Iconic Sights & Hidden Gems • 8 hours 5.0 (24)

Must see Rome with a local

Architectural wonders, 28 centuries of history and an Roman feast for lunch.

Dinner in Rome doesn't start until 8-8:30 pm, so do like the Romans do and join in the evening ritual of aperitivo from around 7 pm

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Explore some of the best of Rome with a local - what could be better?
  • Experience what you want out of the city - the sights, the markets, the communities, the galleries and museums...the ball is in your court
  • Your experience, your pace - there’s no rush to get to everything you want to see, but you’ll certainly have a taste!
  • Enjoy lunch with your host at a place recommended by them, but chosen by you - whether you’d like to graze your way through the streets or settle in for a long lunch, the choice is yours!
  • Get recommendations for places to eat, visit and things to do during the rest of your trip

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

8 hour experience
Private and personalised
Start when you like
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations).

What’s not included

Food and drinks
Tickets to additional attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuity (optional)

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

In a city whose history spans 28 centuries, we obviously know you couldn’t see all of its must-sees in one day. But you’ll join one of our local Rome hosts who can’t wait to share a taste of what makes their city so unmissable with you!

First things first, let us know if you have a Rome bucket list (if so, now’s the time to hand it over), or if you’ll leave it all down to your host to choose what they think are the must-see spots.

There are so many directions to take; maybe you'd like to soak up the buzz at the Spanish Steps, join the crowds at the Vatican or marvel at ancient ruins?

Maybe you’ve been dreaming of making a wish at the Trevi Fountain, exploring the Forum or you’d like to cross the Tiber and explore a local neighborhood?

Along the way, you could browse a market and get right to the heart of Rome’s cuisine, try street food like supplì, fried rice balls oozing with melted mozzarella, or settle in for a long and lazy Italian lunch on a piazza.

We know that a city is more than a place, it’s a feeling. So even with just one day, you’ll experience the feeling of Rome, and that’s pretty unmissable in our books.

1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?

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What travelers think of this experience

Jay, Oct 2024

Very informative and helpful! Took us everywhere we wanted to see.

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Hariharasudhan, Oct 2024

Amazing experience touring with very knowledgeable local guides. Highly recommended!

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Hariharasudhan, Oct 2024

Gerry was a fantastic Coach who not only walked is through the incredible history and culture of Rome but also was very helpful in maximizing the limited time we had available to see and experience as many things as possible. Thanks again Gerry! Highly recommended!

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Sara, Jan 2024

Gerry is very knowledgable and passionate. We went to many of the highlights and main attraction as well as off the beaten path spots.

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Sarada, Nov 2022

Totally personalised, well organised, good communication with City Unscripted and Gerry. He was on time and made effort to explain and show interesting places and secret corners.I like it.

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Margie, Sep 2022

Orfeo offered a bespoke walking tour of Rome. He was very knowledgeable, thoughtful, organised and great company. I would highly recommend this tour one Orfeo.. 5 stars ⭐️

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