Stadium of Domitian Underground Experience

Tour Overview

Beneath the lively cafes and fountains of Piazza Navona lies one of Rome's most fascinating hidden sites - the Stadium of Domitian. Built in the 1st century AD, this was the first and only permanent masonry stadium in Rome, hosting athletic competitions inspired by the Greek Olympic Games. Descend 4.5 meters below the modern square and walk through the original remains of this ancient arena. The self-guided experience includes a multilingual audio guide (7 languages) leading you through centuries of sporting history. Interactive panels and immersive 3D videos bring the ruins to life, showing how the stadium once looked with crowds, banners, and competing athletes. Learn how Piazza Navona's distinctive shape follows the outline of this ancient stadium that once held 30,000 spectators.