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Vatican, St Peter's & Colosseum: Rome's Highlights in a Day

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Rome, Italy

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Overview

Embark on a journey through Rome's ancient and Renaissance wonders. Begin with the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, glimpsing into the city's past. Choose a small-group tour with transportation for convenience or follow voucher instructions for the meeting point. After a morning tour, enjoy lunch at your leisure (not included). After the morning portion of the tour, you’ll enjoy some free time to have lunch at your leisure (meal not included in the package), to later meet with your tour leader to leave with the rest of your group and enjoy a comfortable transportation service to the afternoon venue you’ll be visiting: the Vatican Museums! Whether you seek depth or connection, this tour offers a comprehensive experience of Rome's heart and soul.

What's Included

  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Comfortable coach transfer between sites (if option selected)
  • Optional gratuities
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Tips and gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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* Tours with hotel pick-up: Be ready 45 minutes before departure in the hotel lobby (60 minutes for non-central hotels). Ask the reception or contact our booking office for information regarding service feasibility/coverage verification. If your hotel is not covered, please reach the meeting point on your own.* Meeting point for the Colosseum tour portion: COLLE OPPIO PARK - VIA DELLE TERME DI TITO, CORNER OF VIA NICOLA SALVI, INSIDE THE PARK - 15 minutes before the start of your tour (please look for the I Love Rome logo carried by our staff).* Meeting point for the Vatican Museums tour portion: Piazza Risorgimento (Bar - Caffetteria L’Ottagono, 400 metres from the nearest Metro A stop, Ottaviano) - 15 minutes before the start of your tour (please look for the I Love Rome logo carried by our staff).

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What To Expect

Via delle Terme di Tito

Meeting point of the tour (to reach in case your hotel is not within our pickup service range). Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled tour time.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Colosseum

Our tour includes the 1st and 2nd rings, allowing you to take in the architectural marvels and imagine the past gladiator battles.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Forum

Roman Forum Highlights: * Basilica of Maxentius: Largest building in the Forum. * Temple of Saturn: One of the Forum's oldest sacred sites.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

Palatine Hill Walk and learn about the rich history of this middlemost of the Seven Hills of Rome, once home to emperors and aristocrats.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Vatican Museums

Embark on an artistic self-guided tour to the Vatican Museums, an awe-inspiring expanse within the Vatican City. Established by Pope Julius II in the 16th century, this intricate maze is home to some of the world's most revered art collections. From the divine frescoes of the Sistine Chapel by Michelangelo to the ornate papal apartments adorned by Raphael, this journey offers a feast for the senses.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

Sistine Chapel Note: While approaching the Sistine Chapel, we will provide information and insights. Remember, no guided information is allowed inside. Please respect the silence and decorum of this sacred space.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

St. Peter's Square

St. Peter's Square Note: Explanation provided from outside. Following the information, guests will be given free time to explore at their own pace.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • This tour visits religious sites, and a dress code will be enforced. Visitors must be dressed appropriately: no sleeveless blouses, no miniskirts, no shorts, and no hats allowed
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry inside the attraction
  • Wear comfortable shoes, clothes and bring sunscreen during summer.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy?

A: The Vatican, St Peter's & Colosseum: Rome's Highlights in a Day has a Free Cancellation policy. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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