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

Get your discount tickets for the Rome in a Day:Vatican, Sistine Chapel Colosseum & Historic Center, save up to 16% !

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.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour. This tour meets at Via delle Terme di Tito, 72, 00184 Roma, Italy your guide will be holding a green Walks sign.

End Point

End point

Vatican Museums

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. 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.
Duration: 30 mins
2. 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.
Duration: 30 mins
3. Trevi Fountain
Stroll through streets made famous by films like “Roman Holiday”, stopping at the Trevi Fountain.
Duration: 30 mins
4. Piazza Venezia
The guided walk of the historic city center takes you to see some of Rome's most impressive public sights.
Duration: 30 mins
5. Largo Corrado Ricci
Take a one-hour break for lunch (not included in price) with recommendations from your guide.
Duration: 60 mins
6. 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.
Duration: 105 mins
7. Roman Forum
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.
8. 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.
Duration: 120 mins
9. Sphere within a Sphere
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.
10. 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.
Duration: 45 mins

Inclusion

Local English-speaking guide

Gallery of Maps

Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)

Trevi Fountain

Fully Guided Tour Inside The Colosseum

View of The Roman Forum

The Sistine Chapel - fully guided

Transportation to Vatican Museums

Pantheon (exterior)

Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums

Piazza Navona

Small group of 18 guests maximum

Exclusion

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Lunch

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 7+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 7 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

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 match the names on their ID. The Colosseum requires all guests (including children) to present government ID at the time of entry. Therefore any guest that does not submit their name in advance of the tour, or who does not bring their ID to the meeting point, will be refused participation without refund. Name corrections are possible up to 7 days before the visit. After this, changes may not be possible.

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.

Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.

Supplied by Walks - Italy & Spain

Reviews

4.7

★★★★★ ★★★★★
Based on 1121 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

5 stars
939
4 stars
88
3 stars
30
2 stars
13
1 stars
51

Explore other options