Spello, Roman mosaics and Renaissance masterpieces – Private Tour
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Spello
About
Spello, known as one of the most beautiful town in Italy thanks to its wonderful medieval buildings made of pink limestone and colorful flowers, dominates the amazing Umbrian Valley from the slopes of Mount Subasio.
Particularly beautiful are the remains of the Ancient Roman city, called “Splendidissima Colonia Julia” (“Most Beautiful Julia Colony”) by Emperor Augustus: imposing walls, majestic city gates and, above all, the Villa of Mosaics, one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the last 20 years.
You will visit a wonderful Roman villa, that takes its name from the splendid colorful mosaics that refer to the beautiful Umbrian countryside, depicting wild birds and grape h...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entry Tickets to Villa of Mosaics and Cappella Baglioni
Private Guided Tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Via Paolina Schicchi Fagotti, 7
The guide have a sign with your name on it
Return
Venus' Gate
Please note that the walking tour includes an ascending road.
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Spello, Roman mosaics and Renaissance masterpieces – Private Tour
(7) Reviews
Spello
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About
Spello, known as one of the most beautiful town in Italy thanks to its wonderful medieval buildings made of pink limestone and colorful flowers, dominates the amazing Umbrian Valley from the slopes of Mount Subasio.
Particularly beautiful are the remains of the Ancient Roman city, called “Splendidissima Colonia Julia” (“Most Beautiful Julia Colony”) by Emperor Augustus: imposing walls, majestic city gates and, above all, the Villa of Mosaics, one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the last 20 years.
You will visit a wonderful Roman villa, that takes its name from the splendid colorful mosaics that refer to the beautiful Umbrian countryside, depicting wild birds and grape h...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entry Tickets to Villa of Mosaics and Cappella Baglioni
Private Guided Tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Via Paolina Schicchi Fagotti, 7
The guide have a sign with your name on it
Return
Venus' Gate
Please note that the walking tour includes an ascending road.
Itinerary
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Villa dei Mosaici
Particularly beautiful are the remains of the Ancient Roman city, called “Splendidissima Colonia Julia” (“Most Beautiful Julia Colony”) by Emperor Augustus: imposing walls, majestic city gates and, above all, the Villa of Mosaics, one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the last 20 years.
You will visit a wonderful Roman villa, that takes its name from the splendid colorful mosaics that refer to the beautiful Umbrian countryside, depicting wild birds and grape harvest, but also to exotic and fantastic animals, such as panthers and sea monsters.
45 minutes
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Chiesa di Santa Maria Maggiore
Entering the city through the Roman Porta Consolare (Consular Gate), you will enjoy the fascinating alleys of the medieval Spello and its wonderful churches.
In the Church of Sant’Andrea Apostolo you will admire a sixteenth-century masterpiece painted by Pinturicchio, one of the greatest artists of the time, nicknamed “the Little Painter”.
This notorious Umbrian artist is also the author of the frescoes of the Baglioni Chapel in the Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Maggiore: here you will also admire a splendid floor made of Deruta ceramics and the famous self-portrait of Pinturicchio, discovering all the details hidden in his masterpieces!
15 minutes
3
Cappella Baglioni
Pinturicchio, one of the greatest artists of the time, nicknamed “the Little Painter” is the author of the frescoes of the Baglioni Chapel in the Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Maggiore: here you will also admire a splendid floor made of Deruta ceramics and the famous self-portrait of Pinturicchio, discovering all the details hidden in his masterpieces!
15 minutes
4
Torri di Properzio e Porta Venere
Finally, enjoy the spectacular Porta Venere, built in Roman times but flanked in the Middle Ages by the mighty Towers of Properzio, and the breathtaking view of the Umbrian Valley!
