The Capuchin Crypt is one of the most fascinating and unusual places in Rome. It is located beneath the Church of Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini on Via Veneto and is famous for its chapels decorated with the bones of thousands of Capuchin friars.
The Capitoline Museums tour takes visitors through the history of ancient Rome inside the world’s first public museum, located on Capitoline Hill. Highlights include the famous Capitoline Wolf, the bronze equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius, ancient Roman sculptures, imperial artifacts, Renaissance paintings, and stunning views over the Roman Forum. The museums combine archaeology, art, and Roman history in one of the city’s most important cultural sites.
TIVOLI If you are in Latium, you should visit Tivoli, located on the Monti Tiburtini (Tiburtine Hills). The city of Tivoli was founded in 1215 B.C. in the province of Rome. The poet Virgil called it Tibur Superbum (Aeneid, Book VII), a name that can still be found in the city’s coat of arms. Tivoli, in addition to being known for its sulphur mineral water springs, used since ancient times, is best-known for its two villas on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites: Hadrian’s Villa (Villa Adriana) and Villa d'Este.Hadrian's Villa was commissioned by Emperor Hadrian as his imperial residence. Access was provided from two roads (Via Tiburtina and Via Prenestina) or by navigating the Aniene River. The emperor wanted to replicate those monuments that had fascinated him on his many travels, especially in Greece: The Pecile, Canopus, Academy and the Lyceum. Our tour starts precisely with these monuments. The Pecile is an enormous garden surrounded by a portico with a central pond and was used for summer and winter strolls. The Canopus (the name of an ancient town connected to Alessandria by a navigable canal) can be reached by crossing a series of thermal buildings. It’s a long basin of water decorated by columns and statues that culminates with a temple covered by a ribbed dome. In line with the valley of the Canopus, the ruins of two thermal establishments are visible: The Large Baths and the Small Baths. The Small Baths had an outdoor frigidarium and round room with a coffered dome and 5 large windows. Decorated with precious stuccoes, these buildings were dedicated to the imperial family and their guests. The Large Baths, which were reserved for the personnel at the villa, had a heating system under the floor and an impressive round room used as a sudatorium. Of interest: A large cross-shaped roof in the main room that is still in perfect balance, despite 1 of the 4 support pillars having collapsed. Certainly, there are many places to visit within the villa, including the Academy, Stadium, Imperial Palace, Hall of Philosophers, Greek theatre and Piazza d’Oro. The latter is a majestic complex that was used on official occasions to receive guests and contemplated a large peristyle enriched with very fine stuccoes. Lastly, make sure to visit the marvellous Maritime Theatre. It’s a kind of island with an Ionic colonnade surrounded by a canal. Inside is the emperor’s private refuge, which was accessed by a system involving moving jetti.
TIVOLI If you are in Latium, you should visit Tivoli, located on the Monti Tiburtini (Tiburtine Hills). The city of Tivoli was founded in 1215 B.C. in the province of Rome. The poet Virgil called it Tibur Superbum (Aeneid, Book VII), a name that can still be found in the city’s coat of arms. Tivoli, in addition to being known for its sulphur mineral water springs, used since ancient times, is best-known for its two villas on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites: Hadrian’s Villa (Villa Adriana) and Villa d'Este.Hadrian's Villa was commissioned by Emperor Hadrian as his imperial residence. Access was provided from two roads (Via Tiburtina and Via Prenestina) or by navigating the Aniene River. The emperor wanted to replicate those monuments that had fascinated him on his many travels, especially in Greece: The Pecile, Canopus, Academy and the Lyceum. Our tour starts precisely with these monuments. The Pecile is an enormous garden surrounded by a portico with a central pond and was used for summer and winter strolls. The Canopus (the name of an ancient town connected to Alessandria by a navigable canal) can be reached by crossing a series of thermal buildings. It’s a long basin of water decorated by columns and statues that culminates with a temple covered by a ribbed dome. In line with the valley of the Canopus, the ruins of two thermal establishments are visible: The Large Baths and the Small Baths. The Small Baths had an outdoor frigidarium and round room with a coffered dome and 5 large windows. Decorated with precious stuccoes, these buildings were dedicated to the imperial family and their guests. The Large Baths, which were reserved for the personnel at the villa, had a heating system under the floor and an impressive round room used as a sudatorium. Of interest: A large cross-shaped roof in the main room that is still in perfect balance, despite 1 of the 4 support pillars having collapsed. Certainly, there are many places to visit within the villa, including the Academy, Stadium, Imperial Palace, Hall of Philosophers, Greek theatre and Piazza d’Oro. The latter is a majestic complex that was used on official occasions to receive guests and contemplated a large peristyle enriched with very fine stuccoes. Lastly, make sure to visit the marvellous Maritime Theatre. It’s a kind of island with an Ionic colonnade surrounded by a canal. Inside is the emperor’s private refuge, which was accessed by a system involving moving jetti.
This experience combines Rome’s top highlights, including the Colosseum, the Vatican Museums, and the important Tivoli Villas, full of gardens and colours that sourrounds the history of many Emperors, like Hadrian.
This fascinating tour explores the quieter, greener side of ancient Rome, focusing on its extraordinary engineering and aristocratic lifestyle. The experience begins among the Roman aqueducts, where visitors walk alongside the monumental arches that once carried fresh water from distant springs into the heart of the empire. These impressive structures reveal the technical mastery that allowed Rome to thrive and sustain a vast population. The tour continues to the Villa of the Quintilii, one of the largest and most luxurious residential complexes of ancient Rome. Once owned by the powerful Quintilii brothers and later confiscated by Emperor Commodus, the villa features grand halls, baths, mosaics, and panoramic views over the Roman countryside. Together, the aqueducts and the villa offer a unique insight into Roman engineering, wealth, and daily life beyond the city center, making this tour a perfect blend of history, archaeology, and nature.
The Vatican Museums, Mask Cabinet and Sistine Chapel Private Tour offers an exclusive journey through some of the most refined and fascinating sections of the Vatican collections. Accompanied by a private expert guide, visitors explore the highlights of the Vatican Museums, including the stunning Gallery of Maps, the Raphael Rooms, and the magnificent classical sculpture galleries. A special focus of the tour is the Gabinetto delle Maschere (Mask Cabinet), named after the beautiful Roman floor mosaics depicting theatrical masks discovered at Hadrian’s Villa in Tivoli. This elegant gallery showcases important ancient sculptures and offers a quieter, more intimate atmosphere compared to the main museum routes. The experience culminates in the breathtaking Sistine Chapel, where guests admire Michelangelo’s masterpieces — the Creation of Adam and the Last Judgment — while learning about their artistic, historical, and spiritual significance. This private tour provides a deeper understanding of Vatican art and history in a personalized and enriching setting.
The Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Private Tour offers an exclusive, guided experience of the Vatican’s art and history. Visitors can explore Renaissance masterpieces, ancient sculptures, and stunning frescoes at their own pace.
The Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Private Tour offers an exclusive, guided experience of the Vatican’s art and history. Visitors can explore Renaissance masterpieces, ancient sculptures, and stunning frescoes at their own pace.
The Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Private Tour offers an exclusive, guided experience of the Vatican’s art and history. Visitors can explore Renaissance masterpieces, ancient sculptures, and stunning frescoes at their own pace.
