Duration

7 hours

Group Size

Small Group (Up to 20 people)

Languages

English

Cancellation

Free cancellation

Begin your Roman adventure with a visit to the Vatican Museums, where you’ll explore also the Sistine Chapel on this unforgettable tour. After immersing yourself in the art and history of the Vatican, venture into the heart of ancient Rome to discover iconic sites like the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.

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Licensed English speaking guide

Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel visit

Guided tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum

Only in English for the highest quality

Highlights

Discover the hidden treasures of the Vatican City such as the museums and the Sistine Chapel
Learn about exclusive insights from our expert historian guide
Explore the world's largest amphitheatre, the Colosseum
Relive Rome's glorious past at the Roman Forum
Look the marvelous panorama of the Roman Forum

Description

Uncover the essence of Rome with this immersive tour that takes you through the city’s most iconic landmarks. Dive deep into the rich history and art of the Eternal City as you explore its most celebrated sites.

Delve into the Heart of Vatican City

Experience the spiritual and artistic marvels of Vatican City with exclusive access to its renowned sites. Begin your journey through the Vatican Museums, where you'll explore a wealth of art and religious treasures. Marvel at masterpieces in the Sistine Chapel, including Michelangelo’s famous frescoed ceiling, and the dramatic Last Judgment. Wander through the Gallery of Tapestries and Raphael’s Rooms.

Stroll Through the Roman Forum

After a morning in the Vatican, extend your exploration with a leisurely walk through the Roman Forum, an area that was once the epicenter of ancient Roman public life. Your experience continues with a short walk to Trajan’s Column, a landmark that marks the starting point of your entry into the archaeological area. Along the way, your guide will share a concise historical overview of the Imperial Fora, offering valuable background to enrich your visit. Once inside the Roman Forum, embark on a guided exploration of its most remarkable landmarks—once the bustling epicenter of Roman public life. The tour concludes with an ascent to the Palatine Hill, where a brief stop at the Farnese Terrace reveals sweeping views over the ancient cityscape

Explore Rome’s most important monument, the Colosseum

Your adventure continues with a visit to Rome’s legendary Colosseum. Discover the history of this monumental structure, known for its role in the epic gladiatorial games and enterteining shows of ancient Rome. You'll gain insights into its architectural brilliance and historical significance from your expert guide. Learn about the gladiators and the public events that captivated audiences centuries ago. Capture memorable photos of this enduring symbol of Roman heritage.

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Meeting Point

This is a combo tour with two different meeting points and a break between the tours.

Meet your guide on top of the stairs next to Caffè Vaticano, find us holding a white sign with the "Towns of Italy" logo.

The meeting point is at our TOURIST HUB & COOKING SCHOOL in Via Quattro Novembre 139, Rome.

Important Information

We regret to inform you that this tour is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or with impaired mobility.

Vatican Museums:
Entry to the Vatican Museums is based on strictly timed tickets, meaning late arrivals may not be granted access. A mandatory dress code requires visitors to cover knees and shoulders. All participants must bring a physical ID card on the day of the tour, as digital versions will no longer be accepted. Failure to do so will result in denied entry. The guided tour will conclude at the Vatican Museums.

Your guide will provide you with directions on how to reach St. Peter's Square, ensuring you have a clear understanding of the best route to take, if you want to reach it on your own.

For security reasons, power banks are not permitted inside the Vatican Museums. Please leave them at the designated deposit area at the entrance, where they will be securely stored and available for collection at the conclusion of your tour.

Colosseum:

Please ensure full names are provided when finalizing your booking.
Tickets are nominative and non-transferable, requiring the holder’s name. Visitors must present valid ID at ticket checks.

Please let us know in advance any special need or impaired mobility of the clients and we will do our best to accomodate them.
We invite our guests with access needs (visual, hearing, learning and mobility ) to book the private version of this tour.
Large bags are not permitted.
All visitors must pass through a security check which involves a bag search.
For everyone's safety, all bags, rucksacks, packages and personal items may be searched before entry.
The security check may cause some delays in entering the Colosseum and the Roman Forum and we apologise for this inconvenience in advance of your visit.

The visit will take place in an archaeological area with very steep, uneven inclines leading.
Agility and surefotedness are particularly essential.
72 HRS cancellation policy. Full penalty applies for cancellations in the last 72 hours prior to tour departure and / or no-shows.