Our Rome in a Day tour takes you to the Vatican, Colosseum and historic center—where you'll see the Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona and Pantheon—complete with private transportation to the Vatican for a smoother experience.
Rome in a Day Tour: Including Vatican, Colosseum & Historic Center
Summary Description
Highlights
- See all the top sights of Rome, including the Vatican Museums, Colosseum and historic center (Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona).
- With a carefully planned walking tour itinerary, we've taken care of all the details for a fun, hassle-free day.
- Enjoy swift entrance at the Colosseum and Vatican so you can spend less time waiting and more time exploring.
- Take the only group tour in Rome combining tickets for the Colosseum and Vatican with private transfer to the latter.
Description
Check all of Rome's most unmissable attractions off your list in just one day.
As the famous saying goes, a lifetime isn't enough for Rome. But if you're eager to experience the most iconic sites in the city in a shorter amount of time, this Rome in a Day tour is calling your name. From the Colosseum to the Vatican—not to mention the countless must-sees in the historic center—we've crafted the perfect itinerary to ensure you see and do it all in one unforgettable day. The best way to see Rome is on foot, so get ready to do a lot of walking!
Discover history and art in the historic center on a walking tour. Your Rome in a Day tour begins in one of Rome's most beautiful squares, Piazza Navona, home to Bernini's Fountain of Four Rivers. Your guided stroll through the historical center of the city continues past the Pantheon: a 1,900-year-old temple that has inspired countless buildings around the world throughout the centuries, including the U.S. Capitol.
You’ll also explore the most idyllic side of the Eternal City, the Rome of Audrey Hepburn and Federico Fellini, bursting with piazzas and fountains, gelato and photo ops. That includes the world-famous Trevi Fountain, where Fellini’s lovers cavorted in La Dolce Vita. The morning finishes at Piazza Venezia where you'll admire an impressive monument affectionately nicknamed "the wedding cake" by locals. You'll break for lunch, and even though it isn't included in the tour price, your guide will share recommendations for every taste and budget.
Explore the Colosseum with an expert guide.
After lunch, you'll reconvene with your guide and small group and walk to an overlook of the Roman Forum. Your knowledgeable guide will set the scene, introducing you to the ancient city and pointing out various attractions that you'll visit later on.
From there, you'll take advantage of express access Colosseum tickets to step into the iconic amphitheater for an insightful Colosseum tour of all the general access areas on the first and second tiers. Since there are never more than 18 people in the group, this is a unique opportunity to interact with your guide and learn about this spectacular structure in a way that's just not possible on your own.
See the best of the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, with private transportation from central Rome. Following your Colosseum tour, our Rome in a Day tour continues aboard a comfortable private minibus for a seamless transfer across the river to the Vatican.
Pre-reserved skip-the-line tickets allow you to avoid the extremely long wait to enter the Vatican Museums so you can get right into the highlights of the collection with your guide. Our specially designed itinerary showcases the very best of the nine miles of art and antiquities to make sure you're engaged and entertained throughout, while not missing any of the gems of the collection such as the Apollo Belvedere, Laocoon and His Sons, and Raphael Rooms.
You’ll end your full day tour of Rome in the Sistine Chapel. After we part ways, you can choose to spend more time in the Vatican Museums, soaking up the history and art surrounding you.
If you only have a short period of time to see the absolute best that Rome has to offer, our Rome in a Day tour is the perfect way to maximize your time and experience the wonders of the city in the company of an expert local guide and small group of fellow travelers.
Walks Tours is proud to be an Official Parco Archeologico del Colosse Operator approved to lead guided tours of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.
Sites Visited
Colosseum
Vatican Museums
Sistine Chapel
Trevi Fountain
Piazza Navona
Pantheon (exterior)
View of Roman Forum
Piazza Venezia & Mussolini's balcony
Included / Excluded
- Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums
- Transportation to Vatican Museums
- Colosseum entrance ticket (24h – Colosseo, Foro Romano, Palatino Ticket, €18)
- Small group of 18 guests maximum
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Headset (when needed)
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Via delle Terme di Tito, 72, (Oppio Caffè), Rome, IT
Start Location Notes: Via delle Terme di Tito, 72 (Oppio Caffè) Meet directly across the street from Oppio Caffè at the gated entrance to Colle Oppio Park.
