Top Italy Archaeology Tours - page 4

Make the most of your time in Florence, and avoid missing key highlights, with a guided tour that includes convenient timed entry to the Accademia Gallery. Also visit the highlights of the historic center on a walking tour that goes beyond the guidebooks with local history and insider tips. Upgrade to include a tour of the Uffizi Gallery.

Avoid wasting time in the notoriously long lines at Florence’s Accademia Gallery and spend more time in the home of Michelangelo’s David. Navigate the museum’s vast halls under the guidance of an expert guide, who will provide richness to your experience through informative narration. After your tour, feel free to stay on as long as you want to explore independently. Note that hotel pickup is not included with this tour.

Avoid wasting time during your Vatican Museums visit with this skip-the-line tour. Join a guide to pass right by the long entrance queues and start touring the massive galleries. See the incomparable Raphael Rooms, Michelangelo's stunning Sistine Chapel, as well as other museum highlights like the Gallery of Maps and the Tapestries Gallery. As you explore, your guide offers insight and commentary you'd otherwise miss if visiting alone.

Discover the wonder of one of Europe’s active volcanoes on this Mt Vesuvius and Pompeii day trip from Naples. Follow your local guide through the ancient ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed city. Enjoy a traditional Italian pizza lunch with your small group and then hike to the top of the notorious volcano, where you’ll find stunning views of the Bay of Naples and the surrounding landscapes.

Get deeper insights into what is on display at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel on this guided tour. Ideal for travelers who are overwhelmed by the idea of knowing what to priortize in Vatican's vast collection of artworks and artefacts. Let your guide lead the way and take you to the highlights. Explore galleries full of Renaissance masterworks, before moving on to the Sistine Chapel and its frescoes.

The Colosseum and the Roman Forum are two landmarks rarely left off any Rome itinerary, but without a guide to offer explanations, it can be hard to know what you’re looking at. This private tour pairs you with your own personal guide, with plenty of time to answer questions. Upgrade to include VIP perks like hotel transfers and arena access, or to continue your tour at the nearby Roman Forum.

Explore the Vatican and its vast collections of religious artifacts and Renaissance artworks, without missing any of the highlights, on this guided tour. Don't worry about navigating the large complex yourself; your guide leads you through the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica, offering insider commentary along the way.

Delve into Venetian history on this tour that showcases two of the city's most iconic structures and sheds light on the stories behind them both. Your first stop is legendary St. Mark's Basilica. Wander around the mosaic-covered interior and Byzantine treasures while a local guide fills you in on how this collection came to be. Then continue to the Doge’s Palace to explore the former political heart of Venice.

Explore the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel without spending hours waiting in line on this comprehensive tour that includes entry to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Navigate the vast halls, artwork, and history with a guide who gives special insights into the collections that you would likely miss if alone. Go beyond the guidebook and enjoy commentary that enlivens highlights such as the Gallery of the Maps and the Pineyard Courtyard.

With a small group, step inside one of Italy’s most famous art museums on this guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence. Avoid the crowds with early access, then learn more about the museum’s highlights with the help of your guide. Prepare to be impressed as you spot works by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio, and view iconic paintings like Titian's ‘Venus of Urbino’ and Botticelli's ‘Primavera’. Best of all: your ticket is still valid after the tour ends, so you can continue exploring for as long as you want.

Explore the vast Vatican complex, without worrying about missing its highlights, on this group tour of its museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. Relax with a meeting point away from the busy main entrance, as your guide leads you through the Vatican to its Renaissance artworks, frescoes, and religious artifacts, providing insightful commentary along the way.

Experience one of Venice's landmarks without the crowds with this after-hours tour of St. Mark's Basilica. Marvel at mosaics, explore the crypt believed to house St. Mark's remains, and soak in the serene atmosphere. To explore more of Venice at this peaceful time, upgrade your experience to include a visit to the Doge's Palace, the historic seat of the Venetian Republic’s government, and the Bridge of Sighs.

Visit Torcello, Murano, and Burano—three islands in the Venetian Lagoon—on this tour from Venice by motorboat. With a guide, watch glass being blown at a Murano glass factory, see historical cathedrals on Torcello, and admire exquisite handmade lace on Burano. This is a great way to see more than just the central sights of Venice and enjoy a cruise on the water. Select a departure time when booking.

