Rome in a Day Group Tour with Entry to Vatican and Colosseum
Maximize your precious and limited time on your Roman getaway with this comprehensive all-in-one tour. We believe in the importance of experiencing all of Rome’s best sights and sounds, even in one day. If you're visiting the Eternal City for just a few days, join us on our Rome in a Day tour which features the Vatican Museums, Roman Colosseum, Roman Forums, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, and Pantheon. Experience Rome’s bucket list destinations with a professional, English-speaking tour guide. Admission fees and transportation are included.
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Rome in a Day Tour with Vatican and Colosseum
What's included in Rome in a Day Group Tour with Entry to Vatican and Colosseum
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Vatican Museums
Highlights of the Vatican Museums - Experience the best galleries at the Vatican with your expert guide, visiting the Candelabra, Tapestries, and Maps galleries. Admire ancient Roman and Greek statues, Flemish tapestries, and spectacular topographical maps commissioned by Pope Gregory XIII. Your guide will reveal the stories behind these treasures as Vatican secrets are unveiled to you. See Raphael's famous fresco, The School of Athens, and other masterpieces in multiple rooms inside the Vatican Museums. Raphael Rooms Experience the grandeur of the Renaissance with a visit to the Raphael Rooms inside the Vatican Museums. As one of the most iconic artists of the era, Raphael's frescoes are a must-see for any art enthusiast. Explore multiple rooms adorned with stunning artworks. And don't miss the chance to marvel at The School of Athens, one of Raphael's most renowned masterpieces that depicts some of history's greatest thinkers in a grand architectural setting.
Sphere within a Sphere
Before heading into the museums, join our guide on a walk through the Pinecone Courtyard and marvel at the famous ''Sphere within a Sphere'' by Arnaldo Pomodoro.
Sistine Chapel
Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo's Last Judgement - Prepare to be wowed as you visit the Sistine Chapel - a top attraction in Vatican City. Arriving early gives you the chance to admire Michelangelo's incredible artwork reducing the daytime crowds. As a sacred space, silence is required, but your guide will provide you with a guide and a pre-visit explanation of what you're about to see. Inside, you'll be mesmerized by the sheer number of figures painted by Michelangelo - over 600! This masterpiece is not only a testament to his talent but also serves as a gathering place for cardinals of the Catholic Church. Please note: The Sistine Chapel is a sacred place, so visitors are required to have their knees and shoulders covered when inside. Failure to do so will result in refused entry to a portion of the Vatican tour. During Rome’s hot summer months, consider bringing a shawl or sweater for covering yourself when necessary.
Inclusions
- Group Setting of Maximum 20!
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Exterior views of St. Peter's Basilica through the Scala Regia (Royal Staircase)
- Guided Walking Tour past Navona Square, the Pantheon & Trevi Fountain
- Free Time for Lunch (at own expense)
- Admission & Guided Tour of The Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel, Colosseum & Roman Forum
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Professional English-Speaking Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- St. Peter's Basilica (interior not visited during Jubilee Year - 2025)
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- 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.
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
- During the Jubilee (2025), the tour does not visit the interior of the St. Peter's Basilica. During this period will cover other areas of the Vatican Museums in place of the Basilica.
- We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours.
- Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Please Arrive 10 Minutes Early. We meet between Tmark Hotel Vaticano and Caffé Vaticano, at the top of the big staircase (Viale Vaticano 100). A representative will be there holding a sign with our company name on it.
End Points
- This tour typically ends at the Colosseum or Roman Forum. However, on rare occasions, the endpoint may change due to logistical reasons.
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Ticket Redemption
• It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 10 - 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded. • This tour does not accommodate wheelchairs, participants with limited mobility nor strollers & baby carriages. Important: Names of all participant need to match their passport or ID card, and cannot be amended after booking. COLOSSEUM INFO • Large bags, backpacks, luggage, tripods, large umbrellas, and perfume bottles cannot be brought into the Colosseum nor the Vatican. There is no coat check or space on-site to leave your belongings. VATICAN INFO DRESS CODE: Entrance into any religious site requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. The Tour Guy will not be held responsible for refused entry due to unsuitable dress. At the Vatican there is a coat check, but no time to retrieve items from the entry of the museums so please avoid bringing big bags/items. IMPORTANT: During State visits or special religious events, there may be unexpected closings of different parts of the Vatican. We will do our best to inform you on time of possible closings. In the event that an area normally covered on the tour is closed, our guide will still provide the explanation and will show you an extra site or gallery to compensate for the closure. • During the Jubilee (2025), the tour does not visit St. Peter's Basilica. During this period will cover other areas of the Vatican Museums in place of the Basilica. • We will be subject to a security check at the entrance to all sites. Depending on the volume of visitors, we may have a short wait in the security line. • Mandatory: All participants are required to carry a valid government-issued picture ID on them during our tours. • Depending on the size of your group, headphones may be used.