Rome in a Day: Full Day Rome & Vatican Private Tour

Rome may not have been built in a day. But with the right guide, there’s no reason why you can’t see most of it in one day! Discover Rome in a day with a private guide. Skip lines at the Vatican, explore the Sistine Chapel, enter the Colosseum through the Gladiator’s Gate, and visit the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona.

Highlights

• Tick more than a dozen “must-sees” off your bucket list on this private full-day tour
• Exclusive access onto the Arena Floor of the Colosseum
• Pre-reserved access to FOUR major Rome venues
• So many takeaways! Learn the meaning of “Caput Mundi,” how much work went into painting the Sistine Chapel, and did all roads really lead to Rome?

Description

Embark on an extraordinary journey through the three millennia of Rome’s enthralling history. Begin your adventure with a private guide at the Vatican, skipping the long lines with priority entrance into the Vatican Museums. Explore a stunning collection of art, from ancient Greek and Roman sculptures to Renaissance masterpieces. Marvel at the Raphael Rooms and the breathtaking Sistine Chapel ceiling, as your guide dispels myths and reveals the truths about Michelangelo’s masterpiece.

After a brief visit to St. Peter’s Basilica, enjoy a leisurely lunch break. Then, regroup for an exclusive Colosseum experience. With pre-reserved entry, enter the arena through the legendary Gladiator’s Gate. Step onto the Arena floor where gladiators once fought, while your guide fascinates you with tales of the epic games that took place here, separating fact from fiction.

Continue to the Roman Forum, heart of the ancient “Caput Mundi” and learn about the extraordinary rise and fall of the Roman Empire.

Next, visit the Trevi Fountain, immortalized in Fellini’s “La Dolce Vita.” Be sure to toss three coins into its sparkling waters before heading to the Pantheon, the 2,000 year-old temple built to honor the Pagan gods, and marvel at the architectural perfection of its dome.

Your tour concludes at Piazza Navona, Rome’s most beautiful Renaissance square. Stroll through this vibrant area, admire Bernini’s stunning Baroque fountains, and enjoy a refreshing aperitivo or dinner at a local trattoria.

Know before you book

• Due to the route covered and/or the means of transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. Please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges
• The Roman Forum and Vatican are difficult to navigate with strollers
• Access to St. Peter’s Basilica is not possible on Wednesdays during the weekly papal audience

Know before you go

• Tour departs rain or shine
• Only small bags or purses are allowed in the Colosseum. No large bags or weapons allowed, and there is no cloakroom available.
• An official form of ID is required to enter the Colosseum
• Saint Peter’s Basilica may experience unexpected closures for religious ceremonies. In such instances, we are pleased to offer an extended tour of the Vatican Museums to our customers. While we make every effort to notify tour groups in advance of any planned disruptions to the Basilica’s opening hours, this is not always possible. Consequently, we are unable to provide refunds or discounts in these cases

Cancellation Policy

• Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified.
• All cancellations must be received in writing. Tours and passes will be refunded if cancelled more than 24 hours before the tour start time, however the following penalties apply:
• For tours entering the Vatican Museums and/or the Colosseum (venues where tickets are non-refundable) a penalty of $30 per person will be retained for each venue.
• No refunds will be made for cancellations with less than 24 hours notice or failure to arrive at the meeting point on time (no-show).