Best Of Rome Highlights: Vatican And Colosseum Guided Tour

Discover the Heart of Vatican City Experience the spiritual and artistic marvels of Vatican City with insider access to its famous landmarks. Begin your journey at the Vatican Museums, where a trove of artistic and religious artifacts awaits. Masterpieces attached to the Sistine Chapel where Michelangelo famously frescoed the ceiling as well as Last Judgment will be worth coming for— also tapestry and Raphael Rooms stroll in Gallery of Tapestries and Rooms of Raphael. After a morning at the Vatican, take your time to wander through the Roman Forum, which was the center of public life in ancient Rome. As you stroll through this historic area, you will see the Forum of Augustus— not only a magnificent tribunal but also an extraordinary gallery with sculptural depictions of mythical and historical figures from Rome. Continue on to the Forum of Trajan and the ruins of Basilica Ulpia discovered here. This huge building was an important civic structure for justice administration and it shows both architectural and legal grandeur typical of Rome. Allow yourself to get lost in these great ruins visiting with their stories and splendor from old Rome. Find out why the Colosseum is so important to Rome, it’s the main monument. After that, read more about this famous building, known for being part of the great gladiator games and big shows in old Rome. A guide will help you learn about the amazing design and historical value of this place. Hear about the tales of fighters and the open events that excited crowds many years ago. Take your chance to snap great pictures of this strong symbol of Roman history.

This tour runs rain or shine. For the Colosseum tour: 72 hour cancellation policy. A full penalty will be applied in case of cancellation in the last 72 hours prior to tour departure and/or in case of no-show.

1. Please note that as of October 26th, this tour will no longer include access to the Colosseum Arena.
2. Please note that the departure time of these two tours is subjected to change, awaiting further information from the Colosseum management.
3. Please inform us of any food intolerance or allergy in advance.
4. We regret to inform you that this tour is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or with impaired mobility.
5. Vatican Museums: Entry to the Vatican Museums is based on strictly timed tickets, meaning late arrivals may not be granted access.
6. A mandatory dress code requires visitors to cover knees and shoulders.
7. All participants must bring a physical ID card on the day of the tour, as digital versions will no longer be accepted.
8. Failure to do so will result in denied entry.
9. The guided tour will culminate at the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel.
10. Your guide will provide you with directions on how to reach St.
11. Peter's Square, ensuring you have a clear understanding of the best route to take, if you want to reach it on your own.
12. Colosseum: Please ensure full names are provided when finalizing your booking.
13. Tickets are nominative and non-transferable, requiring the holder’s name.
14. Visitors must present valid ID at ticket checks.
15. Please let us know in advance any special need or impaired mobility of the clients and we will do our best to accomodate them.
16. We invite our guests with access needs (visual, hearing, learning and mobility ) to book the private version of this tour.
17. Large bags are not permitted.
18. All visitors must pass through a security check which involves a bag search.
19. For everyone's safety, all bags, rucksacks, packages and personal items may be searched before entry.
20. The security check may cause some delays in entering the Colosseum and the Roman Forum and we apologise for this inconvenience in advance of your visit.
21. The visit will take place in an archaeological area with very steep, uneven inclines leading.
22. Agility and surefotedness are particularly essential.
23. Please note that the tour itinerary is subject to change based on the day's schedule—you may visit the Colosseum before the Roman Forum, or the other way around.