4.9(61 reviews)
Rome Highlights Private Day Tour
From€550
7 hours
Province of Rome, Italy
About this activity
Experience Rome's iconic landmarks in a single day with a private guided tour, including skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Colosseum, and Roman Forum.
Highlights
- Skip-the-line Vatican Museums access
- Explore Sistine Chapel's masterpieces
- Visit iconic Colosseum and Roman Forum
- Discover ancient Roman history
- Enjoy personalized guided experience
Full description
Dive into Rome's rich history and art with a personalized private tour. Skip the lines at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, marvel at Michelangelo's masterpieces, and explore the grandeur of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. This full-day excursion offers an immersive journey through Rome's most iconic sites, ensuring a memorable and hassle-free experience.
Included / Excluded
- Skip-the-line access to Vatican Museums
- Guided tour of Sistine Chapel
- Visit to Colosseum and Roman Forum
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
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After meeting your guide, your tour begins at the Colosseum, where you'll head to the interior of the arena for an exploration of Ancient Rome's largest amphitheater.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
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When your visit is over, follow your guide just outside for a look at the Arch of Constantine and the Roman Forum, the empire's central square and hub of political, religious, and social activity. See the 1st-century Arch of Titus, the House of the Vestal Virgins, the Temple of Saturn, the Senate House, and the white marble Arch of Septimius Severus.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
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Pass by: Then via the Sacred Way, arrive at Capitoline Hill and the Vittoriano, one of the most beautiful monuments of modern Italy.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Next, continue your tour to the Trevi Fountain, seen in several films, including Fellini’s La Dolce Vita. To follow legend, throw a coin in the fountain and make a wish that someday you’ll return to Rome.
Duration: 30 minAdmission: YES
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Then it’s time for a rest and lunch (own expense); there is a variety of restaurants you can choose from, whether you're in the mood for pizza, a sandwich, or a nicer 3-course meal. After eating, head to the Government District, where you’ll see the Parliament Building, the Palace of the Council of Ministers, and the Column of Marcus Aurelius. The historic Temple of Hadrian is nearby; Emperor Antoninus Pius built the grand edifice in honor of his predecessor. T
Duration: 30 minAdmission: YES
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Then follow a narrow avenue to see the Pantheon, where Raphael, the Renaissance architect and painter, lies entombed.
Duration: 30 minAdmission: YES
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Continue on to Piazza Navona by way of the Ancient Baths of Nero, and admire the Fountain of the Four Rivers by Bernini.
Duration: 30 minAdmission: YES
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Your final destination is the Vatican, which sits across the Tiber River.
Duration: 30 minAdmission: YES
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During your visit of the Vatican Museums ,you’ll enjoy a tour of Michelangelo’s most famous works, including the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, plus Raphael’s frescoes and the apartments of the pope.
Duration: 30 minAdmission: YES
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The tour proceed to St. Peter’s Basilica where you will explore the numerous side chapels with their hidden crypts. You will see Michelangelo’s Pietà and your guide will explain why this is the only work that he signed. You will gain an appreciation of the mastery that went into the creation of Bernini’s altarpiece and learn how Michelangelo triumphed over his contemporaries for the honour to paint St. Peter’s magnificent dome.
Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in all weather conditions; dress accordingly
- Provide hotel details at booking for pickup arrangements
- Be aware that the order of the itinerary may change based on ticket availability
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for religious sites
- Bring a valid ID for security checks at attractions
- Ensure timely arrival to avoid missing parts of the tour
Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and select museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Each traveler must show a valid ID matching the booking name for entry. Without ID, entry is not guaranteed.
- READ CAREFULLY: Because of the growing popularity of the current pope and his intense activity in organising mass events in the Vatican some areas might get closed last minute without previous notice. This has already happened this year and can happen again during you Vatican tour. In case of such events our tour guide will provide you with a valuable alternative focusing the tour inside the Vatican museums.
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Pantheon.
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Day tour of Rome excellent tour. The tour guide, Claudia, was fantastic.
Lots of walking. This tour requires good mobility. Our tour guide, Claudia, was fantastic! Highly recommend!
Lauri_SApr 19, 2026VIATOR
Amazing! New love for Rome!
Our guide was so well versed and knowledgeable about all of the venues we visited and went above and beyond with the education we received. We developed a new found love for Rome with everything we learned and because of it would love to revisit Roma!!!! Thank you for working with such knowledgable and kind tour guides.
Loredana_KOct 8, 2025VIATOR
Exceptional!
Claudia was an exceptional guide! Her knowledge of each site we visited was thorough, and she was able to answer our many questions. We could never have seen and learned as much as we did without her. This tour was an experience that our family will never forget! Thank you, Claudia!
Douglas_RAug 10, 2025VIATOR
Both Paola and Marco were...
Both Paola and Marco were fabulous with our family to help make our stay in Rome that much more amazing! We did an all day tour and they were so informative and kept us all very interested! Thank you for a wonderful last day of our trip
rikkib3Jul 8, 2025VIATOR
This was an amazing tour....
This was an amazing tour. Our guide Masimilliano was extremely knowledgeable and hands on showing us all Rome has to offer. His background and education in Languages, History and Theology added to our understanding and appreciation of this great city. He was so friendly and personable. The tour itself is a bit pricey but well worth it if you want the best experience and skip the lines everywhere. My husband and I were celebrating our 35th anniversary and this was our first time to Italy and this truly made our special occasion memorable.
lisa_dJul 5, 2025VIATOR
Additional information
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and select museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
READ CAREFULLY: Because of the growing popularity of the current pope Francis and his intense activity in organising mass events in the Vatican some areas might get closed last minute without previous notice. This has already happened this year and can happen again during you Vatican tour. In case of such events our tour guide will provide you with a valuable alternative focusing the tour inside the Vatican museums.
Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the Jubilee the Basilica might not be accessible as part of the tour. Unfortunately, we know that very last minute. In any case, you can go there after the tour, queuing.