish. I'm 43 years old, and I started working as a tour leader for Italian groups (business and leisure tours) abroad when I was 18 years old. I'm living in Rome for over 20 years. I fell in love with the city of Rome when I was 21 years old cause it's an amazing charming city, the art, history, food, hidden gems, unexpected spots and neighborhoods...Rome has a lot to offer for whatever preference. I love leading tourists in my city, letting them discover all of the most interesting facets of the place and some enchanting hidden gems.
My knowledge & interests
Food
Drinks
Arts
Nature / outdoors
History
Shopping
Photography
Architecture
Culture & customs
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Unique & unusual foods
Theater
Cinema
Art galleries & museums
Street art
Parks
Scenic routes
Wildlife
Political history
Economic history
Social history
Religious history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Modern architecture
Classical architecture
Wine
Third wave coffee
Local beers
Artisanal tea
High-end fashion boutiques
Department stores
Vintage shops
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Alternative or underground culture
My reviews
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Massimo was a wonderful guide! Knowledgeable, great personality, and he had filled us with a lot of knowledge in the four hours that we were together.
September 2024
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Massimo was a fantastic guide and took all of our requests into consideration. We saw so many things we may have otherwise overlooked or missed walking on our own. Thank you Massimo for a wonderful introduction to Rome!
August 2024
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Had a great afternoon roaming around Rome stopping for snacks and wine. Massimo our guide was on point with additional info.
May 2024
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Rome is such an amazing city, so much history and culture! I was the only member of our family who had been to Rome in the past. For our first morning in the city, I wanted a private walking tour to get everyone oriented and excited about the next 4 days we'd be spending there. Our highly professional and personable guide, Massimo Avella, did not disappoint. He arrived at our hotel early and greeted us enthusiastically. It was his sincere wish to show us his beloved city with our particular interests in mind -- and not just history and culture, but also restaurant and shopping recommendations. He kept us entertained and informed throughout our 3 hours together, and when we had to say goodbye, left us wishing it didn't have to end so soon! Thank you, Massimo!
February 2024