Best of Rome: Vatican & Colosseum Guided Tour

Embark on an exclusive adventure at the Vatican with your expert guide, skipping the lines to dive into the Vatican Museums’ magnificent art collection. Marvel at ancient Greek and Roman sculptures, Renaissance masterpieces, the Raphael Rooms, and the iconic Sistine Chapel. Your guide will bring Michelangelo’s genius to life, dispelling myths and unveiling fascinating facts.

Enjoy free time to explore the Vatican Museums or take advantage of fast-track entry to St. Peter’s Basilica for a self-guided tour. After lunch, independently make your way to the iconic Colosseum. With exclusive entrance, step through the Gladiator’s Gate onto the Arena floor where history’s fiercest battles unfolded. Your guide will recount the infamous gladiator games as you explore the Colosseum’s perimeter and underground tunnels.

Delve into ancient Rome at the Roman Forum uncovering the legendary roots of Rome and tales of emperors and gods.

Vast museums inside the Vatican City which house many thousands of ancient works of art and sculpture. The most important museum complex in the world!

Simply the most colourful room in the world! Michelangelo’s ceiling will deeply impress all who enter.

Enter the Icon of Rome and understand what it really meant to kill or be killed as a gladiator in ancient Rome.

The heart and soul of ancient Rome.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• 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
• On days immediately surrounding religious holidays at the Vatican, alterations to tours may become necessary due to partial closings of areas normally included in this tour. In the event that the Papal tombs beneath St. Peter’s Basilica are closed, the tour of the Basilica itself will be extended and no refunds made
• Maximum 20 travelers on this tour
• The ground in the Roman Forum is composed of large stone or dirt pathways that can be difficult to navigate with strollers or wheelchairs
• Only small bags or purses are allowed in the Vatican and the Colosseum. No large bags or weapons allowed, and a cloakroom is available at the Vatican only
• Tour departs rain or shine
• Unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour. Contact us to determine the best way to visit Ancient Rome and the Vatican with small children or guests with reduced mobility
• Wear comfortable shoes for walking
• Wear a hat and sunblock during summer months
• Bring water if you will tour on a hot day
• 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.

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• Pre-reserved tickets to the Vatican Museums, Colosseum & Roman Forum
• Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
• Fully guided tour, broken into two segments
• Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €24 per person)
• Exclusive access onto the Arena Floor
• Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Gratuities
• Personal extras
• Transportation from the Vatican to the Colosseum

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**2-PART TOUR**

MORNING MEETING POINT:
Via Sebastiano Veniero 19
Please arrive at 7:45 AM as the tour departs promptly at 8:00 AM. Across the street from the Vatican Museum entrance you will see a broad staircase leading down. At the bottom of the stairs, turn right. Number 19 is a few steps ahead- an ItaliaTours rep will be waiting for you.
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AFTERNOON MEETING POINT:
Meet 15 minutes before the start of the tour at the arch of Constantine, which is situated next to the Colosseum in Piazza del Colosseo. There will be a representative holding an ItaliaTours sign to greet you. No refunds will be given for late arrivals or failure to show. An official form of ID will be required to enter the Colosseum.
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CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS: Excessive crowding is to be expected at the Colosseum and Roman Forum during peak season, especially on days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, often leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our Tour Operator priority access reservations.

LARGE BAGS / WEAPONS/ LUGGAGE will not be allowed inside the monuments. There is no baggage storage area at the Colosseum.

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Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by ItaliaTours.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Vatican.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• 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.
• This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 35 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.