Take a 2.5-hour private tour of Saepinum, a lesser-known Roman site in the Molise region, guided by an expert archaeologist. Explore the well-preserved ruins and learn about daily life in ancient Rome.
Visit the Forum, the heart of public life, and the Basilica, a civic building. Discover the Roman Baths and the sophisticated heating system used by the Romans. Walk along the Decumanus Maximus, the main road, and visit Porta Bojano and Porta Terravecchia, the town’s impressive gates. End at the Amphitheater, where Romans enjoyed public spectacles such as gladiatorial games and theatrical performances.
This private tour offers a personalized experience, allowing you to explore at your own pa...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Admission Ticket
Private Walking Tour
Expert Archaeological Guide
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Area Archeologica di San Pietro dei Cantoni
Your guide will be waiting for you holding a sign with your name on it.
Return
Saepinum Ancient City Private Tour w Archaeologist Expert Guide
Sepino
About
Take a 2.5-hour private tour of Saepinum, a lesser-known Roman site in the Molise region, guided by an expert archaeologist. Explore the well-preserved ruins and learn about daily life in ancient Rome.
Visit the Forum, the heart of public life, and the Basilica, a civic building. Discover the Roman Baths and the sophisticated heating system used by the Romans. Walk along the Decumanus Maximus, the main road, and visit Porta Bojano and Porta Terravecchia, the town’s impressive gates. End at the Amphitheater, where Romans enjoyed public spectacles such as gladiatorial games and theatrical performances.
This private tour offers a personalized experience, allowing you to explore at your own pa...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Admission Ticket
Private Walking Tour
Expert Archaeological Guide
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Area Archeologica di San Pietro dei Cantoni
Your guide will be waiting for you holding a sign with your name on it.
Return
Itinerary
1
Parco Archeologico Di Sepino
The heart of ancient Saepinum, the Forum was the center of public life, commerce, and politics. Your guide will walk you through the remains of this open space where Roman citizens gathered for various activities. You’ll learn about the importance of the Forum in Roman society, its architectural features, and the significance of the surrounding buildings, including shops, public offices, and temples. This area serves as a window into the daily activities and interactions that took place in the heart of Roman towns.
20 minutes
2
Basilica di Saepinum
The Basilica of Saepinum, once a grand structure, served as a public building where legal and commercial affairs were conducted. You’ll hear about its role in Roman civic life and the grandeur of its design, which influenced later basilicas in other parts of the Roman Empire. Standing in the remains of this building, your guide will explain the architectural features, such as the large central nave and columns, which highlight Roman engineering and urban planning.
20 minutes
3
Decumanus Maximus
Stroll along the Decumanus Maximus, the main Roman road that cuts through the town from east to west. Lined with remnants of homes and shops, this road was the commercial artery of Saepinum, buzzing with activity during the height of the town’s influence. Your guide will explain how this road was used, the businesses that lined it, and how it connected various parts of the city. As you walk along the cobbled streets, you’ll get a sense of the bustling life of this Roman town.
20 minutes
4
Teatro Romano di Saepinum
Saepinum’s amphitheater provides a glimpse into the entertainment of the ancient Romans. Once the site of gladiatorial games and public spectacles, this structure speaks to the Roman love for entertainment and the significance of the amphitheater in Roman culture. Your guide will describe the architectural features of the amphitheater, how it was used, and its role in Roman social life. You’ll also learn about the connections between this ancient town and other Roman settlements, revealing how Saepinum fit into the wider Roman world.