Experience the best of Rome in just one day with this small-group skip-the-line tour. Explore the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, and historic center of Rome with an expert guide.
Experience the best of Rome in just one day with this small-group skip-the-line tour. Explore the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, and historic center of Rome with an expert guide.
- Piazza Navona - Embark on a walking tour of Rome’s historic center with a knowledgeable guide. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Piazza Navona as your guide shares the fascinating history of Bernini’s fountain.
- Pantheon - Discover the Pantheon, a nearly 2,000-year-old marvel with the world’s largest unreinforced concrete dome….
- Piazza Navona - Embark on a walking tour of Rome’s historic center with a knowledgeable guide. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Piazza Navona as your guide shares the fascinating history of Bernini’s fountain.
- Pantheon - Discover the Pantheon, a nearly 2,000-year-old marvel with the world’s largest unreinforced concrete dome. Learn about its construction and its influence on iconic structures like St. Peter’s Basilica and the U.S. Capitol Building.
- Trevi Fountain - Wander through streets immortalized by films such as “Roman Holiday,” pausing at the iconic Trevi Fountain.
- Piazza Venezia - Explore Rome’s historic city center with your guide, taking in some of the city’s most impressive public landmarks.
- Largo Corrado Ricci - Enjoy a one-hour lunch break (not included in the price) with recommendations from your guide.
- Colosseum - Continue to the Colosseum, where you’ll skip the lines for a guided tour in small groups. Hear captivating stories of gladiators and emperors, and experience what life was like in Rome 1,000 years ago during a 1-hour tour of this world-renowned site.
- Roman Forum - Proceed to the Roman Forum to understand its role as the heart of Rome’s vast empire. Instead of navigating the crowds inside, your guide will take you to a breathtaking overlook. If you chose the Best of Rome option when booking, your tour concludes here.
- Vatican City - Travel by private transfer to the Vatican Museums, bypassing long lines. Delight in a tour of the Vatican Museums’ highlights, including the Raphael Rooms, the Gallery of the Maps, and ancient Greek and Roman sculptures. Enter the renowned Sistine Chapel, celebrated for Michelangelo’s extraordinary frescoed ceiling.
- Sphere within a Sphere - In the serene Pinecone Courtyard, admire a striking bronze globe designed by renowned Italian artist Arnaldo Pomodoro for the Vatican. Replicas of this artwork can be found worldwide, including in Dublin, Tel Aviv, and New York City.
- Sistine Chapel - Conclude your day with the tour’s highlight: the Sistine Chapel, featuring Michelangelo’s breathtaking frescoes.

- Local English-speaking guide
- Transportation to Vatican Museums
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums
- Small group of 18 guests maximum
- Colosseum entrance ticket (24h – Colosseo, Foro Romano, Palatino Ticket, €18)
- Headset (when needed)
- Local English-speaking guide
- Transportation to Vatican Museums
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums
- Small group of 18 guests maximum
- Colosseum entrance ticket (24h – Colosseo, Foro Romano, Palatino Ticket, €18)
- Headset (when needed)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
- Gratuities
This tour offers a comprehensive Rome experience in a single day. Immerse yourself in the heart of Roman history, culture, art, and architecture on this remarkable walking tour, showcasing Rome’s most famous landmarks. Explore the Colosseum, the Vatican Museums, and the historic center of ancient Rome. Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Museums and the…
This tour offers a comprehensive Rome experience in a single day. Immerse yourself in the heart of Roman history, culture, art, and architecture on this remarkable walking tour, showcasing Rome’s most famous landmarks. Explore the Colosseum, the Vatican Museums, and the historic center of ancient Rome. Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Museums and the Sistine Chapel, all guided by a knowledgeable local expert.
- 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 must match the names on the ID/Passport. Name changes are not permitted.
- A government-issued ID or passport is required for all participants. Without an ID, security may deny entry to the monument. All guests, including children, must bring ID on tour day.
- This tour is fully refundable up to 7 days prior to the event. Within 7 days, this tour is 100% non-refundable.
- 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.
If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.