Rome Underground: Stadium of Domitian Tickets with Audioguide

What to expect

Discover what lies below the streets of central Rome on an audio-guided tour. Step through the doors of time with photographs, 3D reconstructions, videos and other such informative sources that will let you experience what it was like in the days of yore.

Descend 5 meters below street level to explore the former stadium, and see its travertine blocks, brickwork and the marble columns of the main entrances. Learn more about the development of the stadium, the ancient Olympics and other Roman sports, and how 30,000 spectators were seated at the arena. See artifacts from the days of the Roman Empire found during archaeological excavations, including fragments of sculptures and a torso made from Pentelic marble from the quarries of Penteli north of Athens.

The Stadium of Domitian, also known as the Circus Agonalis, seated approximately 30,000 spectators and was used mostly for athletic contests and fighting competitions. Sports competitions were very important among the ancient Romans, to the point that some of the winners had their tombs engraved with their names. One of the largest entertainment venues in Roman history, today the Stadium of Domitian lies beneath the modern metropolis

What other secrets lie buried under the streets? We may never know. However, a peek into a former Olympic stadium is an opportunity you shouldn't miss!

Rome Underground: Stadium of Domitian Tickets with Audioguide

Delve into the subterranean depths beneath Rome’s bustling streets to unearth a forgotten world at the Stadium of Domitian, where history whispers through layers of archaeological excavation. This meticulously crafted tour invites explorers of ancient sports, devotees of Roman engineering marvels, and seekers of hidden historical treasures to descend below the modern metropolis and discover what lies in shadowed corners of time. With your audioguide as a steadfast companion offering insights in multiple languages, you’ll traverse the intricate network of tunnels, chambers, and passageways that once echoed with the cheers and chants of Roman athletes. The Stadium of Domitian, nestled beneath bustling Piazza Navona, emerges not just as an archaeological site but as a living testament to Rome’s vibrant past, where every artifact tells tales of gladiatorial feats and athletic prowess. This subterranean exploration weaves together the threads of ancient sports culture with modern urban life, offering memorable encounters that forge connections while understanding the enduring layers beneath Rome's surface.

Discovering the Stadium of Domitian's Hidden Depths

Experience the Stadium of Domitian during the tour’s highlight segment where you'll access a rarely seen world below the bustling city. The stadium, once an integral part of Roman sports culture, now reveals its secrets through archaeological digs that have uncovered layers of history and artifacts. Explore this subterranean site to witness firsthand the intricate architecture and structural ingenuity that characterized ancient Roman engineering. As you navigate the tunnels and chambers, imagine the roar of spectators and the adrenaline-fueled competition from centuries past. The Stadium of Domitian’s underground complex not only showcases a unique blend of sports history but also provides an intimate look at daily life in imperial Rome.

Tour Highlights

• Visit Stadium of Domitian observation decks highest viewpoint
• Experience ancient Roman artifacts on display comprehensive collection
• Explore subterranean tunnels and chambers architecturally impressive
• Discover archaeological finds from excavations unique selling point
• Include audioguide in multiple languages providing seamless understanding
• Access rarely seen areas beneath Piazza Navona offering exclusive insights

For explorers of ancient sports, devotees of Roman engineering marvels, and seekers of hidden historical treasures, this underground adventure weaves a tapestry of past and present, offering memories that linger like the echoes in the cavernous tunnels of Rome’s forgotten realms.