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Private Rome in a Day Tour with Colosseum & Sistine Chapel: Essential Experience

5.0(41)5 out of 5, from 41 reviews·7h·Private group
What you pay forEach travellerChildren are priced in their own age band.
Group sizeUp to 15Per booking.
Minimum age1 yearsinfant 1–2, child 3–17, adult 18–100

Will this work for your group?

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  • All 5 of you can be booked together.
  • Your youngest is 8; the minimum age is 1.
  • 5 fares — children priced separately

About this experience

Are you looking for a day tour to see Rome's highlights in a fun but in-depth way? Join us on our Rome in a Day tour and maximise your time, as we offer you an amazing overview of the Ancient City & the Vatican City. Our comprehensive private itinerary is specially designed for travellers on a tight schedule, allowing you to see all the highlights in double-quick time: admire the epic grandeur of the Colosseum and follow in the footsteps of Julius Caesar in the Roman Forum; enjoy skip-the-lines access to the Vatican Museums and gaze up at Michelangelo’s masterpieces of Renaissance art in the Sistine Chapel and vast St. Peter’s Basilica. Finish your day in the atmospheric piazzas of Rome’s historical center, admiring awe-inspiring monuments like the Trevi fountain, Piazza Navona, the Pantheon and Spanish Steps along the way.

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What you actually do

Of 7 listed stops, you get out at 6 and see 1 from the vehicle.

  1. 1

    Colosseum

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    You get out here60 minAdmission included

  2. 2

    Roman Forum

    - Temple of Saturn - House of the Vestal Virgins - Via Sacra - Arch of Titus

    You get out here90 minAdmission included

  3. 3

    Trevi Fountain

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    You get out here15 min

  4. 4

    Piazza Navona

    - Bernini's Four Rivers Fountain

    You get out here15 min

  5. 5

    Pantheon

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    Seen from the vehicle

  6. 6

    Vatican Museums

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    You get out here120 minAdmission included

  7. 7

    Sistine Chapel

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    You get out here30 minAdmission included

Where the day happens

≈ 1.6 km from the city centre. 7 stops shown in visit order.

What is and is not included

The advertised price does not cover other — budget for those separately.

  • Other
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Other

Before you book

The operator’s own practical notes — the things people usually discover at checkout.

Good to know (11)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note that the Vatican Museums provide free entrance for visitors who are (according to the requirements stated by the Vatican City) at least 74% disabled by presenting the appropriate certification and, if one…
  • 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.
  • As this is a walking tour with steps and staircases, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended.
  • If reservations at the Pantheon are not possible for weekends or if the lines are too long, the guide will give you the explanation from the outside to ensure all other stops on the tour are not missed.
  • Please advise during the booking process if there are any travelers with mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.
  • 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.
  • Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
Cancellation policy

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

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