Farnese Collection
Haunted Rome Ghost Tour – The Original
Uncover the dark side of the Eternal City and dowse for ghosts on this ghost tour of Rome. Explore the spooky streets, piazzas, and bridges still haunted by the souls of heretics and witches executed, murdered, and burned alive. Listen to the spine-chilling ghost stories and experience the eerie atmosphere of Rome after dark. Learn about the ghosts of Julius Caesar and Emperor Nero and discover the truth about the crimes committed by the worst Popes Rome has ever seen. Your guide will provide you with a pair of divining or dowsing rods to experience ghost hunting first-hand.
• True ghost stories told by the guide
• Dowsing rods provided
• Small groups
• 90-minute ghost tour of Rome
• Expert story-teller guides
• Explore the city after dark with an expert guide
Capodimonte Museum in Naples
If you are in Naples don't miss the chance to visit The Museo di Capodimonte, one of the most important Italian museums; its art collection is made by the Farnese and Borbone collections. The museum preserves also a series of paintings coming from Neapolitan churches, among them two Caravaggio masterpieces.
Archaeological Museum of Naples Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist
Experience the wonders of the National Archaeological Museum with our small-group, expert-led tours. Discover the world-famous Farnese Collection, including the Ercole Farnese and Toro Farnese, among the best classical sculptures globally. Marvel at the exquisite frescoes and mosaics from Pompeii and Herculaneum, narrated with captivating details by our experienced archaeology guides.
Explore one of the oldest museums in the world, enriched with classical art masterpieces and stunning architecture. Join Askos Tours for an inspiring journey through history and art at the heart of Italy's cultural heritage
National Archaeological Museum of Naples
The National Archaeological Museum of Naples is a precious treasure chest ranging from the collection of finds from Magna Grecia, to the first Egyptian collection opened in a modern museum, to the monumental collection of statues of the Farnese family, with the Hercules and the imposing group del Toro, ending with the spectacular display of the thousands of finds excavated from 1738 in the cities of Ercolano, Pompei, Stabia, Oplonti: mosaics, objects of everyday life, the erotic objects of the surprising secret Cabinet, the frescoes, which will bring us back back in time to 79 AD, the year in which Vesuvius destroyed the cities around its perimeter. And all of this is inserted in the majestic seventeenth-century palace, which today faces the end of one of the most important arteries of the historic center of Naples.
Private Tour of the National Archaeological Museum of Naples
Visit with an expert licensed guide one of the richest archaeological collections in Europe.
Discover the buried and unveiled treasures of the cities of Pompeii, Herculaneum, Oplontis, Stabiae!
Admire the precious sculptures and jewels of the Farnese collection, among the main ones of the Renaissance era, discover the Greco-Roman sculptures of Campania, let yourself be enchanted by the history and beauty of unique finds and ancient legends.
2 Hours Private Guided Tour to Naples Archeological Museum
The museum is one of the most important and leading archaeological museums in the world. It contains an unprecedented collection of Roman-Greco antiquities from Pompeii, Stabiae, Herculaneum and other archaeological sites located in and around the region of Campania.
– The guided tour takes two hours, you will discover the incredible Farnese Collection donated by Charles of Bourbon, it contains many wonderful sculptures and gems found at the Baths of Caracalla in Rome.
You will not miss to admire the many frescoes and mosaics from the cities of Herculaneum, Pompeii and Stabiae, which were buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.
Other collections of interest are the Villa dei Papiri in Herculaneum, the Temple of Isis in Pompeii and the Egyptian collection. Before you leave make sure to visit the glass collection, which contains a beautiful piece from Pompeii titled the Blue Vase.
