Circus Maximus GO Virtual Tour
Adults 15+: 39,9 €
Child 4-14: 29,9 €
Infant 0-3: 0 €
English
Italian
9:30 AM
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
5:30 PM
1,5 Hours
Everyday
25
Circus Maximus GO
Circus Maximus GO is the first Virtual Tour in Rome to discover the Circus Maximus and participate in the race with the quadrigas.
It is an animated and interactive 3D historical reconstruction in Virtual Reality. It is proposed as a cultural learning product; educational; formative; fun and suitable for all age groups. Also, it is a solution for activities to be carried out in company and outdoors. The experience is an integration to the beautiful Circo Maximo Experience project of the Municipality of Rome and Zetema. It allows you to get to know and deepen the Circense Pump and participate directly in the chariot race.
Virtual Reality
Meet the staff at the agreed point and join the group. This will be happy to welcome you and give you all the necessary information on the unfolding of your Circus Maximus GO virtual tour.
With our animated 3D reconstruction integrated with professional multilingual music and audio tracks, exploring the Circus Maximus has never been easier and more exciting! All the contents within the reconstruction that you will observe, were handled by the Digilab Archeo & Arte3D department of the La Sapienza University of Rome.
Circus Maximus Virtual Tour
Then put on a latest generation VR viewer and immerse yourself in Ancient Rome. During the experience you will be faced with steps to take and explore. Five different areas through the most significant stages in the history of Rome. From the founding of the city, which took place in 753 BC, to its maximum splendor.
Meet Romulus, the first King of Rome, intent on tracing the sacred and impassable border of his city. Around you the seven hills that enclose a thin and bare valley. Then take a look around, here is the Murcia Valley in all its splendor. Reclaimed by the Tarquini kings, it will host the first wooden amphitheater in history, the Circus Maximus.
Watch the city slowly take shape. You will have in front of you an urbanized city and set to shine. Here you will find the Foro Boario, the first market for the import and export of raw materials on the Tiber River.
Outside the Circus Maximus…
Before heading to the main entrance of the Circus Maximus, take the third step. Immerse yourself in the Severan era. It is precisely here that Rome reached its maximum splendor. Walk along the Via Appia Antica; meets the ancient Romans; soldiers; common people; admire the majestic Septizodium, the two-story fountain; then the Arch of Titus; the numerous tabernae; shops of all kinds; and finally, in the distance, you can see the overhanging and spectacular setting of the Colosseum.
The Chariot Race
After a short break, our staff will take you inside the amphitheater itself. Are you ready for an even more exciting adventure? Put on the VR viewer again and get ready to play. Virtually enter the imposing structure of the Circus Maximus. Look around. Precious marbles; columns; temples. A triumph of pride and grandeur. Did you know it could accommodate nearly 385,000 spectators? Hear the sound of the trumpets. These announce the beginning of the Pompa Circensis, the triumphant entry of the emperor followed by a parade of chariots; musicians; dancers and ornamental floats.
After learning the history of Rome and the Circus Maximus, all that remains is to participate in the competition. Put on the VR viewer for the last time and become the protagonist of the long-awaited chariot race. So, choose the faction; the color of the horse; grab the controller and go. Run as fast as you can. Overtake opponents. Avoid spectacular crashes and crashes like in the Ben Hur movie. Oh, no you fell! Wipe away the sweat and stand up. Force. You only have 7 laps around the plug to complete in order to win the winning prize. 1 million sesterces, the crown of that time and the crowd around you cheering and cheering on the new winner. Will it be you?
Site Visited
- Circus Maximus
Included
- VR assistant in Italian and English
- VR headsets
- RC insurance
- Integrated audio guide (Italian, English)
- Eye mask cover for VR headset
- Hand sanitizing gel
Not included
- Tourist guide
- Food & Drinks
- Souvenir
- Transport to/from the Hotel
Important things to know
- Please show the voucher to the staff (also in electronic format)
- It is advisable to arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the start of the activity. Customers who arrive late at the meeting point can NO longer participate in the booked tour, therefore they are not entitled to any type of refund.
- Tour available every day from Monday to Sunday.
- Not available on January 1st, May 1st, December 25th.
- Online bookings must be made at least 24 hours in advance, last minute bookings are accepted by phone or email.
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult and bring a valid identity document
- Large suitcases and bags are not allowed inside the attraction
- The activity is suitable for a maximum of 25 participants
- For help with meeting points or other urgent issues, please phone +39 3313586107
Meet us here
The meeting point established is Via di San Gregorio (corner of Via dei Cerchi). Here you will meet our staff featuring a black flag with a gold “Ancient & Recent” logo.
Via di San Gregorio, 00186, Rome
Meeting Point
Need to cancel your trip?
