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 minutesAdmission 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 minutesAdmission 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

988 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Great experience

    bmv1974,

    Jul 18, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Overall outstanding experience. The tour guide Angela was the best. Extremely knowledgeable and very well organized. Highly recommend

  • Love our tour of Rome

    Kevin G,

    Jul 15, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Davide was a great guide with so much knowledge and humor, as well. He was able to take us to some other places not originally scheduled which was nice. Yes…it is a lot of walking, but it is broken up and there is time to rest. It was a hot day in Rome and he was always checking to see if we were drinking or needed to stop for more water.

  • It was a great...

    Angela T,

    Jul 9, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    It was a great experience! We covered all we wanted too in a day! Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and the trip was a great experience.

  • Absolutely phenomenal tour!

    Tony M,

    Jul 8, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Absolutely phenomenal tour! Sev was an outstanding guide. He was extremely knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about the rich history of Rome. His storytelling brought the ancient sites to life, and despite the many steps and sights we covered, he kept a great pace that was both comfortable and efficient. It truly felt like walking through history with a trusted expert. Highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting an unforgettable and insightful experience in Rome. Sev made the day exceptional!

  • Lots of walking and too...

    Dipti V,

    Jul 3, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    Lots of walking and too fast at times to take pictures. Very crowded areas and the tour guide gave too much of his “opinions.” It was too long and I would recommend splitting into two different tours. Also, very hot weather in June.

From EUR 189

4.66
988 reviews