Circo Maximo Virtual Experience

Unlock the grandeur of ancient Rome through the Circo Maximo Virtual Experience, an immersive journey that transports you to the heart of the Eternal City.

The Circo Maximo Virtual Experience takes guests on an immersive journey through ancient Rome. Visitors can relive the grandeur of the imperial period with a self-guided tour enhanced by ZEISS VR headsets. Participants can experience thrilling chariot races at Circus Maximus while exploring the historical context. With ticket prices starting at $42.46, this eco-friendly adventure offers a unique opportunity to connect with Rome’s rich heritage. What’s in store for those who embark on this virtual expedition?

Key Points

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  • The virtual experience offers an immersive tour of ancient Rome’s Circus Maximus, including continuous flashbacks to the imperial period.
  • Participants can relive chariot races at the Circus Maximus, with admission to the site included in the experience.
  • The experience combines virtual and augmented reality to provide historical context, using a ZEISS VR headset for the immersive experience.
  • The activity is wheelchair and stroller accessible, with a meeting point near public transportation in Rome.
  • Participants are advised to consult a doctor if experiencing dizziness or nausea, and the experience may be canceled in extreme weather conditions.

Experience Overview

The Circo Maximo Virtual Experience offers visitors a unique opportunity to step back in time and enjoy the grandeur of ancient Rome.

Guests embark on a self-guided virtual reality tour, complete with continuous flashbacks to Rome’s imperial period. They can relive the excitement of chariot races at the iconic Circus Maximus and compare the ancient spectacle to its present-day counterpart.

The experience includes admission to the Circus Maximus, allowing guests to fully enjoy the history and atmosphere of this legendary Roman landmark.

Features and Inclusions

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Although the Circo Maximo Virtual Experience includes a ZEISS VR headset, visitors also receive an admission ticket to the Circus Maximus itself.

The Circo Maximo Virtual Experience provides both a VR headset and admission to the Circus Maximus itself.

The virtual tour allows participants to relive Rome’s Imperial period through a blend of virtual and augmented reality. Travelers can watch chariot races and compare present-day images to those from ancient times.

All fees and taxes are included, and an eco-friendly tour option is available.

Whether visiting by wheelchair or stroller, the tour’s accessible surfaces ensure a comfortable experience for all.

Meeting and Accessibility

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The Circo Maximo Virtual Experience meeting point is located at Aventino-Circo Massimo (Mb) in Rome, 00186.

The activity ends back at the same meeting point.

The experience is wheelchair and stroller accessible. It’s also near public transportation, and the surfaces are wheelchair-friendly.

Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult to use the VR headsets. Participants will need to present their ID when renting the headsets.

The experience may be canceled in extreme weather conditions like heavy rain or excessive heat.

Health and Safety Information

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Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult to use the VR headsets during the Circo Maximo Virtual Experience. Participants will need to present a valid ID to rent the headsets.

Those experiencing symptoms like dizziness or nausea should consult a doctor before using the VR technology. The virtual experience may be canceled in extreme weather conditions, such as heavy rain or excessive heat, to ensure the safety and comfort of participants.

The tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible, with surfaces designed to accommodate mobility devices. Participants should dress appropriately for the weather and be prepared for an immersive, but potentially physically taxing, experience.

Reviews and Pricing

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According to the information provided, the Circo Maximo Virtual Experience has a 4.0 rating based on 2 reviews, though no 5-star reviews were noted, indicating mixed feedback on the VR technology.

The experience is priced from $42.46 per person, with no refunds available for cancellations.

Travelers are advised to visit on cooler days or early mornings due to the lack of shade.

Virtual Tour of Circus Maximus

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The virtual tour of the Circus Maximus transports visitors back to ancient Rome‘s grandest racetrack. Through virtual and augmented reality, guests can relive the thrill of chariot races, watching as chariots whiz around the arena’s iconic oval track.

Historical flashbacks provide context, immersing participants in the empire’s imperial period. The experience allows travelers to compare present-day ruins to their former glory, with detailed 3D reconstructions bringing the site to life.

Wearing a ZEISS VR headset, guests are fully immersed, feeling as if they’ve been transported two millennia into the past.

Immersive Chariot Racing Experience

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As visitors don an immersive ZEISS VR headset, they’re transported to the grandeur of ancient Rome’s Circus Maximus, where the roar of the crowd and the thundering hooves of charging chariots envelop the senses.

Participants relive the excitement of Rome’s Imperial period, watching virtual chariot races and comparing them to historical images.

The experience allows them to fully enjoy the thrill of this iconic Roman spectacle, providing a captivating window into the past.

With this virtual reality tour, guests can vividly experience the sights, sounds, and energy of the Circus Maximus like never before.

Exploring Ancient Roman History

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While the virtual reality experience at Circus Maximus transports visitors to the grandeur of ancient Rome, it also provides a unique opportunity to explore the rich history of the Roman Empire.

Through continuous flashbacks and augmented reality, the experience allows guests to relive the Imperial period. They’ll witness chariot races and compare present-day Circus Maximus to its ancient counterpart.

The virtual tour immerses participants in the sights, sounds, and stories of Rome’s past, bringing the city’s illustrious history to life in an engaging and immersive way.