Rome with Marisa
Rome with Marisa
5
Cultural ToursHistorical & Heritage ToursPrivate ToursArchaeology Tours
Full view
About
"Rome with Marisa" provides Rome Private Tours for Indipendent Travellers (Italian and English). Each tour is provided by Marisa, archaeologist and qualified tourist guide. Discover Rome with a local guide!
Similar Experiences
Travelers talk about
Contribute
Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.
Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as wait time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.
Popular mentions
5.0
133 reviews
Excellent
131
Very good
2
Average
0
Poor
0
Terrible
0
Tim K
Los Angeles, CA5 contributions
Nov 2022
We just spent a packed four days with Marisa touring the sites of Ancient Rome as part of my Bucket List trip. She is remarkable and her experience as an historian and archaeologist totally shined through.
We completed a custom combination of her "Imperial Rome" tour, her walking tour of the Campus Martius, her "Underground Rome" tour, and her tour of the Capitoline Museums (where she pointed out the original retaining wall of the temple to Jupiter Optimus Maximum and the remnants of the Tabularium).
By using diagrams on her iPad and in her notebook, we were able to see the Forum, Palatine Hill and so many other sites come alive. She didn't overwhelm us with information, but instead homed in on what we really needed and wanted to know. For example, we spent an afternoon with her at the Vatican Museums. Knowing my interest in Ancient Rome. she pointed out dozens of artifacts discovered inside the Domus Aurea (Nero's Golden Palace buried in the hill side near the Colosseum) and showed us original, famous busts and statues from Ancient Rome that one sees depicted in all the history books.
I spent a couple of months communicating by email with her to plan this trip and she always provided timely, detailed, and helpful responses. She purchased all the necessary tickets for us in advance which was so helpful given the literal bludgeoning one receives when trying to search for tickets on the Internet. She managed my expectations on what would actually be available given the quirkiness of some of the sites, and we were lucky enough to score tickets to the Domus Aurea and the night tour at the Colosseum. She even did some last-minute negotiations with the staff at the site to get us into the House of Augustus on the Palatine Hill, a powerful experience because it is a place I have always wanted to visit.
She is personable and patient, even when I kept stopping to photograph every sign and climb every staircase to get a better view :) We are so lucky to have found her when searching the Internet for private guides and I couldn't imagine having a better guide for this absolutely incredible experience. Thank you, Marisa!
We completed a custom combination of her "Imperial Rome" tour, her walking tour of the Campus Martius, her "Underground Rome" tour, and her tour of the Capitoline Museums (where she pointed out the original retaining wall of the temple to Jupiter Optimus Maximum and the remnants of the Tabularium).
By using diagrams on her iPad and in her notebook, we were able to see the Forum, Palatine Hill and so many other sites come alive. She didn't overwhelm us with information, but instead homed in on what we really needed and wanted to know. For example, we spent an afternoon with her at the Vatican Museums. Knowing my interest in Ancient Rome. she pointed out dozens of artifacts discovered inside the Domus Aurea (Nero's Golden Palace buried in the hill side near the Colosseum) and showed us original, famous busts and statues from Ancient Rome that one sees depicted in all the history books.
I spent a couple of months communicating by email with her to plan this trip and she always provided timely, detailed, and helpful responses. She purchased all the necessary tickets for us in advance which was so helpful given the literal bludgeoning one receives when trying to search for tickets on the Internet. She managed my expectations on what would actually be available given the quirkiness of some of the sites, and we were lucky enough to score tickets to the Domus Aurea and the night tour at the Colosseum. She even did some last-minute negotiations with the staff at the site to get us into the House of Augustus on the Palatine Hill, a powerful experience because it is a place I have always wanted to visit.
She is personable and patient, even when I kept stopping to photograph every sign and climb every staircase to get a better view :) We are so lucky to have found her when searching the Internet for private guides and I couldn't imagine having a better guide for this absolutely incredible experience. Thank you, Marisa!
Written November 7, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Many many thanks Tim
It's unusual for me to meet a client who is so in love with Ancient History
Planning your tours and providing archaeological walks was for me an honour!
