Full-day tour of Vatican Colosseum & Best of Rome by Tommaso
At a glance
Full-day tour of Vatican Colosseum & Best of Rome by Tommaso is a 6h private experience in Rome, Italy, operated by Rome Tours by Tommaso. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 15 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $600.61 per person. Included: Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person), Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person), Professional art historian guide.
Highlights
- Skip-the-line entry saves time at busy sights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- 7 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 6h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English, Italian
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- See cancellation policy
Overview
Meet your local guide and find about the most well known points of interest in Rome and the Vatican City in the space of a unique day. Enjoy this complete tour of Rome with the attention of a top rated guide just for you.
What's included
What's included
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
- Professional art historian guide
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Transportation to and from the attractions
- St Peter's Basilica
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h
The tour starts with a visit to Ancient Rome’s largest amphitheater, the Colosseum. Explore this magnificent arena, earning about its history as a source of entertainment for ancient Roman citizens.
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Stop 2 · 1h
You then go outside once more to see the Arch of Constantine and the Roman Forum. The Forum was the Empire’s political, religious and social hub and had many wonderful buildings and monuments; 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 Septimus to name a few. A walk up the Sacred Way brings you to Capitoline Hill and the Vittoriano, one of modern Italy’s most beautiful monuments. The all encompassing perspective that you will have around this amazing Roman Architecture is essentially exceptional.
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Stop 3 · 30m
Your next stops early in the day will be the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and Navona Square. Toward the finish of the main portion of your day, you will have time to appreciate an Italian lunch.
The second part of your visit will be committed to seeing a standout amongst the most essential historical centers on the planet, the Vatican Museums, with his Galleries and amazing collections! You will likewise visit the Sistine Chapel, where your guide will tell you about the unique use of the Sistine Chapel today; the place where the conclave takes place to elect a new Pope, but also about one of the most famous frescos of the world, the Last Judgment. The tour then continues toe a standout amongst the most renowned Catholic houses of worship on the planet, St.Peter's Basilica where the Michelangelo’s Pieta, Bernini’s Baldacchino and a number of monuments honoring past Popes and Saints are preserved. The tour ends in Saint Peter’s Square where you can see the Pope’s Palace. -
Stop 4 · 30m
Your next stops early in the day will be the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and Navona Square. Toward the finish of the main portion of your day, you will have time to appreciate an Italian lunch.
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Stop 5 · 1h
The second part of your visit will be committed to seeing a standout amongst the most essential historical centers on the planet, the Vatican Museums, with his Galleries and amazing collections!
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Stop 6 · 1h 30m
You will likewise visit the Sistine Chapel, where your guide will tell you about the unique use of the Sistine Chapel today; the place where the conclave takes place to elect a new Pope, but also about one of the most famous frescos of the world, the Last Judgment.
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Stop 7 · 30m
The tour ends in Saint Peter’s Square where you can see the Pope’s Palace.
Meeting point
At the newsagent in front of the Colosseum Metro Station Exit (there is only one
exit, just in front of the monument). Your guide will have a sign with your name.
Good to know
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected 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 prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- 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.
- 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.
- Please note that due to Jubilee restrictions, access to the Basilica is not accessible
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Full-day tour of Vatican Colosseum & Best of Rome by Tommaso take?
The experience lasts about 6h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $600.61 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person); Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person); Professional art historian guide; Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person); Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services..
Where does it start?
At the newsagent in front of the Colosseum Metro Station Exit (there is only one exit, just in front of the monument). Your guide will have a sign with your name.
Can I cancel?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Italian.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 15 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rome.