Take a Rome hop-on hop-off tour by open-top bus, and spend time city sightseeing as you travel past attractions such as the Colosseum and Vatican City. Relax aboard the double-decker Rome tour bus, listen to the audio commentary, and hop on and off at any of the stops. Select a sightseeing ticket that’s valid for the same day, 24, 48, or 72 hours, or two panoramic night tours.

Skip the hassle of renting a car and explore Tuscany on a day trip from Florence. Explore the medieval city of Siena and its cathedral before heading to the hills of Chianti for a Tuscan lunch and wine tasting (optional). Roam the streets of San Gimignano and travel to Pisa to admire the architectural drama of Cathedral Square—home to the UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower of Pisa. Upgrade to include admission to climb the tower.

See what Tuscany has to offer without breaking the bank on this budget-friendly day trip to the region's highlights from Florence. Save hours with coach transportation and enjoy free time to explore the medieval old towns of Siena and San Gimignano, plus the sights of Pisa. Upgrade to a guided tour of Siena, or add-on a 2-course lunch with wine pairing for a hassle-free, all-inclusive day.

What sets our tour apart is the way we bring three iconic Roman landmarks to life—Piazza della Rotonda, the Pantheon, and Piazza della Minerva—with rich storytelling and a local’s insight. We start in Piazza della Rotonda, where you'll admire the grand facade of the Pantheon and its central fountain crowned by an Egyptian obelisk, while learning about the square’s vibrant past and present. Inside the Pantheon, you’ll explore its awe-inspiring dome, the mystical oculus, and the tombs of Raphael and Italian kings, uncovering how this ancient temple became a Christian church. We end in Piazza della Minerva, home to Bernini’s charming elephant statue and Rome’s only Gothic church, where hidden symbols and quiet beauty create a perfect final stop. This tour offers a deeper, more meaningful connection to Rome’s history—not just a visit, but an experience.

Avoid the rush of group tours and explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum at your own pace with this self-guided AI video tour. Simply download the app on your phone, plug in your own headphones, and explore. Wander the main floors of the ancient amphitheater before continuing to the nearby ancient sites. Upgrade for access to the restricted arena floor, or to add on a VR experience.

Explore the incredible excavation sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, as well as the volcano that buried both cities in the first century, on this private tour. Drive to nearly the top of Mt. Vesuvius for a walk to the crater. Travel back in time to see what remains of Herculaneum and Pompeii, both cities remarkably well-preserved by the volcanic eruption. If you'd like to know more about the history of the sites, upgrade your tour to include a guide and admission tickets.

Gaze out across the Colosseum as the gladiators once did with this exclusive tour that takes you into the restricted areas of the arena floor. Admire the ancient amphitheater from a unique vantage point and learn about its history and design from your guide before continuing on to explore the ruins in the Roman Forum and on Palatine Hill.

Skip the lines at Pompeii and learn about the site on this guided small-group tour. Relax with included hotel pickup and transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle to the site. In the company of your guide, go right into the site and get to know more about Pompeii's history. Enjoy focused attention with a small group.

Experience two of Southern Italy’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites in just one day on this small-group or private tour from Rome. First, head to Pompeii, a city preserved under volcanic ash since the AD 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius; get more out of the visit when you explore with a guide. Then, journey to the Amalfi Coast, including picturesque Positano and pretty villages such as Amalfi, Maiori, or Vietri sul Mare.

With this tour, experience two of Rome’s most interesting attractions, which many tourists miss. Go beneath the bustling city to the Catacombs of St. Callixtus , where you can see ancient tombs and artwork on a guided goup tour. Then, follow your private driver along cobblestone streets and under aqueducts on the Appian Way, once considered the most important road in the Roman Empire.

Ancient Tivoli, a stunning hilltop town that once served as a vacation destination for the rich, is one of the most memorable day trips from Rome. Leave the driving to a professional with this half-day tour that includes hotel pickup when selected and discover two historic villas: Villa Adriana (Hadrian's Villa) and Villa d’Este. Enjoy bilingual guide commentary in English and Spanish through headsets for a personalized experience.