The Farnese: Art, Architecture and Power
Guided tour of the large exhibition open to the public from 19 March to 31 July 2022, dedicated to the client of the Farnese family in the halls of the Monumental Complex of the Pilotta in Parma. The exhibition involves the most spectacular environments of the Monumental Complex starting from the Voltoni del Guazzatoio, to continue on the main floor in the majestic Farnese Theater and in the Petitot Gallery and Palatine Library, there are amazing objects in precious metals, ivories, semi-precious stones, wonders exhibited in the ancient Farnese WunderKammerns. We will be able to admire 20 paintings, masterpieces from the Museum and Real Bosco di Capodimonte in Naples, among which works by Raphael, Tiziano Vecellio, El Greco and Annibale Carracci, arranged in dialogue with the works of the Complex in re-enactment of the Farnese gallery, where they were kept the 100 most significant paintings in the family collection.
National Archaeological Museum of Naples
The National Archaeological Museum of Naples is one of the most important museums in the world. Visit with this extraordinary casket that preserves absolute masterpieces of ancient art.
Private Tour of the National Archaeological Museum of Naples
This tour is designed for travelers who love art, sculpture, the historical intertwining that has led this museum to be one of the most important in the world and also for those who have seen the archaeological sites of Campania and have not been able to see the frescoes. on the walls, because they are detached and kept here.
Tour of the Archaeological Museum of Naples
Explore the wonders of the National Archaeological Museum of Naples with ease on our guided tour (skip-the-line tickets included!), where ancient art and culture come to life!
Meet your knowledgeable guide at the museum's entrance, a magnificent sixteenth-century palace. Explore the esteemed Farnese collection, featuring iconic masterpieces like the Hercules and the Bull.
Ascend to the upper floors to discover treasures from Pompeii and Herculaneum, including the famous Alexander mosaic. Marvel at detached paintings depicting ancient life and explore the "scandalous" Secret Cabinet, home to provocative erotic art.
For museum enthusiasts, the MANN is a must-visit, comparable to renowned institutions like the Vatican Museums and the Louvre. Immerse yourself in the captivating allure of antiquity with our expert guide, promising a journey through time and culture like no other.
Rome tour off the beat path: Bomarzo Caprarola & Calcata
This tour takes you beyond Rome to uncover the captivating beauty of Lazio's hidden treasures. From the enchanting Bomarzo Park of Monsters, where mythical stone sculptures blend art and nature, to the grandeur of the 16th-century Farnese Palace in Caprarola (or the stunning Orsini-Odescalchi Castle as an alternative), every stop offers a unique glimpse into Italy’s rich history and artistry.
Conclude your journey in Calcata, a perfectly preserved medieval village perched atop cliffs—offering a picturesque step back in time. With personalized recommendations for local dining and a knowledgeable driver to guide you, this tour is an extraordinary blend of history, culture, and scenic charm.
NAPLES: MANN, National Archeological Museum of Naples
Pick your favourite time to visit the Museum and meet our professional tour guide directly at the main entrance.
After an introductory explanation of the building – a former cavalry barrack – you will proceed toward the Mosaic collection at the first floor. The most famous piece here is the Alexander Mosaic, a huge representation of the battle between Alexander the Great and Darius III of Persia.
At the Ground floor you will discover the Farnese Collection and its marvelous marbles, especially the Farnese Hercules and the Farnese Bull were both originally hosted at the Baths of Caracalla and they are among the most impressive you will come across.
Don’t miss the the Bronzes from the Villa of the Papyri and, if you are lucky enough to find the sections open, the Secret Cabinet – hosting erotic and sexual items – and the Egyption Collection surely worth the visit!
Rome: 4-Hour Private Tour with Driver
Get personalized attention throughout the tour. Your itinerary can be customized to suit your own interests. Be wowed by the beauty of some of the city's most famous squares, see historic churches and Baroque fountains, and make sure you pause for a delicious Italian ice cream!
Pompeii & Archaeological Museum: Skip-the-Line with your Archaeologist
Do you want to see the ruins of Pompeii and Archaeological collections of Naples? What better way to do it than with a Vesuvian archaeologist and licensed guide! Without waiting for queues (I have PRIORITY LINE) we will leave from the main entrance of the city: Porta Marina Superiore. After this 2 hours tour at Pompeii and after a lunch break, let's go to the Archeological Museum! Get an insiders' look into the Archeological Museum with me.