Start Location Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Oppio+Caff%C3%A8/@41.891486,12.492751,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x3377298c21fc4d39!8m2!3d41.8914488!4d12.4928378
End Location: Vatican Museums, Vatican City
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers. Please contact the Guest Experience team at +39 068-596-0143 (Italy) or 888-683-8670 (USA) to make alternative arrangements.
- The Colosseum is 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.
- Walks comply with all local government regulations. You may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. Please refer to Italy government guidelines for the most up to date information
- This tour is in English.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
- If you cannot join your tour at the last minute (running late, etc), please contact us. We may be able to reschedule your tour with a small amendment fee depending on availability.
- We ask all guests (including children) bring ID on the day of their tour.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers. Please contact the Guest Experience team at +39 068-596-0143 (Italy) or 888-683-8670 (USA) to make alternative arrangements.
- All guests must pass through security at the Colosseum and Vatican Museums. No weapons or large items will be permitted.
- Only small backpacks and handbags are allowed inside the Colosseum (no bag check) and Vatican Museums (bag check available). Please note if you check something at the Vatican Museums you must return (about a 20-minute walk) to the entrance to pick up your items at the end of the tour.
- 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.
- The Colosseum is 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.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- Walks comply with all local government regulations. You may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. Please refer to Italy government guidelines for the most up to date information
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Cancellations received greater than 72 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 72 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
Options and Pricing
2022 Pricing
| Rome in a Day Tour with Vatican, Colosseum & Historic Center | RETAIL PRICE |
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| Adult (15 - 99 years) | N/A |
| Child (2 - 14 years) | N/A |
| Infant (0 - 1 years) | N/A |
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| Adult (15 - 99 years) | N/A |
| Child (2 - 14 years) | N/A |
| Infant (0 - 1 years) | N/A |
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| Adult (15 - 99 years) | N/A |
| Child (2 - 14 years) | N/A |
| Infant (0 - 1 years) | N/A |
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| Adult (15 - 99 years) | N/A |
| Child (2 - 14 years) | N/A |
| Infant (0 - 1 years) | N/A |
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| Adult (15 - 99 years) | N/A |
| Child (2 - 14 years) | N/A |
| Infant (0 - 1 years) | N/A |
Points of interest
Terms and Conditions
Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.
FAQ
Can I bring a stroller inside the Colosseum?
Strollers are allowed inside the Colosseum, as long as they are light and foldable. However, we always recommend clients to use baby carriers, instead of strollers, because there are many stairs in the site and the ground is very uneven. Particularly, the Forum & Palatine Hill areas can be especially challenging.
Can I take photos inside the Sistine Chapel?
No, non, ne, nee, absolutely not. And the Sistine Chapel guards are scary, so we don’t recommend trying it.
Can I bring my bag inside the Colosseum?
Due to a new set of rules, you may only carry a small backpack or handbag inside the Colosseum. As there is no bag storage at the Colosseum, guests who bring large bags on their tour may be unable to join their group. It is left to the discretion of the individual guard we encounter as to what is considered to be ‘small’ and ‘large’ All visitors also undertake a more thorough security check at the Colosseum, which can cause delays.
Dress code in the Vatican: what should I wear?
The Vatican Museums has a very strict dress code, requiring that all visitors cover their shoulders and knees. Men should be careful to wear long shorts, while women should wear skirts beneath the knee or trousers. If you are wearing a sleeveless top, please bring a cardigan with you. Guests who arrive at the Museums without the appropriate dress may be refused entry.
I would like to take the tour but I’m concerned it might be too difficult for members of my group.
Seeing all of Rome in a single day is pretty tiring. We do leave time for a lunch break during which you can rest and our guides are always very conscious to pace our tours to suit your group. For guests with a normal fitness level and good health, it won’t be too much but if someone in your party has issues with mobility or fitness, we would recommend that you take the Best of Rome and Vatican Highlights on separate days, to give you time to rest in between. If you really only have one day in Rome, consider a private tour where we can add in more breaks and cut a few sites to suit you.
About operator:
Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.
In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Basic Information
- Duration: 7.5 hours
- Max Group Size: 18
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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