The foundations of Florence date back to Roman times. The oldest part of the city bears the imprint of these Roman origins; rectangular in plan, it was enclosed in a wall about 1800 meters long. Straight roads that crossed at right angles characterized the built-up area, like all the cities founded by the Romans. The two main roads led to four towered gates and converged on a central square, the forum urbis. Like all the Roman cities Florence had an amphi-theatre, a theatre and Roman baths. Our mission will be to find them. The tour concludes with a visit to the remains of the Roman theatre. Are you ready? Let’s start to play this intriguing game. Florentia 59 b.c. is waiting for you.