Inside the museum, the collections show you items discovered during the official excavations of these ancient cities. From frescoes, mosaics, objects from private houses, medical instruments, statues and more. Check them out and hear interesting facts and stories behind, and please, ask away! I can help create a better image in your head, and you'll see how life used to be in a typical Roman colony.
This museum is famous because of the Vesuvian collection, as you will see, the other section the Farnese collection.
*Note: Tuesday museum closed
THE WONDERS OF ANTIQUES: The Archaeological Museum of Naples
The archaeological museum of Naples is one of the most important in the world!
Taking a guided tour of the museum is like using the time machine to discover traditions, techniques, and funny stories of the characters of antiquity!
Day Trip from Naples: Royal Palace of Caserta and Naples – private tour
The Royal Palace at Caserta spreads out before observers as a monumental complex and, with its five floors, stands 118 feet tall. It is constructed mostly in brick while the first two floors are laid with travertine. The entire structure is crowned by a very wide central dome. Those who see its inside are almost always astonished by its continuous succession of stuccoes, reliefs, frescoes, sulptures, flooring and inlays.
Naples is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, spilling down the hillside towards its wonderful Bay. Your guide will lead you through the city’s winding streets, and will include a visit to the city’s incredible Archaeological Museum, filled with masterpieces from ancient Rome such as the Farnese Bull and Farnese Hercules. Visit also the historic center: Castle Maschio Angioino, Royal Palace, Plebiscito square and Castle dell’Ovo on the scenic sea-promenade (exterior only).
Farnese Palace, Vico lake , Sutri park , package price
this private tour allows you to enjoy the very best of the province of Rome. Passing by Sutri, ancient village , to admire an incredible roman anphitheatre carved into the tuff local rock ,we drive through fascinating green meadows , vocanic rock montains to the north of the region. Futhermore, we visit places of famous tv and movies scenes like, De Medici series or Leonardo 's one: palace of cardinal Alexander Farnese, at Caprarola, a huge residence wholly paintend, with a wonderful park. We drive down to Vico Lake, an ancient volcanic crater . We stop at the beach, to relax, walk or swimm if you like ! Lunch isn't included but good restaurants aren't expensive. We can book it for about 25 euro. At about 15.30 pm , We drive back to Rome .
Archaeological Museum of Naples Private Tour
Visit one of the richest and most complete archaeological collections in Italy and Europe. The National Archaeological Museum in Naples is the most important museums in the world for classic archaeology.
See artifacts from Ancient Greece and Rome on a 2-hour guided tour by a certified archaelogical Guide.
Marvel at relics from the ruins of nearby Pompeii, explore the legendary Farnese collection of Greek and Roman antiquities, and more.
Private Vespa Tour in Rome with Pickup
A historic city, cultural capital and hub of architectural beauty, Rome offers a wealth of attractions and this Vespa tour of the city is the perfect opportunity to discover them. Take a closer look at sights, including Piazza Venezia, St Peter's Basilica and the almighty Colosseum, on board a Vespa like a true local.
On the way, listen to the long history of the city from the guide.
All equipment for the scooter is included.
Discover many of Rome's main attractions in one tour, learn all about the city's long history from your guide.
National Gallery: Capodimonte Museum with an Art Historian
The National Museum of Capodimonte, inaugurated in 1957 in Naples, displays valuable masterpieces of Italian art and focuses in particular on the major exponents of painting in Naples from the fifteenth to the nineteenth century. Re-opened in 1995 after major adjustment, it repeats the original layout of the Farnese collection of the royal apartment of Charles I of Bourbon, and it is home to major exhibitions.
Mastepieces are: Caravaggio, Andy Warhol, Baroque, Renaissance, Modern Art, Raffaello, Royal Palace.