Marisa
Written August 20, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Jet68374176305
3 contributions
Mar 2023
This is the 2nd time we have had Marisa as a guide (the first time was pre-Covid). My daughter and I had the pleasure of Marisa guiding us through the Colosseum and then Vatican (2 separate days). She is knowledgeable, articular, and passionate about her work. It helps that she is an archeologist and also works for the Vatican giving tours. I cant imagine going through both sites without a guide. We feel very lucky to have her as our guide ad would be delighted to recommend her to our family and friends.
Written April 10, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you very much :)
Meeting your daughter for the first time, and you for the second was a pleasure!
I was the lucky one, to have you as my clients!
Marisa
Written August 20, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Susan W
Concord, NH23 contributions
Dec 2019
Marissa gave our group of 5 an excellent tour of the Vatican Museum and St. Mark's. She is very knowledgeable and a true professional. She was willing to accommodate our interests. When I go back to Rome I will definitely book another tour with her. Marissa was easy to communicate with and to make arrangements with. Because we were there just before Christmas she recommended which would be the best day and times to visit the Vatican to avoid the crowds. Had she been available both days we would have used her for our archeological tour as well.
Written January 5, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Dear Susan,
many thanks for the review!
I'm glad you liked our visit of the Vatican: during the Christmas week the museum is always crowded, so I'm happy we were able to do pleasant tour. Thank you again for having chosen my guidance for your visit.
Written February 12, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Jim and Grace C
1 contribution
Oct 2022
We thoroughly enjoyed the two educational and highly enjoyable half-days with Marisa on the Ancient Rome/Basic Tour and Vatican/Sistine Chapel tours. Both provided us with practical information on the history and archeology of each site visited. Our tour experience was greatly enhanced by the renderings and maps that Marisa carried and displayed at the sites. These allowed us to visualize the original structures and geography as compared to present day. Marisa is an outstanding guide. She is extremely knowledgeable, organized, patient and very experienced in dealing with the Rome tour crowds. All email communications with her prior to our tours were timely, clear and efficient. And she even recommended a very pleasant hotel for our stay and a restaurant near the Vatican which became our favorite in Rome. At the end, we considered her a dear friend we know in Rome. Thanks, Marisa, for sharing your love for Rome to us!
Written November 5, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
thank you very much for your kind words :)
Written August 20, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Sébastien K
20 contributions
Sep 2024 • Couples
We had the incredible opportunity to spend two unforgettable days exploring Rome and the Vatican with Marisa Ficorella. Marisa, a knowledgeable archaeologist and a passionate guide, brought the millennia-old history of Rome to life in ways we didn't expect.
Our journey began with an in-depth tour of the Colosseum, where her detailed storytelling and expert knowledge made the ancient amphitheater's history and architecture truly come alive. We then wandered through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. In the Basilica of San Clemente, a hidden gem with multiple layers of history beneath its foundations, Marisa's enthusiasm made us get an understanding of the intricate ancient structures. As Vatican guide, we also had the privilege to discover the St. Peter's basilica and Vatican museums in a personal way learning about so many fascinating stories attached to the art, architecture and artifacts that we saw.
Overall it was a perfect blend of academic rigor and engaging storytelling. If you're planning a trip to Rome, I highly recommend booking a tour with Marisa Ficorella. It's an experience you won't want to miss!
Grazie mille, Marisa, for making our Roman adventure unforgettable!
Our journey began with an in-depth tour of the Colosseum, where her detailed storytelling and expert knowledge made the ancient amphitheater's history and architecture truly come alive. We then wandered through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. In the Basilica of San Clemente, a hidden gem with multiple layers of history beneath its foundations, Marisa's enthusiasm made us get an understanding of the intricate ancient structures. As Vatican guide, we also had the privilege to discover the St. Peter's basilica and Vatican museums in a personal way learning about so many fascinating stories attached to the art, architecture and artifacts that we saw.
Overall it was a perfect blend of academic rigor and engaging storytelling. If you're planning a trip to Rome, I highly recommend booking a tour with Marisa Ficorella. It's an experience you won't want to miss!
Grazie mille, Marisa, for making our Roman adventure unforgettable!
Written November 30, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Darren L
Singapore, Singapore15 contributions
Jan 2020
I chanced upon Marisa's website while searching for a guide in Rome. Without giving much thought, we booked her for the colosseum/palatine hill/roman forum and vatican tours. Marisa, was a hit with our family. She's a true blue roman with heart for the culture, and her background as an archeologist helped shined the light on many of the burning questions we had.
needless to say, I would definitely recommend Marisa for any of her tours as she is a gem. 11/10
needless to say, I would definitely recommend Marisa for any of her tours as she is a gem. 11/10
Written February 8, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Dear Darren,
thank you very much for the review!
