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Rome in One Day: with Colosseum, Piazzas and Vatican City

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Overview

Join this Rome private tour and make one day in the city a Roman holiday to remember. Enjoy skip-the-line access to the city's most iconic sights, including the Colosseum and Sistine Chapel. Benefit from the undivided attention of your expert, local guide as you discover all Rome's beauty.

First, enjoy a tour of Rome's Ancient City, with the Forum, Palatine Hill and Colosseum. Discover the history of the Roman Empire and the brutality of the gladiator's games.

Next, to the historic center — a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a tour of all major sights, including the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps and the Pantheon. Visit Rome's most charming squares, Piazza Navona and Campo de' Fiori.

Finally, head to the Vatican City for a full tour. Visit the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica to experience all the wealth of the world's smallest state. Stand underneath Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel frescoes and see masterpieces from the ancient world, Renaissance and more.

What's Included

  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Headsets for groups of 6 or more
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
  • Food and drink
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up and return
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via Labicana
00184 Roma RM, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Piazza San Pietro
00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

What To Expect

Colosseum

Visit the world’s most iconic amphitheater: the Colosseum. See the famous stadium where 80,000 Romans would have gathered to watch the blood sports on the Arena floor. Over 400,000 people died over the Colosseum’s 400 years in use, and 1,000,000 animals.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Spanish Steps

This swirling Baroque staircase has entranced visitors to Rome for centuries. Today, it’s still a firm favorite; allow our guide to explain its fascinating history.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Trevi Fountain

Behind one of the most impressive water features in the world is a fascinating tale of Ancient Roman ambition. Learn more about the symbolism of this iconic fountain.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Column of Marcus Aurelius

Standing in Colonna is Rome’s second victory column – the Column of Marcus Aurelius. Discover the history behind this evocative, richly-decorated monument, that Roman's called 'the snail column'.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pantheon

The Pantheon is the world’s best-preserved Roman Temple; a wholly unique monument, then and now. Our guide will explain the passion and power that made it the wonder it is. Go inside and see the spectacular dome of the Pantheon.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Piazza Navona

Piazza Navona is one of the most iconic piazzas in Rome. Roman obelisks, a fountain by Bernini, Baroque churches and a vibrant atmosphere; Piazza Navona is easy to love.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Campo de' Fiori

Enjoy the lively fruit and veg market here, as you learn about the cloaked figure central to the square, Giordano Bruno, who was burnt alive for heresy, on that very spot.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Vatican Museums

A tour of the Vatican Museums promises an insight into some of the greatest art in the world from classical antiquity, through the Renaissance, and to the present day. See masterpieces by Raphael and astonishing statuary like Laocoön and His Sons.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

Here you’ll see one of the greatest masterpiece’s mankind has ever produced: Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel frescoes. These astonishing frescoes show Old Testament scenes come alive. Once seen, they’re never forgotten.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

St. Peter's Basilica

St. Peter’s Basilica is an architectural triumph; possibly the grandest church on earth. See the combined effort of 4 genius architect/artists – Bernini, Bramante, Raphael and Michelangelo – synthesize to beautiful effect.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

La Pieta

Discover Michelangelo's evocative sculpture of Mary with the body of Jesus, in the incomparable St. Peter's Basilica.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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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 spinal injuries
  • NB: You must have a valid photo ID to enter the Colosseum (student's ID, Driver License, Passport or State ID all work.) You will be asked to also give your name, last name and date of birth (at the beginning of the tour if not provided beforehand.) Security may prevent you from entering the site if the information provided is not accurate and/or don't match the one on your ID.
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Please notice that the Colosseum Administration, which depends on the Ministry of Cultural Assets and Activities has the faculty to close the Colosseum, or parts of it, with or without notice, for events, strikes, heavy rain, or any other reason. In which case, we will offer an alternative itinerary as it seems fit and offer a partial refund.

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Q: What's included in the price?

A: The following is included: Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).Headsets for groups of 6 or more.Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person).One Transfer included from Rome Center to Vatican City.Languages: English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Italian, German, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese.Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.Expert Guide. The following is NOT included: Food and drink.Gratuities.Hotel pick-up and return. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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.

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Headsets for groups of 6 or more
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
  • One Transfer included from Rome Center to Vatican City
  • Languages: English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Italian, German, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Expert Guide
  • Food and drink
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up and return

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • NB: You must have a valid photo ID to enter the Colosseum (student's ID, Driver License, Passport or State ID all work.) You will be asked to also give your name, last name and date of birth (at the beginning of the tour if not provided beforehand.) Security may prevent you from entering the site if the information provided is not accurate and/or don't match the one on your ID.
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Please notice that the Colosseum Administration, which depends on the Ministry of Cultural Assets and Activities has the faculty to close the Colosseum, or parts of it, with or without notice, for events, strikes, heavy rain, or any other reason. In which case, we will offer an alternative itinerary as it seems fit and offer a partial refund.
  • Please note that sprays of all kinds are not allowed inside the Colosseum.
  • 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
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Cancellation Policy

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

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.

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