Rome In a Day: Vatican, Colosseum and Ancient Rome Tour

Why choose this Rome tour ?

See in one day all must-see attractions in Rome: Join in the morning the 3,5-hour Vatican Tour including the highlights of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica.

In the afternoon take part of the 3,5-hour Colosseum and Roman Forum walking tour. This tour takes you to visit the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Capitoline Hill, Piazza Venezia, Pantheon and Piazza Navona.

With the help of your expert guide you skip the long lines at each location. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 18 people. 

 

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What makes Rome In a Day: Vatican, Colosseum and Ancient Rome Tour a unique experience ?

Start the Combination tour in the morning at 8.30 in Spanish or at 8.45 in English at the Vatican Museums. Pass the lines at the entrance, and see Pine Courtyard, the Pio Clementine Museum, the Gallery of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries and the Gallery of Chandelabra. Visit the stunning Raphael Rooms.

Visit the magnificient Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo famous frescos: the Last Judgement and the Creation of Adam.

Admire the master pieces of St. Peter’s Basilica such as “La Pietà”, “Baldacchino” and much more!

Start the second part of the Combination tour at 13.45 by visiting the Colosseum.

Learn about the history of Rome’s most iconic attraction, the Colosseum, the immense amphitheater that was the largest ever built by the Roman Empire. Imagine the gladiatorial fights and public spectacles that took place there.

After the Palatine Hill enter the Roman Forum, the center of all Roman government and public life.

Explore the ruins of the Roman Forum, center of all Roman government and public life.

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Customers must bring with them an identity document (passport, driving license, etc.)
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • THE SECOND MEETING POINT FOR THE “Colosseum & Ancient Rome Tour” IS LOCATED IN: Via del Colosseo, 31, 00184 Roma RM, Italy The meeting point for the second part of the tour (Colosseum Tour) is outside the Colosseo metro station the upper level in front of Caffè Roma (Via del Colosseo 31). Please look for a tour leader with “Rome Your Way” sign. The tour will start at 1.45pm, please arrive 15 min. before the tour starts.
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Options To Choose for Your Trip:

  • Tour in Spanish
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  • Tour in English
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    Small group tour with 18 people or fewer

Rome In a Day: Vatican, Colosseum and Ancient Rome Tour Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • Entrance fees for Vatican Museums
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Head sets when needed
  • Professional guide
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Entrance fees for Colosseum and Roman Forum
  • Children 5 and younger are complimentary.

Not Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport from the Vatican tour to the Colosseum & Ancient Rome tour
  • St. Peter’s Basilica might be closed on Wednesday mornings due to weekly Papal Audience.

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Special Instructions:

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Please come to the meeting points 15 minutes before the tour starts, look for a tour guides with “Rome Your Way” sign.
    • A dress code is required: knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
    • Please note that backpacks, luggages and large bags are not allowed inside Vatican Museums, the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. There is no luggage storage available.
    • Please bring with you a valid ID (also for children)
    • Emergency telephone number is +39 (0) 6 8837 9680

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  • This Tour is Provided by Your Way Tours.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
  • This Tour is Rated 3.5 Stars based on 41 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.