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Rome: Colosseum, Vatican Museums & Historic Center in a Day

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Activity provider:Walks of Italy
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Rome: Colosseum, Vatican Museums & Historic Center in a Day
Activity provider:Walks of Italy
4.8  / 5149 reviews
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Explore Rome's most famous sights in one incredible day of sightseeing and beat the crowds at the Colosseum and Vatican Museums.

About this activity

Cancellation policy
This activity is non-refundable
Duration 7.5 hours
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Skip the line through a separate entrance
Live tour guide
English

Experience

Highlights

  • Enter the Colosseum with special express access.
  • Explore Rome's can't-miss sights with an expert guide.
  • Skip the lines waiting to enter the Vatican Museums.
  • Maximize your time with a carefully planned itinerary.
  • Take private transport from central Rome to the Vatican.

Full description

On this expertly guided walking tour, see it all— the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona and more. With special access to help you get ahead of the crowds and one quick bus transfer from central Rome to the Vatican, get the most from every precious second. Take to the streets of Rome for a walking tour of the historic center with your guide. You'll visit Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Piazza Venezia among other iconic spots. Take a one-hour break for lunch (not included in price) with recommendations from your guide. Afterwards, follow your guide to the Colosseum and bypass the masses 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. From there, travel by private transfer to the Vatican Museums and skip the line to bypass long wait times. Enjoy a tour of the best of the Vatican Museums as you admire the Raphael Rooms, the Gallery of the Maps, ancient Greek and Roman sculptures. Enter the world-famous Sistine Chapel, one of the most acclaimed interiors of all time, almost entirely due to Michelangelo's incredible frescoed ceiling. A thoughtfully planned itinerary, skip-the-line tickets, and knowledgeable guide help you cover much more ground than you could on your own. Relax and enjoy an epic day of sightseeing in Rome knowing that all the details are taken care of. All you have to do is show up and prepare to do a lot of walking on this ultimate Rome In a Day tour.

Includes

  • Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums
  • Transportation to Vatican Museums
  • Colosseum entry ticket (Colosseo, Foro Romano, Palatino ticket, €18)
  • Guided walking tour
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel transfers
  • Lunch

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

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Meeting point

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

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Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Long pants
  • Long-sleeved shirt

Not allowed

  • Shorts
  • Baby strollers
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Short skirts
  • Sleeveless shirts

Know before you go

  • The Colosseum is subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, you will be contacted prior to the tour. In the event of last-minute closures, modifications may only be communicated at the tour start time
  • 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/passport is required for every participant. Failure to bring an ID can result in the security staff refusing your entrance to the monument.
  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers.
  • Due to the religious nature of the Vatican Museums, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees.
  • This tour is fully refundable up to 4 days prior to the event. Within 4 days, this tour is 100% non-refundable.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 149 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Service
    4.9/5
  • Organization
    4.8/5

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Erik – United StatesAugust 21, 2024  – Verified booking
This "Rome in a Day" tour was hands down one of the best experiences I've ever had while traveling, and it was all thanks to Marco C., our exceptional guide. His deep knowledge of archaeology and Roman history set him apart from any guide I've ever encountered. Not only was he highly educated in his field, but he also brought a personal touch to the tour by sharing a book he compiled himself, detailing the history of each place we visited. This book was an incredible resource—full of in-depth information and fascinating insights that you wouldn’t get from a typical tour. Marco C.’s passion for archaeology was evident at every stop. He didn't just recite facts; he wove captivating stories about gladiators, emperors, and everyday life in ancient Rome, making each landmark feel alive with history. Whether we were standing before the towering Colosseum, gazing at the intricate frescoes of the Sistine Chapel, or admiring the treasures of the Vatican Museums.
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John – United StatesAugust 9, 2024  – Verified booking
"nick" was an amaizing tour guide. and although it was hot and humid he made sure to keep us hydrated and in the shade every chance he got. when they "rome in a day" they arnt kidding! if you only have a few days in rome then this is the tour for you! we saw everything we wanted to see! walked almost 9 miles but man was it amaizing! would definitely recommend this tour!
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Amy – AustraliaAugust 8, 2024  – Verified booking
Ambra, our guide was fantastic. She was an archeologist by trade and she told so many amazing stories about the colosseum, vestal virgins, and Ancient Rome! The Roman Forum walk was also incredible. I’m still raving about our food of a tour guide she was! We had a break for lunch, before the Colosseum and Vatican. This tour is a lot for a big day, so if you’re short for time this tour is great. There’s barely any shade in the Colosseum so definitely bring water and a hat for shade. We went through the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museum, and Ambra assisted us with getting to the Basilica which was so incredible also. I would highly recommend this tour; organised well and groups are small enough to not get lost or feel over crowded.
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