Rome wasn’t built in a day, but it was certainly built to last for eternity. But who’s behind the rise of the Eternal City? Was it Romulus, its legendary founder, or the famous Julius Caesar, who transformed Rome into an empire? Or perhaps the popes who shaped its cultural and religious landscape? This Essential Free Tour of Rome dives into these questions, offering a glimpse into the key figures and moments that have shaped the city’s history. As you walk through the historic streets, your guide will share the stories of emperors, popes, and visionaries whose ambitions turned Rome into the city that stands today as a beacon of history and culture.