If the tour is canceled at least 7 days before departure, there is no lack of cancellation. Cancellation between 6 and 4 days before departure, a 50% cancellation fee will be charged. Tour cancellation within 3 days (72 hours) of departure, a 100% cancellation fee will be charged. The refund will be made only if the tour has been paid for and booked with Ancient & Recent, within one week of cancellation. The payment will not be refunded for any other reason (weather, change of travel program, illness, loss of the train …) To change the date or tme of your tour please email us at info@ancientandrecent.com or phone on +39 3313586107
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Anna Miller –
Unsere Familie mit drei Kindern hat vor Kurzem die Circus Maximus GO Virtual Reality-Erfahrung gemacht, und es war ein echtes Highlight unseres Rom-Besuchs!
Die Kinder waren fasziniert davon, wie die Geschichte der Stadt Rom so lebendig erzählt wurde. Wir konnten sehen, wie die Gegend, die einst ein Sumpf war, sich im Laufe der Zeit entwickelte und schließlich zum prächtigen Circus Maximus wurde, mit seiner beeindruckenden Marmorstruktur.
Ein weiterer Höhepunkt war der Blick auf die Geschäfte und Werkstätten, die das tägliche Leben der Römer zeigten. Es war, als ob wir durch die Vergangenheit spazierten und direkt dabei waren, wie Händler ihre Waren anboten und das Leben pulsierte.
Die Ankunft am Circus Maximus über die Via Appia Antica war unglaublich beeindruckend. Diese historische Straße zu sehen und dann direkt in das Zentrum des antiken Roms einzutauchen, hat uns allen eine echte Gänsehaut bereitet!
Unsere Kinder haben nicht nur viel gelernt, sondern auch richtig Spaß gehabt. Die VR-Erfahrung hat es geschafft, Geschichte auf eine Art und Weise zu erzählen, die sowohl Erwachsene als auch Kinder begeistert hat.
Wir können diese Erfahrung wirklich jedem empfehlen, der Rom besucht – besonders Familien. Es ist eine fantastische Möglichkeit, Geschichte hautnah zu erleben und gleichzeitig eine Menge Spaß zu haben!
Megan Thomas –
My husband and I recently experienced the Circus Maximus GO Virtual Reality tour, and we were absolutely blown away! My husband is a huge fan of Roman history, and this was the perfect activity for both of us—we learned so much and had a fantastic time.
The experience started with the legendary founding of Rome by Romulus, and it was like stepping into a time machine! Seeing Romulus mark the sacred boundaries of the city was fascinating and made us feel connected to Rome’s ancient origins in a way we’d never imagined.
We were captivated by the story of the Circus Maximus, from its humble beginnings as a swamp to the magnificent wooden structure that became a symbol of Roman entertainment. The VR visuals and storytelling were so vivid that we felt like we were right there in the heart of ancient Rome.
The pompa circensis was a highlight for both of us! The ceremonial procession was so colorful and full of life, with banners, gods, and heroes on display. It was thrilling to see how Romans celebrated their culture—it was almost like we were part of the event.
What made the experience even better was the wonderful staff. They were incredibly friendly, helpful, and made us feel welcome from start to finish. We could tell they were passionate about sharing this amazing piece of history.
We highly recommend booking this tour with Ancient & Recent—they’ve done a fantastic job bringing history to life. And if you’re planning your visit, definitely look out for the interactive chariot race feature that’s coming soon! We can’t wait to come back and experience that as well.
This is truly a must-do for anyone visiting Rome, whether you’re a history lover or just looking for a fun and educational adventure.
Paolo –
Bellissima esperienza con la realtà virtuale. Da Romano potrei dire che scoprire la storia del Circo Massimo grazie alla tecnologia, mi ha permesso di imparare molto è ricordare tutto perfettamente. Non avevo nessuna idea dell’impatto che potesse avere Circo Massimo nella storia della Roma antica, addirittura più rilevante del Colosseo stesso. Ultima parte del esperienza molto coinvolgente e divertente, incredibile l’idea del videogame in realtà virtuale. Ho gareggiato guidando una quadriga e mi sono classificato al secondo posto, La prossima devo vincere il grande premio di 1 milione di sesterzi:)
Grazie ancora.
Giulia Bianchi –
L’esperienza virtuale del Circo Massimo è stata sensazionale! Sono stata accolta da Marta, una ragazza dolce e carina che ci ha fornito le istruzioni su come usare il visore e su cosa avremmo visto! Era la prima volta che facevo una realtà virtuale ed è stato fantasticoooooo!!!! Il finale? Da non crederci. Ho guidato una biga all’interno dell’anfiteatro, sotto gli occhi della folla e dell’imperatore…però sono arrivata ultima! Sembra veramente di essere lì. Wowwwwww Lo consiglierei a tutti.