Self-guided history tours in Rome
There are 10 self-guided history tours in Rome on FreeGuides Tours. They run from about 1 h 30 min to about 6 h, and a typical route covers 2.8 km on foot. 5 have audio you can listen to as you walk. Each costs a one-off €2 to unlock. Every tour runs in your phone’s browser with a live map and local stories at each stop, so you can start whenever you like.
History tours in Rome
- Food Tour of Rome
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Timeless walking tour
Explore the Hidden Gems & Highlights of Rome, Italy in a day
Roman Street Food 101
Roman Forum exploration.History and Culture Tour
Historical Highlights of Rome
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Rome - Collosseum, Forum Romanum & Palatine Hill
History tours in Rome at a glance
- Tours
- 10
- Shortest
- About 1 h 30 minHistorical Highlights of Rome
- Longest
- About 6 hRome - Collosseum, Forum Romanum & Palatine Hill
- Typical length
- About 3 h 30 min
- Typical route
- 2.8 km
- With audio
- 5
- Last updated
- 12 October 2026
History tours in Rome: questions
Are there self-guided history tours in Rome?
Yes. There are 10 self-guided history tours in Rome on FreeGuides Tours, out of 23 tours in the city. Each runs on your phone with a live map and stories at every stop.
How much do history tours in Rome cost?
Each costs a one-off €2 to unlock. No subscription, no account.
How long do history tours in Rome take?
From about 1 h 30 min (Historical Highlights of Rome) to about 6 h (Rome - Collosseum, Forum Romanum & Palatine Hill).