Rome Women of Power Historical Walking Tour

Step into the world of powerful women in ancient Rome, from Cleopatra's political drama to the secretive lives of the Vestal Virgins, discover how women ruled, rebelled, and left their mark on history
Think ancient Rome was all about gladiators and Emperors?

Think Again!
On this tour, we’ll show you how these women lived, loved, and fought in a world dominated by men, and how their stories are far more exciting than you might think.

Explore the lives of Livia, Agrippina, and other notable women who shaped history beyond the shadows of emperors.

- Duration: Approximately 2 and a half hours
- Explore significant historical sites, and be prone to going off the beaten path
- Learn about the lives of influential women like Livia and Agrippina
- Available every Tuesday, starting at 3 PM (winter) or 6 PM (summer)

Meeting Point

Via dei Fori Imperiali, 1

Via dei Fori Imperiali, 1, 00186 Roma RM, Italy

The meeting point for this tour is very close to the Colosseum. We meet by the huge "Info Point," which is on the main road that leads to the Colosseum

What's included:

• Expert local Storyteller and historian

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes

Piazza del Campidoglio

, , Rome, 00186

From this ancient hill of Rome, you will have a remarkable view over the Roman Forum. From here, you will hear the remarkable stories of Empress Julia Domna and those of the Vestal Virgin Priestesses

30 minutes

Arco di Giano

Via del Velabro, Rome, 00186

A wonderful, yet lesser-known angle of the city of Rome. In this marvelous square, you get the chance to see a unique perspective of Palatine Hill. Besides, the 3rd century AD "Arco degli Argentari", the 2nd century BC Temple of Hercules, and the 13th century church of "San Giorgio al Velabro" make a magical atmosphere

30 minutes

Foro di Cesare

Via dei Fori Imperiali, Rome, 00100

While at the Forum, we focus our attention on the ruins of the Temple of Venus Genetrix. This temple was commissioned by Julius Caesar. There are still ruins visible, and I show recreations of what it once looked like. Here we talk about Cleopatra

30 minutes

Tempio di Portuno

Piazza della Bocca della Verita, Rome, 00186

This is a fantastic archaeological area of Rome, which is full of enchanting remains

10 minutes

Teatro di Marcello

Via del Teatro de Marcello, , Rome, 00186

The theatre of Marcellus represents a crucial spot for this tour. We talk about his mother, Octavia, who was married off to Marc Antony. Besides, I also show the recreation of the Columna Bellica. Back in the 1st century BC, Emperor Augustus threw a spear dipped in blood against that particular column, when he informed people that Rome was going to war against Cleopatra

5 minutes

Il Portico Di Ottavia

Via del Portico d'Ottavia, 29, Rome, 00186

Empress Livia, the wife of Emperor Augustus, represents the conclusion of this storytelling walking tour. She is known as the first First Lady in the history of the Western world. Her story is powerful and deserves to be known

30 minutes