Piazza Navona Underground: Stadium of Domitian Admission Ticket
Rome, Italy
Overview
Many people know Rome's Piazza Navona, but few know about its underground treasures. Descend below the famous square to visit the Stadium of Domitian, a Roman archaeological dig, only open to the public since 2014. Now on the UNESCO World Heritage list, the underground site contains the ruins of a masonry stadium, which is thought to be the only one built in ancient Rome. Explore at your own pace and make use of an audio guide to understand the stadium's history.
- Entry to the underground Stadium of Domitian at Piazza Navona
- Head below the famous Roman piazza to see UNESCO-listed ruins
- See the ruins of the ancient masonry stadium along with unpublished photos
- Learn about the site from an audio guide as you explore at your own pace
- Discover fun facts about sport in the days of ancient Rome
What's Included
Audio guide
Audio guide for children (6 years old and above)
Taxes
DVD and souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Itinerary
- visit the underground levels of Piazza Navona, first opened to the public in 2014;
- descend 5 metres beneath street level into the excavations, at the time of the Roman Empire;
- admire the ancient ruins of the first and only masonry stadium in Roman history;
- learn more about the history of the Stadium/Piazza Navona/ancient Roman sports.
Duration: 40 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- The on-site library contains art and history books, antique prints, postcards, gadgets, souvenirs of artistic crafts, and multimedia DVDs; there is also a section dedicated to children
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.
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