Step inside one of Rome’s most exclusive ancient sites — Nero’s legendary Domus Aurea, the Golden House. After the great fire of 64 A.D., Emperor Nero rebuilt the heart of Rome as his own colossal pleasure palace, complete with a rotating dining room and an enormous artificial lake. When Nero fell in 68 A.D., his successors buried the entire complex to erase his memory… and on top of his lake they built the Colosseum. For centuries, the Golden House slept hidden beneath the earth. Today, after years of careful restoration, the surviving halls, frescoes, and grand vaults are open again. As you descend underground with your expert guide, you’ll relive the extravagant world of Nero and experien...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tickets and reservation fees
Exclusive access to the Domus Aurea
English speaking archaeologist guide
All Fees and Taxes
Virtual Reality Experience
Transportation
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza del Colosseo
Please meet us at the green souvenir kiosk outside the downstairs exit of COLOSSEO METRO station. Our staff will be holding an “The Empireverse” sign.
Please arrive 10 minutes early and don’t forget to bring a valid ID with you.
The tour will start 10 minutes after the scheduled time.
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Domus Aurea
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Domus Aurea
Immerse yourself in the history of the Domus Aurea in Rome with a guided tour and an immersive virtual reality experience. See Emperor Nero's Golden House as it must have appeared in his time.
1 hour and 30 minutes
Domus Aurea Guided Tour with Virtual Reality Experience
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Step inside one of Rome’s most exclusive ancient sites — Nero’s legendary Domus Aurea, the Golden House. After the great fire of 64 A.D., Emperor Nero rebuilt the heart of Rome as his own colossal pleasure palace, complete with a rotating dining room and an enormous artificial lake. When Nero fell in 68 A.D., his successors buried the entire complex to erase his memory… and on top of his lake they built the Colosseum. For centuries, the Golden House slept hidden beneath the earth. Today, after years of careful restoration, the surviving halls, frescoes, and grand vaults are open again. As you descend underground with your expert guide, you’ll relive the extravagant world of Nero and experien...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tickets and reservation fees
Exclusive access to the Domus Aurea
English speaking archaeologist guide
All Fees and Taxes
Virtual Reality Experience
Transportation
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza del Colosseo
Please meet us at the green souvenir kiosk outside the downstairs exit of COLOSSEO METRO station. Our staff will be holding an “The Empireverse” sign.
Please arrive 10 minutes early and don’t forget to bring a valid ID with you.
The tour will start 10 minutes after the scheduled time.
