Rome in a Day Tour with Vatican, Colosseum and Historic Center

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7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

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Overview

This tour combines your must-do Rome experiences into one full day. Delve into the very essence of Roman history, culture, art, and architecture on this incredible walking tour, which introduces visitors to Rome’s best-known sights. Visit the Colosseum, the Vatican Museums, and the historic center of ancient Rome. Skip-the-line into the Museums and the Sistine Chapel, all in the company of an expert local guide.

What's Included

Transportation to Vatican Museums
Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums
Small group of 18 guests maximum
Colosseum entrance ticket (24h – Colosseo, Foro Romano, Palatino Ticket, €18)
Headset (when needed)
Expertly guided walking tour
Local English-speaking guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Lunch
Gratuities

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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza Navona
00186 Roma RM, Italy

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

End point

00120
Vatican City

Vatican Museums

What To Expect

Piazza Navona

Take to the streets of Rome for a walking tour of the historic center with your guide. Soak up the atmosphere in Piazza Navona, as your guide unravels the story of Bernini's fountain.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pantheon

This nearly 2,000-year-old building has the largest un-reinforced concrete dome in the world. Hear how it was built and why it has inspired so many other buildings, from St. Peter’s Basilica to the U.S. Capitol Building.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fontana di Trevi

Stroll through streets made famous by films like “Roman Holiday”, stopping at the Trevi Fountain.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Piazza Venezia

The guided walk of the historic city center takes you to see some of Rome's most impressive public sights.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Largo Corrado Ricci

Take a one-hour break for lunch (not included in price) with recommendations from your guide.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Colosseum

Afterwards, follow your guide to the Colosseum and head past the crowds 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.

1 hour 45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Forum (Pass By)

Next, stroll to the Roman Forum to learn how it functioned as the beating heart of Rome’s all-encompassing empire. Instead of slogging through the crowds inside the Forum, your guide will lead you to a stunning overlook. If you selected the Best of Rome option when booking, your tour will end here.

Vatican City

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.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Sphere within a Sphere (Pass By)

Inside the peaceful, Pinecone Courtyard you'll pass a spectacular bronze globe. It was designed for the Vatican by well-known Italian artist Arnaldo Pomodoro and copies of it can now be found all over the world, including Dublin, Tel Aviv and New York City.

Sistine Chapel

The day ends with the highlight of your tour, which is, of course, the Sistine Chapel with its incredible frescoes painted by Michelangelo.

45 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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
Please note that this is a walking tour with a quick bus transfer from Central Rome to the Vatican.
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 or passport is required for all participants. Without an ID, security may deny entry to the monument. All guests, including children, must bring ID on tour day.
This tour is fully refundable up to 7 days prior to the event. Within 7 days, this tour is 100% non-refundable.
The sites are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
Due to the religious nature of the Vatican Museums, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. You can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the Vatican.
Walks is an Official Parco Archeologico del Colosseo Operator approved to lead guided tours of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome in a Day Tour with Vatican, Colosseum and Historic Center?

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