Best of Rome in a Day Private Guided Tour Including Vatican, Sistine Chapel, and Colosseum

Enjoy this 6-hour private tour to see the top sights and ancient wonders of Rome in one day.

This 6-hours private sightseeing tour will bring you to the most fascinating sites in Rome, and the Vatican.
The most popular areas of the city with the most history and charm will be on the itinerary, including St Peter’s Square and Basilica, the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum, Roman forum, the Pantheon and much more.

You will be met by your guide at the Colosseum metro station exit

After meeting your guide, your tour begins at the Colosseum, where you’ll head to the interior of the arena for an exploration of Ancient Rome’s largest amphitheater.

When your visit is over, follow your guide just outside for a look at the Arch of Constantine and the Roman Forum, the empire’s central square and hub of political, religious, and social activity. See the 1st-century Arch of Titus, the House of the Vestal Virgins, the Temple of Saturn, the Senate House, and the white marble Arch of Septimius Severus.

Then via the Sacred Way, arrive at Capitoline Hill and the Vittoriano, one of the most beautiful monuments of modern Italy.

Next, continue your tour to the Trevi Fountain, seen in several films, including Fellini’s La Dolce Vita. To follow legend, throw a coin in the fountain and make a wish that someday you’ll return to Rome.

Then it’s time for a rest and lunch (own expense); there is a variety of restaurants you can choose from, whether you’re in the mood for pizza, a sandwich, or a nicer 3-course meal.

After eating, head to the Government District, where you’ll see the Parliament Building, the Palace of the Council of Ministers, and the Column of Marcus Aurelius. The historic Temple of Hadrian is nearby; Emperor Antoninus Pius built the grand edifice in honor of his predecessor. T

Then follow a narrow avenue to see the Pantheon, where Raphael, the Renaissance architect and painter, lies entombed.

Continue on to Piazza Navona by way of the Ancient Baths of Nero, and admire the Fountain of the Four Rivers by Bernini.

Your final destination is the Vatican, which sits across the Tiber River.

During your visit of the Vatican Museums ,you’ll enjoy a tour of Michelangelo’s most famous works, including the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, plus Raphael’s frescoes and the apartments of the pope.

The tour proceed to St. Peter’s Basilica where you will explore the numerous side chapels with their hidden crypts. You will see Michelangelo’s Pietà and your guide will explain why this is the only work that he signed. You will gain an appreciation of the mastery that went into the creation of Bernini’s altarpiece and learn how Michelangelo triumphed over his contemporaries for the honour to paint St. Peter’s magnificent dome.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and select museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
• Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
• Because of the growing popularity of the current pope Francis and his intense activity in organising mass events in the Vatican some areas might get closed last minute without previous notice. This has already happened this year and can happen again during your Vatican tour: the Sistine chapel and/or the Basilica of Saint Peter might not be accessible. In case of such events our tour guide will provide you with a valuable alternative focusing the tour inside the Vatican museums.
• 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.

• private tour at 9:30 am
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• Local guide
• Private tour
• Professional art historian guide
• Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.

• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transportation to and from the sites and during the tour

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• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements

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• This Tour is Provided by Raphael Tours & Events.
• 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 5 Stars based on 54 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 13 Travelers is accepted for booking.