Villa Medici, Squares & Fountains Private Day Tour

Overview

Highlights

• Villa Medici
• Historic Center
• Luxury Transport

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Villa Medici - Accademia di Francia a Roma

   1h 30min

   A guided tour of Villa Medici reveals one of the finest examples of a Renaissance villa, once the residence of Cardinal Ferdinando I de’ Medici and, since 1803, home to the French Academy in Rome. The tour traces the history of the site from its ancient origins to the major transformations of the Renaissance and contemporary eras. During the visit you will be able to explore the emblematic places of Villa Medici, such as the historic gardens and rooms, as well as the more hidden corners, such as the studiolo of Ferdinando de’ Medici, also known as the “Bird Room.” Located on the Pincio Hill, Villa Medici also offers a breathtaking view of the historic center of Rome.

2. 2

   Spanish Steps

   30min

   It was built in order to link the the Trinità dei Monti church that was under the patronage of the king of France, with the Spanish square below. The long, triangular Spanish square is named after the Spanish Embassy to the Holy See.

3. 3

   Piazza Navona

   40min

   The Piazza Navona is located in the heart of the historic center, not far from the Pantheon. it’s one of the most beautiful and famous square of Rome! There, you can admire the the Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers.

Before you go

Location

Viale Della Trinita dei Monti, 1A, 00187, Italy