Things to Do in Rome

This engaging combo of a bus ride and walking tour transports you beyond the bustling city, back to the days of Ancient Rome. The tour starts with a comfortable bus ride to the serene Roman countryside and towards your first stop, the enigmatic Catacombs of San Callisto. The journey continues to the ancient Circus of Maxentius, with a brief stopover at the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella. The grand finale of this day trip is a visit to the awe-inspiring Appian Way and the Claudian Aqueduct - truly unique spots that are a must-add to any Rome itinerary.

Begin your tour with a visit to the Colosseum through a special group entrance. Walk the path of ancient gladiators and enjoy a unique 360° view of the monument. Feel the atmosphere of ancient Rome as the guide describes the past events that were witnessed by over 50,000 spectators. Visit the Roman Forum, where old governmental buildings stand as silent witnesses to history. Explore the Forum Magnum, once a lively marketplace, and discover the everyday life of ancient Romans. End your tour at Palatine Hill and look at panoramic views of the Circus Maximus, where chariots once raced.

Get ready to discover the beauty and history of the Vatican on this tour, where standing in long lines won't take away from your chance to experience this angelic place. Look at the extensive art collections of the Renaissance period, highly valued by the Catholic Church, holding great historical and artistic significance. Inside the Vatican Museum, see the most interesting rooms and detailed galleries. Including The Gallery of Maps, with its rich paintings. The Sistine Chapel, in the center of the Vatican, lets you look at its famous ceiling. Here, Michelangelo's artwork will draw your attention, showing the artist's remarkable talent.

Take a comfortable and guided shuttle service from Rome to Sorrento. Begin in Rome aboard an air-conditioned coach, traveling through the Italian countryside. Midway, make a brief stop to relax before continuing to the destination. Arrive at a centrally located parking area in Sorrento, convenient for accessing accommodations and the main attractions.

Take a high-speed train from Rome to Naples. Meet your driver at the station and travel comfortably to the archaeological site. Explore the historical ruins of Pompeii on a guided tour led by an archaeologist. After the tour, meet your driver for the transfer to Naples, then board your train back to Rome.

Travel to the Gulf of Naples to see its notable landmarks and the archaeological site of Pompeii. Utilize high-speed train travel from Rome and arranged transportation from Naples Central Station. See Positano and Sorrento, and tour Pompeii, a recognized UNESCO World Heritage location.

Start with a visit to the Vatican Museums and view well-known collections gathered by Popes over centuries, including sections like the Pio Clementino Hall, the Laocoön and Apollo Belvedere site, the Gallery of Maps, the Gallery of Candelabra, and the Gallery of Tapestries. Continue to the Sistine Chapel to see Michelangelo’s frescoes. Conclude at St. Peter’s Square, where you can learn about the history and significance of St. Peter’s Basilica. The guided portion ends here, but you have the option to enter and explore the basilica individually.

Attend an Italian opera concert with an aperitivo in Trastevere, a district of Rome. Located in the historical district, this event combines music and cuisine to provide insight into Roman culture. Experience it from the rooftop of Trastevere Roma - UNA Esperienze, surrounded by views of the district. Before the event starts, explore the rooftop and capture the Roman skyline from a viewpoint. Listen to professional vocalists perform classic Italian opera. During the event, aperitivo refreshments and traditional Roman dishes are served.

Explore what is left of Ancient Rome with a guided tour of the Colosseum. You will see the main symbol of the Roman Empire and the ruins around it. The Colosseum was originally called the Flavian Amphitheatre and once held 100 days of opening games with gladiator fights and animal hunts. The building was constructed on the site of Nero's former lake and could hold 73,000 people who were shaded by a large awning. Afterward, you will go to the Palatine Hill, where Rome first began and where the emperors once lived. You will finish the tour at the Roman Forum, which was the center of daily life and politics for centuries.

Participate in a guided visit covering notable locations within the Vatican Museums. Visit well-known corridors and galleries before proceeding to see the Sistine Chapel's ceiling designed by Michelangelo. Use the unique passage from the Sistine Chapel to St. Peter's Basilica for continued touring without needing to leave the Vatican area.

Visit Palazzo Braschi – Museum of Rome to see a wide collection of paintings, drawings, photographs, statues, furniture, and costumes. The palace was designed by architect Cosimo Morelli and features a staircase with 18 red granite columns originally used by Emperor Caligula, designed by Giuseppe Valadier. Upstairs, the exhibition spaces display arts and crafts, including fragments of medieval frescoes from the former church of Santa Maria in Vincis and mosaics from the medieval St. Peter’s Basilica. You’ll also find portrait busts of papal families, paintings by Giovanni Paolo Pannini and Bartolomeo Pinelli showing Roman ceremonies, and collections of photographs, furniture, clothing, sedan chairs, and ceramics. A café onsite provides direct access to Piazza Navona.

The Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major has dominated the city of Rome for almost sixteen entire centuries. On this Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore Guided Tour you'll get the details on its fascinating history as you explore its cracks and crevices with an expert guide. Discover how it was built after Pope Liberius had a vivid dream in which the Blessed Virgin appeared and suggested the place where the church was to be built. Talk about dreams coming true! See the various particularities inside that make the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore unique: the mosaics of the nave and apse; the numerous chapels, the High Altar and the Relic of the Holy Cradle.