Rome in a Day Tour with Vatican, Colosseum & Historic Center | 7 hours 30 minutes

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Private - Rome in a Day
2 Adults x $629.95
$1,259.90
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Private tour of Rome's most famous sights in one incredible day of sightseeing with the Colosseum and Vatican Museums.

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person) & reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Transportation to Vatican Museums
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Small group of 18 guests maximum
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (24h – Colosseo, Foro Romano, Palatino Ticket, €18)
  • Local Expert English-Speaking Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Overview

This walking tour combines your must-do Rome experiences into one full day. You'll delve into the very essence of Roman history, culture, art, and architecture as an expert guide introduces you to Rome’s best-known sights. Take to the streets of Rome for a walking tour past the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain, and Piazza Navona. After lunch on your own, walk to the Colosseum and head straight inside for a 1-hour tour where you'll hear tales of gladiators and emperors. Then travel by private transfer to the Vatican where you'll skip the line into the Museums for a guided tour of the Raphael Rooms, the Gallery of the Maps, ancient Greek and Roman sculptures. End at the breathtaking and world famous Sistine Chapel to see Michelangelo's incredible frescoed ceiling for yourself. With a perfectly crafted itinerary, special express access and one private transfer, you'll see more of Rome in a single day than you ever thought possible.

Meeting points

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Piazza Navona 2, in front of Museo di Roma.

End point

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Vatican Museums

Itinerary

  • Piazza Navona

    Take to the streets of Rome for a walking tour of the historic center with your guide. Soak up the atmosphere in Piazza Navona, as your guide unravels the story of Bernini's fountain

    30 minutes

  • Pantheon (Pass By)

    This nearly 2,000-year-old building has the largest un-reinforced concrete dome in the world. Hear how it was built and why it has inspired so many other buildings, from St. Peter’s Basilica to the U.S. Capitol Building.

  • Fontana di Trevi

    Stroll through streets made famous by films like “Roman Holiday”, stopping at the Trevi Fountain.

    30 minutes

  • Piazza Venezia

    The guided walk of the historic city center takes you to see some of Rome's most impressive public sights.

    30 minutes

  • Largo Corrado Ricci

    Take a one-hour break for lunch (not included in price) with recommendations from your guide.

    1 hour

  • Colosseum

    Afterwards, follow your guide to the Colosseum and head past the crowds to enjoy a guided tour in small groups. Hear tales of gladiators and emperors as you learn what life was like in Rome 1,000 years ago during a 1-hour tour of one of the world's most iconic sites. You won't go inside the Roman Forum, opting instead for a special overlook from where you can see it all without the crowds.

    1 hour 45 minutes

  • Foro Romano (Pass By)

    Next, stroll to the Roman Forum to learn how it functioned as the beating heart of Rome’s all-encompassing empire. Instead of slogging through the crowds inside the Forum, your guide will lead you to a stunning overlook.

  • Vatican Museums

    Our specially-curated Vatican tour highlights the best works including the Gallery of the Candelabra and the Gallery of Tapestries among others.

    2 hours

  • Sphere within a Sphere (Pass By)

    Inside the peaceful, Pinecone Courtyard you'll pass a spectacular bronze globe. It was designed for the Vatican by well-known Italian artist Arnaldo Pomodoro and copies of it can now be found all over the world, including Dublin, Tel Aviv and New York City.

  • Sistine Chapel

    The day ends with the highlight of your tour, which is, of course, the Sistine Chapel with its incredible frescoes painted by Michelangelo.

    45 minutes

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
  • Please note that this is a walking tour with a quick bus transfer from Central Rome to the Vatican.
  • The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and must match the names on the ID/Passport. Name changes are not permitted.
  • A government-issued ID or passport is required for all participants. Without an ID, security may deny entry to the monument. All guests, including children, must bring ID on tour day.
  • This tour is fully refundable up to 7 days prior to the event. Within 7 days, this tour is 100% non-refundable.
  • The sites are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
  • Due to the religious nature of the Vatican Museums, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. You can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the Vatican.
  • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

Partially Refundable

January 30100% refund
February 06No refund

You can cancel up to 7 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 7 full days before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 7 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 7 full days before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Reviews

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927 reviews

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Worth every minute

Published on Jan, 2025

Unforgettable! This Rome tour brought ancient history to life. Expert guides, breathtaking sites, and insightful stories. A must for history buffs.

Stefano was our guide and...

Published on Jan, 2025

Stefano was our guide and he was excellent. He was very conscientious of those slower in our group and with disabilities he went out of his way to make things smoother for us. He was so informative. He was a wonderful guide.

Most enjoyable rewarding experience

Published on Dec, 2024

Our tour guide Andrei is awesome, super knowledgeable and engaging, we learned so much but also found the experience so rewarding. Thank you!

Spectacular day

Published on Dec, 2024

I can’t believe we saw and did so much in one day! The last time I visited Rome was 26 years ago and I just remember it being crowded, hot, and there was too much to see. But this trip was the complete opposite. Yes, it was still hot, but or guide did a marvelous job keeping us in the shade and showing us all the best tunings about Rome. I loved everything about this tour. He was thorough and taught us along the way!

Must do

Published on Nov, 2024

We enjoyed this power tour. Paolo was a great guide and offered us all the informations we asked for. I recommend this tour for everyone coming to Rome for the first time.

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