5.0(11 reviews)
Private Rome Day Tour with Vatican, Colosseum & City Walk
7.5 hours
Max 6 people
Commentary: Guide · en
Rome, Italy
About this activity
Experience Rome’s highlights in one unforgettable private day. Skip the lines, explore at your pace, and see the Colosseum, Vatican, and historic center with an expert guide.
Highlights
- Explore Rome’s highlights with a private guide.
- See the Sistine Chapel and Michelangelo’s frescoes.
- Save time with seamless entry into the Colosseum & Vatican.
- Stress-free sightseeing with all logistics handled by your guide.
- Travel by private vehicle between the city center and Vatican.
Full description
Make the most of every moment in the Eternal City on this private full-day walking tour. With pre-reserved access for seamless entry into the monuments and one private transfer between the Colosseum and Vatican, you'll explore Rome’s legendary landmarks in comfort and depth. Wander through the historic center’s iconic squares, fountains, and piazzas. Step inside the Colosseum with priority entry and uncover stories of gladiators and emperors. And skip long lines at the Vatican Museums to admire the Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps, and the magnificent Sistine Chapel. Your expert private guide provide commentary along the way and handles all the logistics, ensuring a relaxed, immersive experience for couples, families, or small groups seeking an unforgettable day in Rome. Walks Tours is proud to be an Official Parco Archeologico del Colosseo Operator approved to lead guided tours of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.
Begin your private day tour in Rome with a guided walk through the city’s historic center. Admire the sculpted fountains of Piazza Navona, toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain, and pause outside the Pantheon, Rome’s best-preserved ancient temple. With the insight of your guide, uncover the layers of history that shaped this extraordinary city.
Break for a relaxed lunch (not included) at a local restaurant recommended by your guide before continuing to the Colosseum. With pre-reserved entry you'll step straight inside this ancient arena to relive the thrill of gladiatorial combat and public spectacle on a one-hour private tour with your guide. After your Colosseum tour, enjoy an exceptional view over the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
Then, travel by private vehicle to the Vatican Museums for an afternoon immersed in art. Bypass long queues to explore the highlights of the Vatican’s vast collections, from ancient sculpture halls to Raphael’s vibrant frescoes. Finish in the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s ceiling captures the divine and the human in one breathtaking vision.
With skip-the-line access, private transport, and a dedicated guide, this intimate experience brings Rome’s wonders to life at your own pace and without the stress of navigating the city on your own.
Break for a relaxed lunch (not included) at a local restaurant recommended by your guide before continuing to the Colosseum. With pre-reserved entry you'll step straight inside this ancient arena to relive the thrill of gladiatorial combat and public spectacle on a one-hour private tour with your guide. After your Colosseum tour, enjoy an exceptional view over the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
Then, travel by private vehicle to the Vatican Museums for an afternoon immersed in art. Bypass long queues to explore the highlights of the Vatican’s vast collections, from ancient sculpture halls to Raphael’s vibrant frescoes. Finish in the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s ceiling captures the divine and the human in one breathtaking vision.
With skip-the-line access, private transport, and a dedicated guide, this intimate experience brings Rome’s wonders to life at your own pace and without the stress of navigating the city on your own.
Included / Excluded
- Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums
- Transportation to Vatican Museums
- Colosseum entrance ticket (24h – Colosseo, Foro Romano, Palatino Ticket, €18)
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Local English-speaking guide
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Meeting point
Start Location
Piazza Navona, 25, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Piazza Navona 25, in front of Touristation Navona.
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Know before you book
- 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.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and match the names on their ID. The Colosseum requires all guests (including children) to present government ID at the time of entry. Therefore any guest that does not submit their name in advance of the tour, or who does not bring their ID to the meeting point, will be refused participation without refund. Name corrections are possible up to 7 days before the visit. After this, changes may not be possible.
- 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.
Know before you go
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
- The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and match the names on their ID. The Colosseum requires all guests (including children) to present government ID at the time of entry. Therefore any guest that does not submit their name in advance of the tour, or who does not bring their ID to the meeting point, will be refused participation without refund. Name corrections are possible up to 7 days before the visit. After this, changes may not be possible.
- 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.
- All guests must pass through security. No weapons or large items will be permitted. Only small backpacks and handbags are allowed inside the Colosseum (no bag check) and Vatican Museums (bag check available). Please note if you check something at the Vatican Museums you must return (about a 20-minute walk) to the entrance to pick up your items at the end of the tour.
- Please note that this is a walking tour with a quick bus transfer from Central Rome to the Vatican.
- 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.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 7 days before the activity starts
Cancellations received greater than 7 days prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 7 days of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive or arrives after tour departure
Reviews
5.0(11 reviews)
Lisa
Jun 20265.0
The tour was great and having priority on the boat was excellent
Matthew
Jun 20265.0
If you’re reading this, book it now! You’ll be one of the first on the boat and get the best spot before anyone else. Daniela (aka “Daniel”) treated us exceptionally well from start to finish. Her knowledge of the falls and the stories behind them was the perfect balance of informative and entertaining. She keeps you laughing throughout the tour and enjoys the experience right alongside you as if it were her first time seeing it. 10/10 — I would recommend this tour to anyone. As an added bonus, our group had only four people, which made the experience absolutely incredible and much more personal. Thanks again, Daniel! 😉
Lisa
Jun 20265.0
The tour was great and having priority on the boat was excellent
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Additional information
Ticket age ranges:
- Adult (18+)
- Child (2-17)
- Infant (0-1)
- Adult (18+)
- Child (2-17)
- Infant (0-1)