Rome in a Day Semi-Private Tour: Colosseum, Vatican Museums, and Virtual Reality
Rome, Italy
8 hours (Approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
See the highlights of the Vatican and Ancient Rome in one history- and art-filled day during this small-group walking tour that includes priority entry to some of the city’s most visited sites. With skip-the-line access to the Colosseum, you’ll jump the queue at this ancient amphitheater, and then visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Pass by the Trevi Fountain and Pantheon, and end your tour in Vatican City for skip-the-line admission to the Vatican Museums, home to the Sistine Chapel and other Renaissance masterpieces. Numbers are limited to just six people.
- Full-day tour for small groups (maxium six people) with skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums, St Peter’s Basilica and the sights of Ancient Rome
- Avoid long lines at the Colosseum and explore the first and second tiers of the ancient stadium
- Inspect the fascinating Roman Forum ruins and climb Palatine Hill
- Skip the lines to see the art-stuffed Vatican Museums, including Michelangelo’s frescos in the Sistine Chapel
- Visit beautiful St Peter’s Basilica and see Michelangelo’s La Pietà
- See the Trevi Fountain and Pantheon and enjoy free time
- Enjoy an intimate small-group atmosphere on a tour limited to six people
Why Travelers Choose This Tour
What's Included
Professional guide dedicated to a maximum of six people
1.5 hour Chaffeur Service from Ancient Rome to the Vatican, going through the heart of central Rome
Virtual Reality Reconstructions
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Your Rome walking tour starts near the Colosseum, where you’ll meet your guide and small group. Use your skip-the-line ticket to avoid the main entrance line, and go inside for a tour of the amphitheater’s first and second levels. Listen to stories about the gladiator battles and animal fights that once took place here, and hear how the structure took nine years to build.
Continue over to the Roman Forum, the former center of Ancient Rome’s political and commercial enterprises. Admire remnants of sites like the House of the Vestal Virgins, and stroll up Palatine Hill for a view of the ruins and Circus Maximus. Then walk along the winding laneways of Rome’s historical center, passing by Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain and the 2nd-century Pantheon, before a chauffeur service to Vatican City.
Take a break for lunch (own expense), and then enter the Vatican Museums with your skip-the-line admission. This complex of galleries houses one of the world’s biggest collections of art, most famously the Renaissance pieces by masters like Raphael and Michelangelo. Visit Raphael’s Rooms, the Gallery of Tapestries and the Gallery of Maps, and then head to the crown jewel, the Sistine Chapel, to be awed by Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgement.
Your tour ends at St Peter’s Basilica, one of the largest churches in the world, known for its dome that dominates the Rome skyline. The church is also home to more artwork, such as Michelangelo’s La Pietà sculpture and Bernini’s altar canopy. Your guide will say goodbye here, where you are free to continue exploring on your own.
Please note: A minimum of two people per booking is required. The order of the itinerary described may be subject to change on the day of your tour.
Continue over to the Roman Forum, the former center of Ancient Rome’s political and commercial enterprises. Admire remnants of sites like the House of the Vestal Virgins, and stroll up Palatine Hill for a view of the ruins and Circus Maximus. Then walk along the winding laneways of Rome’s historical center, passing by Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain and the 2nd-century Pantheon, before a chauffeur service to Vatican City.
Take a break for lunch (own expense), and then enter the Vatican Museums with your skip-the-line admission. This complex of galleries houses one of the world’s biggest collections of art, most famously the Renaissance pieces by masters like Raphael and Michelangelo. Visit Raphael’s Rooms, the Gallery of Tapestries and the Gallery of Maps, and then head to the crown jewel, the Sistine Chapel, to be awed by Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgement.
Your tour ends at St Peter’s Basilica, one of the largest churches in the world, known for its dome that dominates the Rome skyline. The church is also home to more artwork, such as Michelangelo’s La Pietà sculpture and Bernini’s altar canopy. Your guide will say goodbye here, where you are free to continue exploring on your own.
Please note: A minimum of two people per booking is required. The order of the itinerary described may be subject to change on the day of your tour.
Itinerary
Begin your Rome Full Day with an extensive tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, inclusive of Virtual Reality reconstructions! Enjoy with skip-the-line access and a small group of ONLY 6 people max, guaranteed.
Duration: 3 hours
Admission Ticket Included
Begin your Rome Full Day with an extensive tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, inclusive of Virtual Reality reconstructions! Enjoy with skip-the-line access and a small group of ONLY 6 people max, guaranteed.
Duration: 3 hours
Admission Ticket Included
Begin your Rome Full Day with an extensive tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, inclusive of Virtual Reality reconstructions! Enjoy with skip-the-line access and a small group of ONLY 6 people max, guaranteed.
Duration: 3 hours
Admission Ticket Included
See beautiful views of the Circus Maximus from the Palatine Hill
Admission Ticket Free
In the comfort of your very own luxurious ride with a private chauffeur, zoom through Rome's city centre and see all its major highlights: Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and more!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
In the comfort of your very own luxurious ride with a private chauffeur, zoom through Rome's city centre and see all its major highlights: Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and more!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
In the comfort of your very own luxurious ride with a private chauffeur, zoom through Rome's city centre and see all its major highlights: Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and more!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
Admission is free
Admission Ticket Free
After lunch, continue your Rome adventure with a beautiful tour of the Vatican Museums, inclusive of the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps, and Saint Peter's Basilica! All of course with Skip-the-Line access and still with a small group of ONLY 6 people.
Duration: 3 hours
Admission Ticket Included
After lunch, continue your Rome adventure with a beautiful tour of the Vatican Museums, inclusive of the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps, and Saint Peter's Basilica! All of course with Skip-the-Line access and still with a small group of ONLY 6 people.
Duration: 3 hours
Admission Ticket Included
After lunch, continue your Rome adventure with a beautiful tour of the Vatican Museums, inclusive of the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps, and Saint Peter's Basilica! All of course with Skip-the-Line access and still with a small group of ONLY 6 people.
Duration: 3 hours
Admission Ticket Included
After lunch, continue your Rome adventure with a beautiful tour of the Vatican Museums, inclusive of the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps, and Saint Peter's Basilica! All of course with Skip-the-Line access and still with a small group of ONLY 6 people.
Duration: 3 hours
Admission Ticket Included
After lunch, continue your Rome adventure with a beautiful tour of the Vatican Museums, inclusive of the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps, and Saint Peter's Basilica! All of course with Skip-the-Line access and still with a small group of ONLY 6 people.
Duration: 3 hours
Admission Ticket Included
After lunch, continue your Rome adventure with a beautiful tour of the Vatican Museums, inclusive of the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps, and Saint Peter's Basilica! All of course with Skip-the-Line access and still with a small group of ONLY 6 people.
Duration: 3 hours
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- On rare occasions, St Peter’s Basilica closes without notice. If this happens, you will enjoy an extended itinerary in the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. We will list affected dates as they become available. When possible, your tour guide will notify you if St Peter’s Basilica is unexpectedly closed at the start of the tour. It is beyond our control, so no refunds or discounts will be issued
- Not wheelchair and stroller accessible
- It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.
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