Rome Full Day Tour: Colosseum and Vatican Museums, Small Group

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6 to 7 hours (approx.)

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Overview

Morning. The tour starts from the Colosseum, whose correct name in reality is Flavian Amphitheater, due to the imperial family who built this oval shaped structure in only eight years, from 72 to 80 AD.
Close to the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, considered the real political – commercial – social –religious center of Rome. At the center of the Forum, even after 20 centuries, it is possible to walk on the same cobble-stones of the “Via Sacra”.
Time for lunch (not included)
Afternoon. visit of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel to admire Michelangelo’s famous masterpieces. Strolling along the corridors to admire the world’s largest private art collection, once intended exclusively for the Pope.
Through Raphael’s Rooms, you will reach the beautiful breathtaking Sistine Chapel to admire one of the most sacred sites of the Vatican, here you will have the occasion to appreciate Michelangelo's amazing frescoes (“The Creation of the world” and the “Last Judgment”)

What's Included

Skip the line ticket to the Vatican Museums
Lunch in typical Italian restaurant
Skip the line ticket Colosseum and Roman Forum
Transport from the Colosseum to the restaurant by air-conditioned minivan
6 hours Professional Guide

Lunch and Drinks
Pickup and Drop off at hotel
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via Tor de' Conti
00184 Roma RM, Italy

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End point

00120
Vatican City

What To Expect

Hotel Forum

meeting point in front of the hotel

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Foro Romano

The Roman Forum, formerly a marshy area, began to take its current shape only from the end of the 7th century BC, with the reclamation of the valley, to become the center of public life for over a millennium. Over the centuries various monuments were built: first the buildings for political, religious and commercial activities, then during the 2nd century BC. the civil basilicas, where judicial activities took place.Already at the end of the Republican age, the ancient Roman Forum had become insufficient to carry out the function of the administrative and representation center of the city. The various dynasties of emperors added only prestigious monuments: the Temple of Vespasian and Titus and that of Antoninus Pius and Faustina dedicated to the memory of the deified emperors, and the monumental Arch of Septimius Severus, built at the western end of the square to celebrate the victories of the emperor.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Colosseum

The Colosseum is the largest amphitheater in the world, it was commissioned by the emperor Titus Flavius Vespasian who chose the area between the Palatine, Esquiline and Caelian hills to build it, previously occupied by the artificial lake of Nero's Domus Aurea. The building, intended for fights, games between gladiators (munera), simulations of hunting ferocious and exotic animals (venationes) and naumachie (naval combats). The Colosseum is made up of four overlapping architectural orders; the first three are made up of eighty arches framed by semi-columns, the fourth is divided into panels interspersed with windows. In the last order, masonry and wooden supports were inserted to support an immense tarpaulin (velarium) which served to shelter spectators from the sun and rain. 189 meters long, 156 meters wide, for a height of over 48 metres, the Colosseum extends over a surface area of 24,000 m2 and could accommodate around 50 thousand spectators.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Cantina del Duca

Transfer by deluxe minivan to the Vatican Museums meeting point. Here you can visit the Triumphal Market, the most famous and ancient in Rome. Inside, you will have the opportunity to sample typical Roman dishes. Our assistant will advise you on the best solution for your needs.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Vatican Museums

Visit of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel to admire Michelangelo’s famous masterpieces. You will learn about other Sistine Chapel painters, Perugino (master of Raphael), Botticelli, Rosselli and Ghirlandaio (master of Michelangelo) and others.

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

The breathtakingly beautiful Sistine Chapel, which is considered the pope’s home chapel. Walk through this sacred Vatican site to see Michelangelo’s astounding frescoes, The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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
If the St. Peter's Basilica is not accessible for any ceremonies, religious functions or early closures, the visit will take place outside.
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One day before please call to confirm the pick up
Each traveler must present a valid ID card or document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome Full Day Tour: Colosseum and Vatican Museums, Small Group?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025