Touring with your family was a pleasure for me.
I've loved to guide you around, and to reply to your question was a joy
thank you for having chosen my company for your trip! thank you also for the photos
Marisa
Written February 12, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Steve
6 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
My wife and I had the opportunity to join Marisa for private tours of the Colosseum/Roman Forum and Vatican Museums/St. Peter's Basilica. She was really quite excellent, from fair pricing, to extremely clear and detailed communication prior to the days of the tours regarding meeting times/locations, to the actual quality of the tours themselves. She was extremely knowledgeable on basically everything we saw, and was able to communicate her passion for the area in a clear and friendly way. Highly recommend.
Written May 9, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
pvskaterboyajc
Palos Verdes Estates, CA1 contribution
Oct 2023
You can’t do Rome without Marissa! An amazing guide who is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about her city. You will not be able to see the city properly and avoid typical tourist pitfalls without a guide. There is none better than Marissa!
Written January 10, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you very much Alex!
your review makes me happy, I'm glad that you enjoyed our tours. Grazie and come back soon to explore more!
Marisa
Written January 14, 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
jclare75
Elmhurst, IL14 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
We spent half day with Marisa touring the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s. She is highly knowledgeable about the history and treasures of the Vatican. She was incredibly organized and responsive during the tour planning process. We loved our time with her and would highly recommend her! A highlight of our trip to Rome!
Written January 12, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Hi Clare, thank you very much!
I loved to spend the morning with your nice family at the end of December, I'm glad the Vatican was not too crowded and you enjoyed the tour with me.
what a nice way for me to end the year!
Thank you, Marisa
Written January 14, 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Stuart G
3 contributions
Feb 2020
We had the pleasure of touring the Forum, San Clemente, and Vatican with Marisa. She is so fun and easygoing and knowledgeable she made our trip to Rome even more special. To have a guide with her level of expertise made walking the ancient sites a real experience. FIVE STARS
Written July 9, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
thank you Stuart!
I remember with a smile our tours together. It seems like a lifetime ago
Let's hope we can back to travel soon, so I can meet again nice couples like your and your wife!
Written October 14, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Hola Marisa...somos un grupito que estariamos en Roma los dias 3 y 4 de diciembre. Como podriamos contactar contigo?
Written October 7, 2018
Hola! Desculpame pero no hablo espanol. Trabajo en Ingles Y Italian. You can find me online on my website romewithmarisa
Written November 13, 2018
Dominic1982_Sim
Zurich, Switzerland
Hi Marisa, how can I contact you? We are 4 persons who would like to do a tour 29/30 June, each half a day to colosseum and vatican. What is the price?
Written June 11, 2018
HI, thanks for the message!
I'm sorry but I'm fully booked for the 29/30th of June
For your next visit in Rome, you'll find my website and mail linked at my profile page.
Written June 16, 2018
Dominic1982_Sim
Zurich, Switzerland
Hi Marisa, we are 4 persons and would like to book half a day colosseum and half a day Vatican. 29/30. June. Would that be possible? At what cost? How can we contact you???
Written June 11, 2018
Hi again, i've noticed now that my email address is no longer visible on this page, neither my website. Sorry, this is a change in the policy of TA. Try to google my name and last name
Marisa Ficorella, tourguide
Written June 18, 2018
Can u tell me how much 3 hour colloseum and palatine tour costs
Written March 22, 2018
hi! I'm the guide Marisa
The cost is 150€ for 3 hours.
Written May 1, 2018
Me podrian indicar el coste . Somos 3 personas, deseamos visitar el barrio judio , conocer su historia y lo que nos pudiera aconsejar para un recorrido no muy agitado en un tour de 2/3 horas. Seria en espanol. Saludos y g racias
Written August 21, 2015
Hola, soy la guia Marisa. Desculpe pero yo no hablo espanol!
At the moment, I provide tours in Italian and in English.
You can see rates on my website, basically 50€/hour
Gracias
Written August 22, 2015
Showing results 1-5 of 5
*Likely to sell out: Based on Viator’s booking data and information from the provider from the past 30 days, it seems likely this experience will sell out through Viator, a Tripadvisor company.