Diocletian Thermal Baths and National Roman Museum Guided Tour

Discover one of the world’s most impressive ancient Roman art collections on this 3 hour private tour of Palazzo Massimo and the Diocletian’s baths. Meet your guide at the entrance of Palazzo Massimo and venture into see the spectacular collections of classical art, as you listen to your expert guide give you insight into the individual paintings. Observe the Boxer at Rest, which represents ancient boxing techniques and see the famous Discus Thrower that illustrates historical Olympic games. Take the time to wander through and admire the original painted rooms belonging to Empress Livia, Augustus' wife. Visit the Diocletian Baths, named after the Emperor Diocletian, the largest public baths in Ancient Rome, which held up to 3000 people at one time. Learn how the baths were converted into the church of Santa Maria degli Angeli, an exquisite architecture that reflects the history of an ancient bath house, built by Michelangelo.