Rome in a Day Small Group Tour with Vatican and Colosseum
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Rome, Italy
7 hours (approx.)
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Overview
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.
What's Included
- 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)
- Free Time for Lunch (at own expense)
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Professional English-Speaking Guide
- Admission & Guided Tour of The Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel, Colosseum & Roman Forum
- Guided Walking Tour past Navona Square, the Pantheon & Trevi Fountain
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- St. Peter's Basilica (interior not visited during Jubilee Year - 2025)
Meeting Location
Meeting point
Viale Vaticano
00192 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
End point
Metropolitan City of Rome Capital
Italy
This tour typically ends at the Colosseum or Roman Forum. However, on rare occasions, the endpoint may change due to logistical reasons.
What To Expect
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.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
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.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
St. Peter's Basilica
From the Sistine Chapel, head down the Scala Regia (Holy Staircase), a special exit for guided tours and groups. On your way out, take a moment to admire the impressive exterior of St. Peter’s Basilica before stepping into St. Peter’s Square, where the Papal Mass takes place.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Piazza Navona
Your Rome in a day tour continues with a visit to some of the Eternal City’s most awe-inspiring piazzas and fountains. Stroll through iconic Roman landmarks alongside your expert guide.Piazza Navona in Rome is an extraordinary place that effortlessly encapsulates the essence of Roman grandeur and cultural richness. Its awe-inspiring beauty, historical significance, and vibrant atmosphere make it undeniably awesome.
The piazza's open space is a hub of lively activity, inviting both locals and visitors to immerse themselves in its vibrant atmosphere. Street performers, artists, and musicians fill the square, adding a delightful touch of entertainment and creating a palpable sense of energy.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Pantheon
Step into the heart of Rome and marvel at the Pantheon’s grand exterior—a true masterpiece that’s stood tall for nearly 2,000 years! Snap photos of its towering columns and legendary dome while hearing fascinating stories of emperors, gods, and secrets hidden in plain sight.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Trevi Fountain
The Trevi Fountain in Rome is undeniably awesome, captivating visitors with its grandeur, intricate design, and timeless beauty. Standing as the largest Baroque fountain in the city, it is an iconic symbol of Rome's rich history and artistic heritage.The sheer scale of the Trevi Fountain is awe-inspiring. Its magnificent facade rises dramatically, adorned with intricate sculptures and ornate details that tell stories of mythological figures and ancient Roman gods. The central figure of Oceanus, commanding the attention of all who gaze upon it, adds a sense of majesty and power to the fountain's composition.Make sure to toss a coin into the fountain, a tradition believed to ensure a return to Rome, becomes a moment of hope and connection to the city's eternal spirit!
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Colosseum
After a short break for lunch at own expense, time for another great stop on our Rome in a Day tour is the 2,000-year-old Roman Colosseum. You'll head straight to the entrance, where our expert guide will introduce you to the history of the Flavian Amphitheater (Colosseum) in dramatic detail.Explore the 1st and 2nd outer tier as your expert guide makes history unfold in front of your eyes explaining the seating chart and dramatic gladiator battles that once occurred here.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Roman Forum
Have you ever wondered about the Roman Forum’s significance to Ancient Rome? Now full of sprawling ruins next door to the Colosseum, the Forum once served as the powerful Roman Empire’s commercial and political center. Thanks to our prebooked admission, effortlessly take a walk through the ruins of this once thriving Roman icon alongside your expert guide.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
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- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(5)Q: What's included in the price?
Cancellation Policy
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Activity code: C-24338P42
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Frequently Asked Questions (5)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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What's included in the price?
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Apr 2025
The following is included:
- 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).
- Free Time for Lunch (at own expense).
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Professional English-Speaking Guide.
- Admission & Guided Tour of The Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel, Colosseum & Roman Forum.
- Guided Walking Tour past Navona Square, the Pantheon & Trevi Fountain.
The following is NOT included:
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
- St. Peter's Basilica (interior not visited during Jubilee Year - 2025).
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Rome in a Day Small Group Tour with Vatican and Colosseum is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rome in a Day Small Group Tour with Vatican and Colosseum will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- 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)
- Free Time for Lunch (at own expense)
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Professional English-Speaking Guide
- Admission & Guided Tour of The Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel, Colosseum & Roman Forum
- Guided Walking Tour past Navona Square, the Pantheon & Trevi Fountain
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- St. Peter's Basilica (interior not visited during Jubilee Year - 2025)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Operated by a business
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