Best of Rome: Vatican & Colosseum Guided Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

Embark on an exclusive adventure at the Vatican with your expert guide, skipping the lines to dive into the Vatican Museums' magnificent art collection. Marvel at ancient Greek and Roman sculptures, Renaissance masterpieces, the Raphael Rooms, and the iconic Sistine Chapel. Your guide will bring Michelangelo's genius to life, dispelling myths and unveiling fascinating facts. Enjoy free time to explore the Vatican Museums or take advantage of fast-track entry to St. Peter’s Basilica for a self-guided tour. After lunch, independently make your way to the iconic Colosseum. With exclusive entrance, step through the Gladiator's Gate onto the Arena floor where history's fiercest battles unfolded. Your guide will vividly recount the infamous gladiator games as you stand on the arena floor and peer down into the intricate underground tunnels. Delve into ancient Rome at the Roman Forum uncovering the legendary roots of Rome and tales of emperors and gods.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Remember, this is a two part tour. Meeting point 1: 7:45 AM at Via Sebastiano Veniero 19 Meeting point 2: 3:15pm (1:15 November - March) Arch of Constantine in Piazza del Colosseo. There will be a representative holding an ItaliaTours sign to greet you. ID is required

End Point

End point

Your tour concludes as you exit the Roman Forum onto Via dei Fori Imperiali, close to Piazza Venezia

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Vatican Museums
Vast museums inside the Vatican City which house many thousands of ancient works of art and sculpture. The most important museum complex in the world!
Duration: 120 mins
2. Sistine Chapel
Simply the most colourful room in the world! Michelangelo's ceiling will deeply impress all who enter.
Duration: 30 mins
3. Colosseum
Enter the Icon of Rome and understand what it really meant to kill or be killed as a gladiator in ancient Rome.
Duration: 75 mins
4. Roman Forum
The heart and soul of ancient Rome.
Duration: 75 mins

Inclusion

Fully guided tour, broken into two segments

Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)

Entrance to the Vatican Museums, Colosseum and Roman Forum

Exclusive access onto the Arena Floor

Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services

Exclusion

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Gratuities

Personal extras

Transportation from the Vatican to the Colosseum

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 3+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 3 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Vatican dress code requires that knees and shoulders must be covered.

Max group size: 20

The ground in the Roman Forum is composed of large stone or dirt pathways that can be difficult to navigate with strollers or wheelchairs

Wear comfortable shoes for walking and a hat, sunblock and bring some water during summer months

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.

Kindly note: This description is provided as a general example. Actual experiences may vary slightly depending on the season, local conditions, and other factors beyond our control

Access to St. Peter's Basilica is not possible on Wednesday morning during the weekly papal audience.

Please note that essential travel documents and final itinerary details might be delivered electronically closer to the activity date.

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