Paolo was incredible! He brought Roman history to life as he poured his wealth of knowledge into during our tour. He is very personable as well.
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Hello everyone, my name's Paolo and I'm an archaeologist and a licensed tour guide. I was born in Forlì, a small picturesque city located in Northern Italy - not far from Bologna. And it was there, in my childhood, where I took my first steps in the world of archaeology, going with my friends in search of fossils and other ancient objects. I graduated at the University of Bologna obtaining a degree in Cultural Heritage, then I completed the postgraduate school in Classical Archaeology at the University of Padua, then I moved to Rome. I never quit studying and improving my knowledge as a professional archaeologist working on field and research so I also a got a Phd in Classical Archaeology at the Ludwig Maximilians Universität of Munich (Germany), wonderfull experience! To follow my passion and my job I have lived in several cities in Italy and Greece, such as Rome and Pompeii. Since 2009 I have enjoyed living and working in Castellammare di Stabia too, a quaint maritime town near Pompeii - where you could say I have "landed" and remained ever since. I'm lucky to be responsible of the Roman site of Stabia for directing and coordinating excavations and restoration projects, teaming up with archaeologists and restorers from all over the world. I have also been a licensed tour guide of the Campania Region and Vatican city and Colosseum since 2014, so when I'm not involved with excavation work, I love to share my time and my knowledge with students, art lovers and tourists showing them the archaeological and artistic treasures of this enchanting corner of Italy. Now I live and work in Rome as I feel like it's my native city and always fascinated with the Ancient Rome since I was a child. The Ethernal city is absolutey magic in every its corner. I specialized in Roman archaeology and Rome it's my hometown where I feel home 100%. I look forward to showing you the best ones and live an amazing experience together exploring the best. What else can I say? I'm waiting for you here to spend some unforgettable days together! I graduated at the University of Bologna obtaining a degree in Cultural Heritage and then I completed the postgraduate specialization in Classical and Roman Archaeology at the University of Padova. I have a PhD in Classical Archaeology at the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Germany. Due to Italian rules, I'm licensed to guide you inside museums, archaeological areas, cities. I'm not a licensed driver. For tours including private transportation my associated professional driver will be at your disposal.
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How to enjoy the best of Rome in two days only? If you have short time in Rome choose this tour! I structured a multi-day tour perfectly suitable for travelers who want to enjoy Rome focusing on the best archaeological sites and highlights of the city. An unforgettable experience combining all the different aspects of the most historical places in the world, a time travel across the centuries of life in Rome, from Ancient Roman times to the Baroque and the best corners of modern times. A full day tour walking of Colosseum and Old Town center, then a Vatican tour and Sightseeing of the best highlights and quarters in Rome (Trastevere, Circo Massimo, Gianicolo and Aventino's hill and more). Don't waste your time looking for multiple tours! Two days are already perfectly arranged with the best to see! We'll explore the city in a local prospective living the quarters too, not only attractions, with a professional archaeologist working on field at your disposal. What are you waiting for? Come and join me!
Paolo was incredible! He brought Roman history to life as he poured his wealth of knowledge into during our tour. He is very personable as well.
Our group of two adults and two teenagers spent three days with Paolo exploring Rome and Tivoli. He was absolutely fantastic and aside from being an accomplished expert in his field, was really fun and engaging with adults and teens alike. He presented a ton of information but in such a way that we really absorbed as much as possible. I don’t think you could find a better guide. We look forward to visiting Italy again with Paolo as our guide.
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Very knowledgeable and personable. Learned a lot and found the visit to be most enjoyable despite large crowds of tourists…thanks Paolo!!!
Our god was awesome, he got us into things quickly and explained more than we ever knew about any of the places that we were in Rome. We had the two day tour and it was well worth it. I would suggest this to anyone that has the time.
Paolo is very knowledgeable and charming. I highly recommend him!
DAY 1: 6 HRS WALKING TOUR FROM ANCIENT ROME TO BAROQUE AND MODERN TIMES : • We'll meet outside Colosseo metro B station • Colosseum and Roman Forum tour • quick stop for lunch if required • Old Town Center walking tour (Trevi, Navona, Spanish steps , Via del Corso and more) •end of the tour DAY 2: VATICAN AND BEST HIGHLIGHTS IN THE CITY SIGHTSEEING FULL DAY TOUR WITH TRANSPORTATION (7 hrs) • pick up at your hotel in Rome by private minivan and professional driver • Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter Basilica tour •stop for lunch • sightseeing driving with several stops for the best highlights in the city (Bocca della Verità, Circus Maximus, Gianicolo and Aventino hills -with the famous key hole-, Trastevere , Tiberine Island and more) •back to your accommodation *THIS TOUR CAN BE CUSTOMIZED AND EXTENDED ON REQUEST* We can also add an extra day for a day trip out of town like Tivoli Hadrian's Villa and Villa D'este (just ask me for an extra day and quotation)
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day 1: walking (no transportation) day 2 : private modern mercedes minivan and professional driver
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: outside Metro B Colosseo station, next to green newspaper box
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