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World War II Sights in Rome Private Walking Tour with Guide

New To The Site! Rome, Italy

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2 to 4 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Learn about the rise of Italian Fascism led by Benito Mussolini, the raid of the Jewish Ghetto, the bombing of Rome, & other important events of World War II on a private history tour with an Expert Guide. Optional: visit the Liberation Museum.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs & interests:

2-hour: Rome's WWII Sights
Book this history tour to learn about World War II & see related sights in Rome, such as Palazzo Venezia, Great Synagogue of Rome & Via Rasella.

4-hour: Rome's WWII Sights & Museum
Book this history tour to learn more about World War II, visit the Liberation Museum & see related sights, such as Palazzo Venezia, Great Synagogue of Rome & Via Rasella.

Join our expert History Guide on the streets of Rome to explore the complicated history of events and personalities involved in World War II in Italy.

What's Included

  • Expert commentary on the events and personalities of WWII in Rome
  • - (number of attractions depends on the option selected)
  • Free admission to the Museum of the Liberation (4-hour option only)
  • Free admission to the Museum of the Liberation (in 2-hour option)
  • One-way public transport tickets (in 2-hour option)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via del Tritone
00187 Roma RM, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Hotel Stendhal

Meet your guide in front of Hotel Stendhal, Via del Tritone, 113, 00187 Roma RM, Italy. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Piazza Barberini

Walking tour to see World War II sights in Rome. Your Private Guide will meet you in Piazza Barberini, near Fontana del Tritone and Palazzo Barberini
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Via Rasella

Take you on a stroll down Via Rasella. This is where a column of Nazi SS troops was attacked by an ambush of Italian Partisans in 1944, killing 28 SS policemen. You will learn about the Roman Resistance movement and how the Nazi forces retaliated by killing 335 Italians during the Fosse Ardeatine massacre. You will pass the world famous Trevi Fountain and head to Piazza Venezia, where you will find the palace that served as Mussolini’s headquarters. Opposite the balcony from where the Italian dictator declared the creation of the new Italian empire in May 1936 is the Altar of the Fatherland, which honors Italy's first king and First World War soldiers. Your history tour will end in Rome’s former Jewish Ghetto, where you will see the Great Synagogue and learn what happened to Roman Jews when Germany occupied the city.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rome

See World War II sights in Rome and visit the Liberation Museum. We provide one-way public transport tickets to get there, as it's a short walk away from the heart of Old Rome. The museum is housed in former police headquarters and Nazi prison. On your private tour you will explore 3 floors of exhibitions, including the original conference room, library and prison cells, as well as the hall commemorating the victims of anti-Semitism in Italy and Rome. The WWII artifacts on display will make you feel as if you're back in time, and your Expert Guide will explain in detail the different aspects of WWII in Italy.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the World War II Sights in Rome Private Walking Tour with Guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Expert commentary on the events and personalities of WWII in Rome
  • - (number of attractions depends on the option selected)
  • Free admission to the Museum of the Liberation (4-hour option only)
  • One-way public transport tickets (4-hour option only)
  • Private Walking Tour of World War II Sights in Rome with Museum -
  • 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
  • Free admission to the Museum of the Liberation (in 2-hour option)
  • One-way public transport tickets (in 2-hour option)

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
  • 2-hour tour: For the convenience of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 guests. If there are 26-50 people in your group, we will provide the service of 2 licensed guides so that all guests can get the best experience, ask questions and hear the guide well.
  • 4-hour tour: Due to the museum's rules, 1 licensed guide can show a group of 1-6 people, so the price of the tour will be higher if you need more than 1 guide. For groups of 7-12 people we will provide the service of 2 licensed guides.
  • The 4-hour tour requires the use of public transportation as some attractions are further away. For your convenience, we include one-way tickets for you.

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

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Free Cancellation

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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