Seven Hills of Rome (Sette Colli di Roma) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Seven Hills of Rome (Sette Colli di Roma). Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

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The Seven Hills of Rome are spread throughout the city, so there’s no single ticket to visit them all. To see all (or most) of the hills and their highlights in one day, most travelers book Vespa, scooter, or moped tours, which generally start around US$100.

The Seven Hills of Rome are the seven hills that, along with the ancient Servian Wall, once surrounded the entire city. Though Rome has since grown far beyond those bounds, its historic center still lies within the hills, which are home to some of the city’s top attractions and offer fantastic views over its many domes, landmarks, and the Tiber River.

Palatine Hill is the best-known hill among the Seven Hills of Rome, as it’s where the city of Rome was founded more than 2,000 years ago—evidenced by ruins still standing today. Don’t miss the impressive Capitoline Hill and Capitoline Museums, or Aventine Hill (Aventino) that charms visitors with its Orange Garden and Knights of Malta Keyhole peering out at St. Peter’s Basilica.

Yes, a variety of guided tours spotlight the Seven Hills of Rome. Listen to a local’s insights as you zip between the hills on a tour by private car, golf cart or Vespa, or choose a more active experience that lets you explore the Seven Hills on an e-bike.

Yes, it’s possible to walk the Seven Hills of Rome. The hills aren’t particularly steep, but they are pretty spread out; for example, Aventine Hill and Quirinal Hill are about a 45-minute walk apart. If you’re short on time or energy, a Seven Hills tour on wheels may be your best bet.