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Rome Full-Day Private Tour: Colosseum & Vatican Museums

From$40
8 hours
New York City, USA

About this activity

Experience Rome's iconic landmarks in a single day with skip-the-line access and a private guide, including the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, and a delightful Italian lunch.

Highlights

  • Skip-the-line access to Colosseum and Roman Forum
  • Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • Visit St. Peter's Basilica
  • Enjoy a delicious Italian lunch
  • Private tour with expert guide

Full description

Discover the eternal city's most iconic landmarks on this comprehensive full-day private tour. Skip the lines at the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, and delve into the rich history of ancient Rome. In the afternoon, explore the Vatican Museums, marvel at the Sistine Chapel's masterpieces, and visit the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica. Throughout the day, enjoy personalized attention from your expert guide and savor a delicious Italian lunch at a local restaurant. This tour offers a seamless blend of history, art, and culture, ensuring an unforgettable Roman adventure.

Included / Excluded

  • Skip-the-line tickets to Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point

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Important information

Know before you book

  • This is a private tour; only your group will participate.
  • The tour operates rain or shine; dress accordingly.
  • Please inform the operator of any dietary restrictions for lunch arrangements.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for religious sites (knees and shoulders covered).
  • Bring a valid ID for entry to the Colosseum and Vatican sites.
  • Be prepared for security checks at all venues.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Traveler reviews

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Best of NYC Pedicab experience

Our guide, Yasin was FANTASTIC!!! He was so very knowledgeable, friendly and fun! I can’t recommend enough. We will definitely not only do this activity again, but I will ask for Yasin once again.

N6488DEeugenesJul 30, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Central Park

Yasim by far the best guide and even a much better person very knowledgeable truly recommend and be sure to ask for yasim

Eugene_SJul 30, 2026VIATOR

Wonderful day in the park

This was a wonderful experience. Very relaxing after a day of walking the streets of New York. Our guide was absolutely wonderful.

Lisa_DJul 26, 2026VIATOR

Great way to tour the park!

If you're looking for a great way to see Central Park but you've been walking all over the city and you need a break I recommend this tour. Johnny and MJ were informative, fun and happy to take pictures throughout the tour.

Jen_VJul 15, 2026VIATOR

Fantastic tour! Noah was awesome

Definitely the way to see Central Park! Noah was very knowledgeable, kind and a great guy! Learnt a lot from him, thanks Noah 🙂

Russell_BJul 12, 2026VIATOR
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