Rome in a Day Group Tour with Entry to Vatican and Colosseum

Maximize your precious and limited time on your Roman getaway with this comprehensive all-in-one tour. We believe in the importance of experiencing all of Rome’s best sights and sounds, even in one day. If you’re visiting the Eternal City for just a few days, join us on our Rome in a Day tour which features the Vatican Museums, Saint Peter’s Basilica, Roman Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, and Pantheon. Experience Rome’s bucket list destinations with a professional, English-speaking tour guide. Privileged partner admission and transportation are included.

Highlights of the Vatican Museums
Experience the best galleries at the Vatican with your expert guide, visiting the Candelabra, Tapestries, and Maps galleries. Admire ancient Roman and Greek statues, Flemish tapestries, and spectacular topographical maps commissioned by Pope Gregory XIII. Your guide will reveal the stories behind these treasures as Vatican secrets are unveiled to you. See Raphael’s famous fresco, The School of Athens, and other masterpieces in multiple rooms inside the Vatican Museums.

Raphael Rooms
Experience the grandeur of the Renaissance with a visit to the Raphael Rooms inside the Vatican Museums. As one of the most iconic artists of the era, Raphael’s frescoes are a must-see for any art enthusiast. Explore multiple rooms adorned with stunning artworks. And don’t miss the chance to marvel at The School of Athens, one of Raphael’s most renowned masterpieces that depicts some of history’s greatest thinkers in a grand architectural setting.

Before heading into the museums, join our guide on a walk through the Pinecone Courtyard and marvel at the famous ”Sphere within a Sphere” by Arnaldo Pomodoro.

Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo’s Last Judgement

Prepare to be wowed as you visit the Sistine Chapel – a top attraction in Vatican City. Arriving early gives you the chance to admire Michelangelo’s incredible artwork without the crowds. As a sacred space, silence is required, but your guide will provide you with a guide and a pre-visit explanation of what you’re about to see. Inside, you’ll be mesmerized by the sheer number of figures painted by Michelangelo – over 600! This masterpiece is not only a testament to his talent but also serves as a gathering place for cardinals of the Catholic Church.

Please note: The Sistine Chapel is a sacred place, so visitors are required to have their knees and shoulders covered when inside. Failure to do so will result in refused entry to a portion of the Vatican tour. During Rome’s hot summer months, consider bringing a shawl or sweater for covering yourself when necessary.

St. Peter’s Basilica – (Except on Wednesdays!)

Following the Sistine Chapel our next stop is the breath-taking St. Peter’s Basilica. Accompanied by your guide, you’ll enter through a dedicated corridor for groups, granting swift access to the basilica avoiding the long queues that often appear on the square. Inside, you’ll have the opportunity to witness the Vatican’s most esteemed church, believed to house the remains of St. Peter himself. Your guide will introduce you to the cathedral before you enter to explore on your own, allowing you some time to take in the beauty of this religious site.

Admire the architecture and art, including Michelangelo’s La Pietà and Bernini’s Baldacchino, and bask in the peaceful atmosphere of this spiritual sanctuary.

Please note that St. Peter’s Basilica is closed on Wednesdays for the Papal Audience and can occasionally experience other unexpected closures. If this happens, your guide will make up the time at other areas within the Vatican.

Navona Square
Your Rome in a day tour continues with a visit to some of the Eternal City’s most awe-inspiring piazzas and fountains. Stroll through iconic Roman landmarks alongside your expert guide.

Piazza Navona in Rome is an extraordinary place that effortlessly encapsulates the essence of Roman grandeur and cultural richness. Its awe-inspiring beauty, historical significance, and vibrant atmosphere make it undeniably awesome.
The piazza’s open space is a hub of lively activity, inviting both locals and visitors to immerse themselves in its vibrant atmosphere. Street performers, artists, and musicians fill the square, adding a delightful touch of entertainment and creating a palpable sense of energy.

Trevi Fountain
The Trevi Fountain in Rome is undeniably awesome, captivating visitors with its grandeur, intricate design, and timeless beauty. Standing as the largest Baroque fountain in the city, it is an iconic symbol of Rome’s rich history and artistic heritage.

The sheer scale of the Trevi Fountain is awe-inspiring. Its magnificent facade rises dramatically, adorned with intricate sculptures and ornate details that tell stories of mythological figures and ancient Roman gods. The central figure of Oceanus, commanding the attention of all who gaze upon it, adds a sense of majesty and power to the fountain’s composition.

Make sure to toss a coin into the fountain, a tradition believed to ensure a return to Rome, becomes a moment of hope and connection to the city’s eternal spirit!

Colosseum (1st and 2nd outer tier)
After a short break for lunch at own expense, time for another great stop on our Rome in a Day tour is the 2,000-year-old Roman Colosseum. We’ll breeze you past the crowds with prebooked Colosseum admission, so you don’t waste time waiting in long lines. Your expert guide will teach you the history of the Flavian Amphitheater (Colosseum) in dramatic detail.

Have you ever wondered about the Roman Forum’s significance to Ancient Rome? Now full of sprawling ruins next door to the Colosseum, the Forum once served as the powerful Roman Empire’s commercial and political center. Thanks to our prebooked admission, effortlessly take a walk through the ruins of this once thriving Roman icon alongside your expert guide.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have a high 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.
• 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.
• Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
• We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours.
• Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions

• Rome in a Day Tour with Vatican and Colosseum
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• Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
• Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
• Avoid the Lines, visiting the St Peters Church
• Guided Walking Tour past Navona Square, the Pantheon & Trevi Fountain
• Free Time for Lunch (at own expense)
• Admission & Guided Tour of The Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel, Colosseum & Roman Forum
• Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
• Professional English-Speaking Guide
• Group Setting of Maximum 18!

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Lunch
• Gratuities

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• It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 10 – 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.
• This tour does not accommodate wheelchairs, participants with limited mobility nor strollers & baby carriages.

Important: Names of all participant need to match their passport or ID card, and cannot be amended after booking.

COLOSSEUM INFO
• Large bags, backpacks, luggage, tripods, large umbrellas, and perfume bottles cannot be brought into the Colosseum nor the Vatican. There is no coat check or space on-site to leave your belongings.

VATICAN INFO
DRESS CODE: Entrance into any religious site requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. The Tour Guy will not be held responsible for refused entry due to unsuitable dress.

At the Vatican there is a coat check, but no time to retrieve items from the entry of the museums so please avoid bringing big bags/items.

IMPORTANT: During State visits or special religious events, there may be unexpected closings of different parts of the Vatican. We will do our best to inform you on time of possible closings. In the event that an area normally covered on the tour is closed, our guide will still provide the explanation and will show you an extra site or gallery to compensate for the closure.

• On Wednesdays, the tour does not visit St. Peter’s Basilica due to an Audience blessing being held there, we will cover other areas of the Vatican Museums in place of the Basilica instead.
• We will be subject to a security check at the entrance to all sites. Depending on the volume of visitors, we may have a short wait in the security line.
• Mandatory: All participants are required to carry a valid government-issued picture ID on them during our tours.
• Depending on the size of your group, headphones may be used.

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by The Roman Guy Tours.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
  If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
• This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 2038 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.