Gianicolo To Trastevere: Italy's Independence Trail With Gelato

We have been to Rome many times over the years and even been to Trastevere a few times, but the tour that Chiara and Federico provided showed a new and very interesting aspect of the area that I didn't know existed. Learning more about the history of Rome and understanding the roles of key participants in the revolution was exciting and very interesting, not only providing much greater insight into Rome, but reaffirming my love of the city. Chiara and Federico are wonderful guides, able to speak English very well, showing a deep understanding of all aspects of the tour, and most important, are very passionate about Rome's history which made the tour even more exciting! I would definitely suggest this tour while in Rome!

This tour explores a unique and fascinating chapter of Italian history that is not often discussed. I had no idea about this period or the people involved, and it truly filled in many of the blank spaces in my understanding of Italy. The conflict between church and state and the struggle for independence is an incredibly compelling part of Rome’s history. Not only is the experience informative and engaging, but it also takes you to one of the most beautiful areas of the city—places that most tourists would never think to visit. The views are breathtaking, and the tour concludes in Trastevere, which is worth exploring in its own right, with so much charm, history, and character. Chiara and Federico are exceptional guides. Their passion for Rome’s history is evident, and their deep knowledge and insight make the past feel vivid and tangible as you stand in these important locations. I highly recommend this experience to anyone who wants to discover a truly authentic side of Rome and gain a deeper understanding of its history, all while being guided by knowledgeable, engaging, and entertaining experts.

This week I went on this very interesting and enjoyable tour. It is a great way to learn of the history of the Independence of Italy, focusing on the principal players of the time. The guides, Chiara and Federico, were kind, charming and well informed. In addition, they spoke excellent English. I recommend this tour for anyone interested in the contemporary history of Italy.

We really enjoyed our walking tour with our Chiara and Frederico. As local guides they spoke clear and excellent English with a wealth of historical knowledge. It was a bit rainy on the day of our tour but they were at our meeting spot right on time and we were fortunate to have them all to ourselves as another couple had cancelled due to the weather. This tour is a great value and reasonably priced with a wonderful treat at the end. Thanks so much Chiara and Frederico for enriching our Rome Experience!

We highly recommend “Ideas 4 Travellers” as tour guides for anyone visiting Rome. Chiara and Federico were brilliant in choosing Gianicolo Hill as the starting point for our time there! The breathtaking panoramic view from this spot of the city below gave us a beautiful visual sense of the city, and their insights and descriptions of what we were looking at provided us with a historic overview of this “work of art” city. The retaining wall from our observation spot was inscribed with the Consitiution of the independent Italian states created by Garibaldi and his freedom fighters. The Gianicolo’s Hill tour was a perfect introduction to Rome for us, because not only is the hill’s location overlooking all of Rome inspiring, but as we walked, talked and looked with awe at the sites around we learned about their history and significance thanks to our guides. As we did, it truly dawned on us just how much the city’s people, and their fellow countrymen, have shaped the art and culture that we enjoy, value and share. We had studied this in school, but being there with Chiara and Federico made it real. It sank in that even the means of governing countries now in place around the world is influenced by Rome, and that doesn’t even begin to cover how we owe so much to Italy and Rome for our knowledge and practice of science and engineering. From the start of our tour at the lighthouse (sadly no photo to share) past the statues of Giuseppe Garibaldi, and his inspiring and fiery wife Anita, we leisurely walked, talked and enjoyed the moment and the place. As we began to walk down the hill we were thrilled to look across the street and see a wall of the Vatican bordering the top of Gianicolo’s Hill. And that lucky feeling, and our learning, continued as we leisurely walked down past Garibaldi’s Mausoleum, the tomb and shrine of St. Peter, and then down the steps on the way to the Trastevere neighborhood. Chiara and Federico pointed out many small, and seemingly insignificant landmarks that would have otherwise escaped us along the way, such as the shrine in the wall as we entered Trastevere noting that the candle lights in shrines such as this gave protection from thieves to citizens who had to pass through the dark alleys at night in days long past. As we ended the actual tour we settled down at a table outside a small café where my wife and I we enjoyed an aperitif and a light repast with Chiara and Federico giving us the chance to chat and get to know our guides, and they us, a little better as well as to become friends. What a tour - it was one of the most enjoyable 2 ½ hours that we have spent, and we highly recommend that you consider and use “Ideas 4 Travellers” as your travel guides for your trip to Rome.

