ROME, In Caesar footsteps

A world premiere created by Studio Shaman, Montreal
📍 At the Palais des congrès de Montréal — Hall Viger (ground floor), Place-d’Armes metro station
📅 From January 22nd, 2026

Step into one of the most fascinating periods in history: the final days of the Roman Republic. Powered by cutting-edge immersive technology, ROME transports you 2,000 years into the past: into the political intrigues of the Senate, the bustling streets of the Forum, and legendary military camps… all leading to the pivotal moment of Julius Caesar’s assassination.

In this virtual-reality adventure, you will become a privileged witness (and sometimes even a participant) in history.

Get ready: Rome has never felt so alive.

Highlights
🏛 The first large-scale immersive experience dedicated to the Roman Republic, combining storytelling, exploration, and interactivity
🎮 A VR experience that lets you walk through Rome at full scale
🦁 One-of-a-kind historical interactions: hold a flabellum, symbolically face a lion in the arena, follow characters with your gaze, and influence certain scenes
🏛 Iconic locations faithfully recreated using the latest technology: the Domus, Caesar’s Forum, the Senate, the Circus Maximus, Roman military camps, and more
📚 A story grounded in real history, based on key moments from Julius Caesar’s life: the Gallic Wars, the Triumvirate, and the Senate conspiracy
🌐 A technological achievement powered by cutting-edge production tools and immersive VR technology
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 An exciting experience for history fans, families, and curious explorers alike

🎁 Give unforgettable memories! Purchase a gift card for ROME, In Caesar footsteps here

General Info
📅 Dates & times: choose your time slot when purchasing tickets
⏳ Duration: approximately 45 minutes (standing and free movement)
📍 Location: Palais des congrès de Montréal — Hall Viger (ground floor), Place-d’Armes metro
👤 Age requirement: 8+ (children aged 8–12 must be accompanied by an adult)
📄 Waiver requirement: each guest must complete their own waiver here
♿ Accessibility: wheelchair accessible (manual or powered). For optimal navigation we recommend using manual mode when possible. Chairs are available on site. One free ticket is provided for a companion
🧑‍🦽 Wednesday mornings are recommended for visitors with reduced mobility or those sensitive to vertigo
👥 Corporate & school groups: our team can help organize your visit
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here

Description
ROME, In Caesar footsteps seamlessly blends past and present in a groundbreaking immersive experience. Through virtual reality, you’ll explore Rome’s most iconic landmarks, reconstructed with extraordinary detail. Intuitive hand-tracking lets you interact naturally with the world around you as you witness the pivotal moments that shaped Rome’s destiny, culminating in the dramatic events of the Senate and the legendary words, “Tu quoque, fili mi?”

Created and produced in Montreal by Studio Shaman, this original world premiere pushes the boundaries of immersive storytelling, using a revolutionary production pipeline to deliver exceptional visual and narrative quality.

Prepare to walk in Caesar’s footsteps and discover Rome like never before. Book your tickets today. This world premiere is not to be missed!