Domus Aurea Guided Tour with Virtual Reality Experience

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About this activity

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 experience one of ancient Rome’s most astonishing secrets.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 18 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: The Empireverse

Ages: Children (0–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tickets and reservation fees
Included: Exclusive access to the Domus Aurea
Included: English speaking archaeologist guide
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Virtual Reality Experience

Not included

Not included: Transportation
Not included: Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

Domus Aurea

1 h 30 min Admission included

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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.

End point

Using your ticket

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.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
As this is a walking tour with steps, staircases and uneven surfaces, comfortable shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended.
Please advise during the booking process if any traveler's have mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.
This is an inside archaeological site and even in the summer it can be cold, so you are advised to wear suitable clothing for this tour.