Rome in a Day Tour with Vatican, Colosseum and Historic Center
Overview
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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
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.
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.
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
1,036 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
This tour was very well...
Debbie S,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was very well organized. Our tour guide, Claudia, was very professional and knowledgeable. We were very happy with the experience.
Memories for ever
Vanessa B,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00An insightful day with expert guide and archeologist. Marco. We came away with many ‘pinch me’ memories. Be prepared to be educated and enthralled by the sights and knowledge of your guide. It’s a long day but you won’t be disappointed-highly recommended
Rome in a Day Highlights!
Bob S,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Vita, our tour guide, was superb. It was a long day with a lot of walking, but she paced the day well, and we never felt hurried or rushed. We were able to see all the main sights we wanted to see with plenty of time. Despite the crowds, we felt comfortable and relaxed throughout the tour. Be prepared for a lot of walking on this tour, but it helps to burn off those vacation calories!
Fantastic tour for those who want to see all of Rome with limited time!!
Kevin A,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour and our guide was fantastic! Her understanding of Roman history and architecture was top notch. She made certain that we saw absolutely everything in the city and got behind the scenes knowledge! Be aware that this is a walking tour! We walked nearly 10 miles across Rome’s cobbled streets. Be prepared!!
Our guide was amazing....
Roger S,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was amazing. She was very knowledgeable about all the subjects. She was there to answer your questions. She kept us on time and engaged. Nick overall it was a very delightful experience for us.
It was better in 2017
barbieb912,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00I had been on the same tour in 2017 and it was awesome. They included entrance to the Pantheon, a complimentary gelato and we thoroughly enjoyed it. We returned for the same tour with our daughter and her husband and while the guide was fantastic, the tour did not include the Pantheon(we just walked by), or the gelato. We walked all over Rome and while we went into some beautiful churches, they weren’t the ones that are note worthy. Both times the tours ended at the Vatican. The first time we ended in St. Peter’s square. This time we were left in the Sistine chapel with no direction how to get out. So we did not see the Swiss guards, the square high points of interest. Not worth the money in our opinion. But maybe this is all because of the Jubilee. Plus all the walking was fine for us but there were some people on our tour that apparently did not know the amount of walking and climbing steps that was involved. I think that needs to be more strongly expressed in the description.
Rome in a day.
Jody H,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What an amazing way to learn a ton of history. Our guide was great, she knew so much about the city. You'd better have good walking shoes.
We loved our tour guide...
Jeff H,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved our tour guide and we were so impressed with his knowledge. I would recommend this tour highly.
Rome in a day
Sal L,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our Guide Hillary was absolutely wonderful. Lots of great info, excellent speaker. My only problem was quality of the earbud. If we were told ahead of time I would have brought my own.
21,000 steps. If you...
sfour0863,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.0021,000 steps. If you can’t walk that then book the golf cart tour. Wonderful tour, our guide was very knowledgeable and I felt like I saw everything.
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