Altar of the Fatherland, Museum and Glass Elevator Ticket
At a Glance
Highlights
- Enjoy sweeping vistas of Rome from the Victor Emmanuel II monument’s rooftop and visit two of the city’s most celebrated museums.
- Take a ride in a unique glass elevator for breathtaking, unobstructed views of Rome’s famous landmarks.
- Skip the lines to the Museum of the Risorgimento and Palazzo Venezia, which are two key sites in Italian history.
- Discover the story of Italy’s unification through engaging exhibits and historic artifacts.
- Opt for the audio and video guide to enrich your visit with expert insights and stories.
Tour Details
Take in panoramic Rome views from the Altar of the Fatherland’s rooftop, with fast-track elevator access and an optional audio-video guide. Getting started At the start of your experience, enjoy a 25-minute long multimedia video that highlights the splendor and beauty of Ancient Rome. You can download an informative audio guide app that offers a plethora of information about Rome. What to expect Altar of the Fatherland, Museum and Glass Elevator The Altar of the Fatherland, or Vittoriano, is a monumental symbol of modern Italy, built to honor Victor Emmanuel II and the country’s unification.
This striking landmark houses the Central Museum of the Risorgimento and offers a unique vantage point over Rome’s historic center. Features Panoramic Glass Elevator: Ride directly to the Sommo portico and panoramic terrace for sweeping views across Rome’s ancient rooftops and landmarks. Museum of the Risorgimento: See exhibits dedicated to Italy’s unification, featuring original documents, artifacts, and multimedia displays. Palazzo Venezia: Access this Renaissance palace, once a papal residence, to see its historic halls and art collections.
Audio & Video Guide: Enhance your visit with a digital guide, providing context and stories as you see each area at your own pace.
What's Included
- Skip-the-line access to Altar of the Fatherland Glass Elevator
- Skip-the-line entry to the Museum of the Risorgimento
- Skip-the-line entry to Palazzo Venezia
- Audio guide (as per option selected)
- Ancient Rome multimedia video (as per option selected)
Not Included
- Guided tour
- Headsets
- Pick-up/drop-off services
Is This Tour Worth It?
This food & wine activity is well-reviewed at 4.4/5 across 920 reviews, running 1 hour from ~$26 per person.
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- +Strong rating: 4.4/5
- +5 items included
- +Well-reviewed: 920 ratings
- +Booked through Headout
