Private Rome Day Tour with Vatican, Colosseum & City Walk
7.5 hours
Max 6 people
Commentary: Guide · en
Rome, Italy
About this activity
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.
Stop At: Piazza Navona
Begin your private day tour in Rome with a guided walk through the city’s historic center. Soak in the lively ambience and admire Bernini's fountain in Piazza Navona.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission free
Stop At: Pantheon
Your private walking tour will pause outside the Pantheon, Rome’s best-preserved ancient temple.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission: Not Included
Stop At: Trevi Fountain
Stroll the cobblestone streets and stop to toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission free
Stop At: Piazza Venezia
This busy piazza is where you'll find a monument built to honor Victor Emmanuel II, the first king of Italy.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission free
Stop At: Largo Corrado Ricci
Break for a relaxed lunch (not included) at a local restaurant recommended by your guide.
Duration: 1 hour
Admission: Not included
Stop At: 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.
Duration: 1 hr 45 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
Stop At: Roman Forum
After your Colosseum tour, enjoy an exceptional view over the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
Pass without stopping
Admission: Not included
Stop At: Vatican Museums
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.
Duration: 2 hours
Admission Ticket Included
Stop At: Sistine Chapel
Finish in the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s ceiling captures the divine and the human in one breathtaking vision. Please Note: Between January 12 and March 31, 2026, the Vatican Museums will carry out a dedicated preservation project focused on Michelangelo’s "Last Judgment" in the Sistine Chapel. To allow specialists to work safely and thoroughly, the entire wall featuring the fresco will be covered by scaffolding throughout the intervention. The Sistine Chapel will remain open to visitors, though this specific artwork will be temporarily out of view during the restoration period. We appreciate your patience and understanding as essential conservation work is performed on this remarkable masterpiece.
Duration: 45 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
Begin your private day tour in Rome with a guided walk through the city’s historic center. Soak in the lively ambience and admire Bernini's fountain in Piazza Navona.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission free
Stop At: Pantheon
Your private walking tour will pause outside the Pantheon, Rome’s best-preserved ancient temple.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission: Not Included
Stop At: Trevi Fountain
Stroll the cobblestone streets and stop to toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission free
Stop At: Piazza Venezia
This busy piazza is where you'll find a monument built to honor Victor Emmanuel II, the first king of Italy.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission free
Stop At: Largo Corrado Ricci
Break for a relaxed lunch (not included) at a local restaurant recommended by your guide.
Duration: 1 hour
Admission: Not included
Stop At: 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.
Duration: 1 hr 45 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
Stop At: Roman Forum
After your Colosseum tour, enjoy an exceptional view over the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
Pass without stopping
Admission: Not included
Stop At: Vatican Museums
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.
Duration: 2 hours
Admission Ticket Included
Stop At: Sistine Chapel
Finish in the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s ceiling captures the divine and the human in one breathtaking vision. Please Note: Between January 12 and March 31, 2026, the Vatican Museums will carry out a dedicated preservation project focused on Michelangelo’s "Last Judgment" in the Sistine Chapel. To allow specialists to work safely and thoroughly, the entire wall featuring the fresco will be covered by scaffolding throughout the intervention. The Sistine Chapel will remain open to visitors, though this specific artwork will be temporarily out of view during the restoration period. We appreciate your patience and understanding as essential conservation work is performed on this remarkable masterpiece.
Duration: 45 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
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, 2, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Piazza Navona, 2, Piazza Navona, 2, 00186 Roma RM, 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 2, in front of Museo di Roma.
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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 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.
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 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.
- 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
Frequently asked questions
FAQs
Additional information
Ticket age ranges:
- Adult (18+)
- Child (2-17)
- Infant (0-1)
- Adult (18+)
- Child (2-17)
- Infant (0-1)