Rome in a Day Tour Including Vatican Sistine Chapel Colosseum and All Highlights

At a glance

Rome in a Day Tour Including Vatican Sistine Chapel Colosseum and All Highlights is a 6h private experience in Rome, Italy, operated by Private Tours of Rome. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 76 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $628.02 per person. Included: Private tour, Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person), Walking tour.

Quick facts

Duration

6h

Group

Private tour — only your group

Languages

English, Italian

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Confirmed within 48 hours

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

See cancellation policy

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 1h

   Your guide will be waiting for you at the Colosseum, where you'll go to the inside of the field for an investigation of Ancient Rome's biggest amphitheater.

2. Stop 2 · 30m

   At the point when your visit is finished, take after your guide for a glance at the Arch of Constantine and the Roman Forum, the domain's focal square and center point of political, religious, and social action. See the first 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. At that point by means of the Sacred Way, touch base at Capitoline Hill and the Vittoriano, a standout amongst the most delightful landmarks of current Italy.

3. Stop 3 · 30m

   Next, proceed with your visit to the Trevi Fountain, found in a few movies, including Fellini's La Dolce Vita. To take after legend, toss a coin in the wellspring and make a desire that some time or another you'll come back to Rome. At that point it's the ideal opportunity for a rest and lunch (at your own expense); there is an assortment of eateries you can browse, regardless of whether you're in the disposition for pizza, a sandwich, or a more pleasant 3-course dinner.

4. Stop 4 · 10m

   After lunch, make a beeline for the Government District, where you'll see the Parliament Building, the Palace of the Council of Ministers, and the Column of Marcus Aurelius. The notable Temple of Hadrian is close-by; Emperor Antoninus Pius constructed the amazing structure out of appreciation for his ancestor.

5. Stop 5 · 30m

   At that point take after a limited road to see the Pantheon, where Raphael, the Renaissance engineer and painter, lies buried

6. Stop 6 · 20m

   Proceed to Piazza Navona by method for the Ancient Baths of Nero, and appreciate the Fountain of the Four Rivers by Bernini.

7. Stop 7 · 2h

   Your last goal is the Vatican, which sits over the Tiber River. During your visit of the Vatican Museums and St. Diminish's Basilica.

8. Stop 8 · 15m

   You'll appreciate a voyage through Michelangelo's most acclaimed works, including the roof of the Sistine Chapel, in addition to Raphael's frescoes and the flats of the pope.

9. Stop 9 · 30m

   It is then time for a tour of 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.

10. Stop 10 · 15m

    The tour will end in the Magnificent Saint Peter's Square.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• 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.
• Social distancing has to be maintained
• The customer has to bring their own mask. FFP2 masks are required.
• 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: the Sistine chapel and/or the Basilica of Saint Peter might not be accessible. 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.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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