The Roman Fountains Tour
Rome, Italy
3 hours (Approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English and 2 more
Overview
Rome has over a thousand fountains between baroque, ancient Roman fountains and modern ones.
Water has always been the real strength of this city. It is the x factor that gave power to this city and allowed it to grow, develop and renovate throughout the centuries allowing Rome to conquer the name of Eternal City.
In this 4 hour tour we are going to discover some of the Fountains that still receive water from the Roman Aqueducts. We are going to have a look at the story behind this magnificent fountains and the beautiful squares that welcome all of them.
Water has always been the real strength of this city. It is the x factor that gave power to this city and allowed it to grow, develop and renovate throughout the centuries allowing Rome to conquer the name of Eternal City.
In this 4 hour tour we are going to discover some of the Fountains that still receive water from the Roman Aqueducts. We are going to have a look at the story behind this magnificent fountains and the beautiful squares that welcome all of them.
What's Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Itinerary
Also known as Fountain of Mose, this is a monumental fountain located on the Quirinal hill. It marks the end of a Roman aqueduct which was restored in the Renaissance time by the Pope Sixtus V. He renamed the acqueduct Acqua Felice after his real name Felice Peretti.
Duration: 10 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
This baroque-style fountain is located at the foot of the Spanish steps. It was built by Pietro Bernini with the help of his son Gian Lorenzo.
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
The biggest and most famous fountain of Rome. Trevi fountain was built to celebrate the restoration of an ancient roman aqueduct called Acqua Vergine (Vergin Water) which was built in 19BC. Needless to say it is truly worth a visit and don't forget to throw the coin in the right way ... right hand over the left shoulder.
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
In 1651 Gian Lorenzo Bernini built this amazing fountain to support the 16 meters tall egyptian obelisk standing on top of it. The square (Piazza Navona) hides the Stadium of Domitian 5 meters below the ground.
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
In the heart of the Jewish Ghetto, there is a small and very beautiful fountain that gave its name to the 4 bronze turtles dangling from the upper level of the fountain.
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
The twin fountains were taken from the Caracalla baths. It is said that the Farnese family used them as balconies from where they enjoyed the performances in the square while sipping good wine.
Duration: 5 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
This fountain, also known as Fontanone (the bigh Fountain), is a monumental fountain located on the Janiculum hill. It marks the end of the Acqua Paola aqueduct restored by Pope Paul V. This fountain was inspirational for the later Trevi Fountain.
Duration: 10 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
This twin fountains were built by Maderno and Bernini to decorate St Peter's square.
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.Learn more about cancellations.
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