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Domus Aurea Tours

Discover the once extravagant Golden House constructed by Emperor Nero and unearth ancient secrets with an expert guide. Relive the glory of the vast landscaped complex with a virtual reality experience.

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Domus Aurea Tours
Visitors with helmets exploring Domus Aurea's ancient corridors in Rome.
Colosseum view from Domus Aurea park area in Rome, Italy.
Visitors with helmets exploring Domus Aurea's ancient ruins in Rome.
Domus Aurea interior with ancient Roman brickwork and large oculus in Rome, Italy.
Visitors using VR headsets at Domus Aurea, Rome, for Nero's Golden House tour.
Visitors on a guided tour inside Domus Aurea, Rome, wearing helmets.
Domus Aurea interior with ancient Roman architecture, part of Nero's Golden House tour.
1 hr 15 min
  • Step inside the Domus Aurea and witness the grandeur of Emperor Nero’s Golden House brought to life with immersive VR technology.

  • A knowledgeable guide unpacks the palace’s history, its incredible architecture, and the ongoing efforts to restore its former glory.

  • Time-travel 2,000 years as you slip on a VR headset and see Domus Aurea as Nero did—gilded halls, frescoed ceilings, and lavish banquet rooms brought back to life through advanced virtual reality.

  • This underground palace isn’t just another Roman ruin—it’s a rarely seen masterpiece of imperial extravagance, hidden beneath the city streets.

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  • Step inside the Domus Aurea and witness the grandeur of Emperor Nero’s Golden House brought to life with immersive VR technology.

  • A knowledgeable guide unpacks the palace’s history, its incredible architecture, and the ongoing efforts to restore its former glory.

  • Time-travel 2,000 years as you slip on a VR headset and see Domus Aurea as Nero did—gilded halls, frescoed ceilings, and lavish banquet rooms brought back to life through advanced virtual reality.

  • This underground palace isn’t just another Roman ruin—it’s a rarely seen masterpiece of imperial extravagance, hidden beneath the city streets.

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€50
Visitors exploring the Colosseum arena during a guided tour in Rome.
Colosseum exterior with tourists, part of the Palatine Hill & Roman Forum guided tour in Rome.
Tourists exploring the Colosseum arena in Rome, Italy.
Tour group viewing ancient graffiti at Colosseum exhibit, Rome.
Tourists exploring Palatine Hill ruins in Rome, surrounded by lush greenery.
Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum ruins in Rome, Italy, viewed from above.
Couple viewing Roman Forum during guided tour in Rome.
Roman Forum ruins with surrounding historic buildings, part of Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum tour.
Arch of Constantine near the Colosseum in Rome, part of the guided tour with arena access.
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2 hr 30 min
  • Skip the long ticketing lines and step straight into the Colosseum with timed entry, making the most of your visit.

  • Follow your expert guide through the seating rows and museum on Level 2, learning fascinating stories of ancient Rome.

  • Walk onto the exclusive Arena Floor—an area most tours don’t include—and stand where gladiators once battled.

  • Enjoy a guided exploration of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, discovering ruins of temples, markets, and palaces.

  • Choose between a small group (15 guests) for a more intimate tour or a larger group (25 guests) for a budget-friendly option.

More details

  • Skip the long ticketing lines and step straight into the Colosseum with timed entry, making the most of your visit.

  • Follow your expert guide through the seating rows and museum on Level 2, learning fascinating stories of ancient Rome.

  • Walk onto the exclusive Arena Floor—an area most tours don’t include—and stand where gladiators once battled.

  • Enjoy a guided exploration of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, discovering ruins of temples, markets, and palaces.

  • Choose between a small group (15 guests) for a more intimate tour or a larger group (25 guests) for a budget-friendly option.

from €57.38
€45.90

20% off

Tour group enjoying view of Roman Forum with Colosseum and Palatine Hill in background.
Tour group with guide exploring the Colosseum in Rome.
Visitors walking through the ancient corridors of the Colosseum in Rome.
Tour guide leading group near Colosseum in Rome.
Visitors walking through the Roman Forum ruins in Rome.
Tour guide leading a group at the Colosseum in Rome.
Tour guide with group at Palatine Hill, Rome, with ancient ruins in the background.
Palatine Hill view of Roman Forum ruins in Rome, Italy, with ancient columns and historic buildings.
Couple admiring the Roman Forum view during a guided tour in Rome.
Roman Forum ruins with informational sign, Rome: Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour.
Arch of Constantine in Rome with tourists exploring nearby.
Tour guide showing a diagram to participants at the Colosseum.
Book now, pay later
2 hr
  • Explore 3 ancient icons in one tour; Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.

  • Explore the Colosseum from its seating tiers to the in-house museum, with stories of gladiators, politics, and Roman engineering.

  • Walk through the Forum’s ruins featuring temples, arches, and ancient marketplaces at the heart of Roman life.

  • End atop Palatine Hill and soak in panoramic views of Rome’s archaeological wonders.

  • Enjoy a seamless experience with reserved entry plus expert guidance for a smooth, engaging visit.

  • Upgrade to a small-group tour (15 guests) for closer access to your guide, fewer crowds, and unbeatable photo ops.

More details

  • Explore 3 ancient icons in one tour; Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.

  • Explore the Colosseum from its seating tiers to the in-house museum, with stories of gladiators, politics, and Roman engineering.

  • Walk through the Forum’s ruins featuring temples, arches, and ancient marketplaces at the heart of Roman life.

  • End atop Palatine Hill and soak in panoramic views of Rome’s archaeological wonders.

  • Enjoy a seamless experience with reserved entry plus expert guidance for a smooth, engaging visit.

  • Upgrade to a small-group tour (15 guests) for closer access to your guide, fewer crowds, and unbeatable photo ops.

from €41.13
€32.90

20% off

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