Imperial Rome: 20 Audio Guides in the Heart of the Ancient Empire

Mausoleum of Hadrian – From Imperial Tomb to Castel Sant'Angelo. Follow the incredible transformation of one of Rome's most iconic monuments, from imperial tomb to castle, papal fortress and symbol of the Eternal City. The full ticket to visit the inside of Castel Sant'Angelo costs € 18.00 Castel Sant'Angelo is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 9:00 to 19:30.

Mausoleum of Augustus – The Tomb of the First Emperor. Learn about the extraordinary story of Augustus, the man who transformed the Republic into an Empire and built a monument to celebrate his immortality. The cost of the ticket to access the Mausoleum of Augustus is about € 4 (full) and € 3 (reduced for young people between 18 and 25 years). Standard Opening HoursDays: Tuesday to Sunday (closed Monday). Summer hours : 9 am : 00 am – 6 pm : 30 pm (last admission 5 pm : 30 pm).Winter hours : 9 a.m. : 00 a.m. – 4 p.m. : 00 a.m. (last admission 3 p.m. : 00 a.m.).

Trajan Markets – The First Shopping Center in History. Discover the most modern shopping complex of antiquity, including shops, offices, architectural innovations and the everyday life of imperial Rome. The cost of the ticket to access: Full : €15.00 (plus possible online presale of €1.00). Reduced: €9.50. Reserved for citizens of the European Union between 18 and 24, students and other affiliated categories. Free of charge: For children under 6. The Trajan Markets are open every day from 9:30 to 19:30.

Palatine Hill – The Hill of the Emperors: From Romulus’ Cabins to the Imperial Palaces. Hear the legend of the birth of Rome, from Romulus' huts to the extraordinary palaces of Augustus, Tiberius and Domitian, where imperial power was born. Visiting the inside of the Palatine costs €18 with the standard ticket. Opening hours From 29 March to 30 September : from 9 : 00 to 19 : 15 (last entry 18 : 15). From 1 October to 24 October: from 9 : 00 to 18 : 30 (last entry 17 : 30). From 25 October to 28 February: from 9 : 00 to 16 : 30 (last admission 15 : 30). From 1 March to 28 March: from 9 : 00 to 17 : 30 (last entry 16 : 30).

Pantheon – The Temple of the Gods that Defy Time. Marvel at the world's most famous dome, the mysteries of the oculus and the perfect balance between engineering, religion and Roman symbolism. The full ticket to visit the inside of the Pantheon costs 7 euros. The Pantheon is open daily from 09:00 to 19:00. Last entry: Allowed until 18:30. On-site cash desk closure : The physical ticket office closes at 18: 00. Closing days: It is closed only on 25 December and 1 January. Variations : Times may be subject to temporary changes or limitations during religious celebrations (being for all intents and purposes the Basilica of Santa Maria ad Martyres).

On the Trail of Pompey's Theatre – The Hidden Giant Under Campo de' Fiori. Walk over Rome's first great permanent theatre and discover how this extraordinary complex revolutionised the city's cultural life, leaving visible traces in the urban fabric of Campo de' Fiori to this day.

Marcello’s Theatre – The Show Before the Colosseum. Discover the theater that inspired the Colosseum and relive the cultural life of ancient Rome through comedies, music, shows and major public events.

Temple of Venus and Rome – The largest Temple in the Empire. Hear the story of the most impressive temple in ancient Rome and learn how religion, architecture and imperial power came together to celebrate the greatness of the Eternal City. To access the area it is not possible to buy a separate ticket only for this monument, but it is included in the archaeological route that also includes the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill. The full ticket usually costs around €18.00. The approximate time to enter is 09 : 00 - 18 : 30 but varies according to the season.

Baths of Caracalla – Wellness, Politics and Luxury in Ancient Rome. Discover how the Romans Baths were much more than just public baths – spas, culture, politics, business and socializing in the heart of the Empire. To visit the archaeological site: Full ticket : Approximately € 8.00 - € 10.00. Reduced: € 2.00 for European Union citizens between 18 and 25 years. Free : Admission is free for children under 18. Opening hours are at 9 : 00, closing times vary throughout the year depending on natural light.