Rome in a Day Tour with Vatican, Colosseum and Historic Center

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Overview

Available languages

English

7 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

This tour combines your must-do Rome experiences into one full day. Delve into the very essence of Roman history, culture, art, and architecture on this incredible walking tour, which introduces visitors to Rome’s best-known sights. Visit the Colosseum, the Vatican Museums, and the historic center of ancient Rome. Skip-the-line into the Museums and the Sistine Chapel, all in the company of an expert local guide.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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.

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

What‘s Included

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

What To Expect

1

Piazza Navona

Take to the streets of Rome for a walking tour of the historic center with your guide. Soak up the atmosphere in Piazza Navona, as your guide unravels the story of Bernini's fountain.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Pantheon

This nearly 2,000-year-old building has the largest un-reinforced concrete dome in the world. Hear how it was built and why it has inspired so many other buildings, from St. Peter’s Basilica to the U.S. Capitol Building.

30 minutes • Admission Not Included

Options

Private - Rome in a Day

Private tour of Rome's most famous sights in one incredible day of sightseeing with the Colosseum and Vatican Museums.

Rome in a Day

Small Group

Reviews

4.66

1,011 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Nice tour

    Elaina H,

    Sep 28, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our guide was great, very knowledgeable and friendly. The tour was a good highlight of the main attractions for first time travelers.

  • Very Good Rome Overview

    DEBORAH J,

    Sep 28, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Comprehensive overview of the city of Rome. Our guide Paola was very informative and paced the day well. If you only have 1-2 days in Rome this is a good option as all tickets were purchased ahead and lines were avoided.

  • Amazing day in Rome

    Sarah T,

    Sep 21, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Mauro was an incredible guide. My favorite site was the Colosseum and the ruins. He is a wonderful storyteller.

  • Rome

    Clark B,

    Sep 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    A great tour of Rome. The opportunity to go into the Coliseum was amazing. Allow a lot of extra time to be able to get into the Vatican and see the library and the Sistine Chapel as the crowds are huge. We had to cut our time short so missed most of the Vatican.... a great tour but make sure you have the time.

  • Our guide was very...

    Todd P,

    Sep 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our guide was very knowledgeable and did a great job getting us through a very full itinerary despite heavy crowds.

From €159.00

4.66
1,011 reviews