This was a great experience in Rome! The walk was easy and beautiful, led by local guides who have a clear passion for sharing the lesser-known side of this city with us. The view from the Belvedere was such a romantic spot and the Acqua Paola fountain was so beautiful. We also saw the Tempietto del Bramante which is such a unique monument! Of course there was a lot of fascinating history such as Giuseppe and Garibaldi’s battles for the independence of Italy. Having a drink with our guides at the end was the cherry on top, felt like hanging out with our new Roman friends!

One of the best place to get paranomic view of Rome. It would be much better if the city trim some of the trees a bit. Standing up on this hill, you can basically see most of the attractions in the city of Rome. It is an amazing view. I also loved seeing the roads below. If you are in Trastevere area and have time to spare, it is worth a visit by walking up here. It is quiet when we visited in December. We walked from Vatican city up here. It is a bit long walk but in Rome, there is always something nice to look at along the way. One note of warning when walking from Vatican city to here: on line Google street map offers one road which is quite dangerous when you start the up hill walk, there is no side walk and you are facing traffic on one way street so avoid “Via Delle Fornaci” street if you see it on Google map showing walking direction. It is a romantic place and worth a visit for the great view.

We enjoyed this walk away from the usual tourist spot of Rome, we love to walk downtown but the less crowded area around the Gianicolo’s hill was a pleasant surprise! The view of the city from above at sunset is something we highly recommend. Chiara and Federico made us discover a very interesting part of the history of this city and its historical characters. Ending the walk with a good glass of wine was the best way to end this experience with our local experts.

Seeing Rome from the Gianicolo hill is a sight not to be missed.I am so happy I decided to take this walk with Chiara and Federico, they introduced me to a part of the most recent history of the city that I didn't know, explained why on a hill there is a lighthouse and visited the Tempietto del Bramante which alone deserves the whole visit. Ending the walk in Trastevere with a real Italian aperitif in the company of Chiara and Federico was the perfect conclusion to a very pleasant experience.

Such a beautiful walk!!! Chiara and Federico introduced us to a part of Rome that we knew little about with its history linked to the Roman Republic. The view of the city from the Belvedere is beautiful. The Fontana dell’Acqua Paola or as the Romans call it "Er fontanone" is very beautiful and the church of San Pietro in Montorio is a real jewel. The walk ends in Trastevere where Chiara and Federico have led us to enjoy an excellent aperitif chatting like old friends. We recommend this experience far from the crowd and in good company.

a nice uphill climb from the square of San Pietro sul Gianicolo. Thank goodness it wasn't in full sun or I would have suffered the heat. The road is sunken between gardens on the right at the beginning and walls that enclose the city of Rome on the left and now from a certain point onwards residences belonging to the Vatican that welcome priests and priests who study and deepen their knowledge coming, in large part, from non-European countries. It then reaches the Porta di San Pancrazio and then the fountain of Acqua Paola (pictured). All places that recall the battles for the defense of the Roman Republic with Garibaldi at the head of the defenders.

Exciting and Spectacular Urban Trekking Course #ConLoZaino, which allows you with a Sports Walk to observe many curiosities

The fountain, mythical Roman fountain, place of many films, is the gianicolo, with a unique panoramic view, practically you can admire all of Rome, wide and far, a beautiful place for a photographic memory of Rome. We recommend it to anyone who comes to visit rome.

First stop of our journey in Rome, from the Giuseppe Garibaldi monument, a beautiful viewpoint on the historic center of Rome... A few hundred meters away is the Fontana dell’Aqua Paola... Easy parking nearby.

The large fountain is more beautiful than the terrace, it is located below the Janiculum, easily reachable by buses leaving from various points of the city

Nice experience on an almost spring day. The panorama of the breathtaking eternal city leaves you enchanted by such beauty