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The Italy's Independence walking tour, from Gianicolo hill to Trastevere neighborhood, winds up on a hill with an astounding view of the city, through unique places and monuments of the recent history of Rome and Italy to end in Trastevere neighbourhood: a city within the city.
The walk starts from the Faro degli Italiani (Italian Lighthouse) square, stops by the equestrian monument dedicated to Anita Garibaldi (wife of Giuseppe, "two worlds hero"); it then stops at the wall of Roman Republic Constitution (engraved with words from the most advanced Constitution of 19th century liberal Europe): a belvedere with a splendid view over Rome.
The tour begins to descend down towards the monumental fountain of Acqua Paola, aka "er Fontanone" (big fountain in roman slang): magnificently overlooking a panoramic terrace over the roofs of Rome; it stops at the monument dedicated to the heroes of the roman revolution in 1849: Ossario Garibaldino.
It then heads to S. Peter in Montorio church and the marvellous Tempietto del Bramante a beautiful Renaissance masterpiece to end in Trastevere close to Porta Settimiana at the very heart of the neighbourhood where we'll have a typical Roman foodie experience, relaxing and chatting over an ITALIAN GELATO.
An experience with locals from meeting to farewell.
Are you travelling alone, on a business trip, or on family trip?
Here’s a perfect choice:
- A walking tour easy to join by public transport or a private transfer (ask us if you need it).
- A small group, up to 6 people, so that conversation will flow nice and smooth.
- The company of locals from the meeting point to the final "Ciao, till next time!".
The 3 steps of an Ideas for Travelers experience:
Step 1. Meet & greet:
"Ciao! Welcome It's a perfect day to walk in Rome!", let's be friends.
Step 2. Walk and discover:
let's take a look at the eternal city through our eyes, get a real roman insight, let the chit chat flow.
Step 3. Enjoy GELATO and talk:
it says it all!
Meeting point:
Faro degli Italiani, easy to reach by Bus (115 - 870)
(See map)
Itineraries
1
Meet & greet
We'll meet at the "Faro degli Italiani" (Italians lighthouse): a marvellous liberty lighthouse overlooking Rome, donated by the Italian expats in Argentina to honour their country of origin. From there we walk on through "Passeggiata del Gianicolo".
2
Piazza Anita Garibaldi
Anita Garibaldi square is dedicated to the Heroin that helped her husband Giuseppe Garibaldi in occasion of the roman revolution in 1849.
3
The Constitution of the Roman Republic - 1849
A memorial engraved on one of the outlook: the Roman Republic Constitution was one of the most advanced constitution of the second half of the 19th century that then inspired a lot of modern european democracies in the 20th.
4
Piazza Garibaldi and Rome lookout
Here you can experience one of the most beautiful view of Rome and greet the statue of the most famous Italy independence hero: Giuseppe Garibaldi.
5
Fontana dell'Acqua Paola, aka: "er Fontanone"
Fontana dell'Acqua Paola aka er Fontanone" is one of the most famous monument in Rome visible from most of the center of the eternal City.
6
Ossario Garibaldino
A monument dedicated to those who fought alongside Giuseppe Garibaldi during the Roman revolution in 1849.
7
San Pietro in Montorio
A church built on the site where, according to tradition, the apostle Peter was crucified upside down on the cross: with a magnificent view of Rome.
8
Tempietto del Bramante
Built by the prestigious Bramante architect in 1502 as a commemorative tomb: is a treasure of Renaissance art.
9
Trastevere neighbourhood
We walk down the famous Trastevere neighbourhood: a different city inside the Eternal city so that we say that those who live here are "Trasteverini" before being "Romani": we say goodbye with a juicy "Italian Gelato" in our hands.
Includes:
Meet, walking tour on the Gianicolo hill as described under the tab "Trip Outline", "Italian GELATO", chatting and smiling.
Excludes:
Everything not included at “Trip includes”.
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Walking shoes, from April to October sun lotion, sunglasses and a hat.
Walking shoes, from April to October sun lotion, sunglasses and a hat.
All the itineraries can be slightly modified due to: road work, monuments improvements, very bad weather conditions, or any external condition that could affect the experience full enjoyment.
Larry Worthington– :
This week I went on this very interesting and enjoyable tour. It is a great way to learn of the history of the Independence of Italy, focusing on the principal players of the time. The guides, Chiara and Federico, were kind, charming and well informed. In addition, they spoke excellent English. I recommend this tour for anyone interested in the contemporary history of Italy.
James T– :
This tour explores a unique and fascinating chapter of Italian history that is not often discussed. I had no idea about this period or the people involved, and it truly filled in many of the blank spaces in my understanding of Italy. The conflict between church and state and the struggle for independence is an incredibly compelling part of Rome’s history.
Not only is the experience informative and engaging, but it also takes you to one of the most beautiful areas of the city—places that most tourists would never think to visit. The views are breathtaking, and the tour concludes in Trastevere, which is worth exploring in its own right, with so much charm, history, and character.
Chiara and Federico are exceptional guides. Their passion for Rome’s history is evident, and their deep knowledge and insight make the past feel vivid and tangible as you stand in these important locations.
I highly recommend this experience to anyone who wants to discover a truly authentic side of Rome and gain a deeper understanding of its history, all while being guided by knowledgeable, engaging, and entertaining experts.
Ted– :
We have been to Rome many times over the years and even been to Trastevere a few times, but the tour that Chiara and Federico provided showed a new and very interesting aspect of the area that I didn’t know existed. Learning more about the history of Rome and understanding the roles of key participants in the revolution was exciting and very interesting, not only providing much greater insight into Rome, but reaffirming my love of the city.
Chiara and Federico are wonderful guides, able to speak English very well, showing a deep understanding of all aspects of the tour, and most important, are very passionate about Rome’s history which made the tour even more exciting!
I would definitely suggest this tour while in Rome!
Rebecca Stanford– :
We have spent time with Federico and his wife Chiara and they are the best guides…they know everything and everybody and they bring ancient and modern Roma to life in a brand new way. It IS as if you are traveling with best friends and they are so much fun!!! This is a highly personal way to experience Italy and we found them able to accommodate changes in itinerary and make our days and nights fly by.
Joanna and Laura Cosby– :
During our stay in Rome we found out this walk and decided to join the party: it is one of happiest experience we had in Rome, our hosts were lovely and chatty and shared so many private memories as well as interesting informations along the itinerary that, I have to say it is awesome with a great view of the city. Food was delicious, the place we had our lunch is cozy and cool. A great experience, definitely.