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Make the most of your time in Rome and cover the city's A-list attractions without the hassle of a map and guidebook with this small-group walking tour. Navigate the crowds more efficiently with a guide as you stroll through Rome's historic center. Marvel at must-see attractions such as the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and more with insights from your guide.

With 3,000 years of history, Rome can be overwhelming for the first-time visitor. Get your bearings with this ticket to the "Welcome to Rome" multimedia experience show, an informative yet entertaining overview of Roman history and culture. Watch captivating and interactive video projections, learn how the city was founded and expanded through ancient times until today, and enjoy insights about its most famous monuments and landmarks.

Deepen your understanding of ancient Rome with a guide on a hassle-free group tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Choose from several time slots to fit your vacation schedule, and follow your guide on a walking tour to learn about the notorious gladiator competitions of old. Plus, enjoy access to the usually off-limits Arena Floor at the Colosseum.

Maximize your time in the Vatican Museums on a guided group tour that takes you straight to the highlights of the enormous collection. Spend time admiring the artistic treasures of the Sistine Chapel, Belvedere Courtyard, Gallery of Maps, and more. Learn the history and legends behind the masterful frescoes, sculptures, maps, and relics from your guide, and then head to St. Peter's Basilica to explore on your own.

Tour the iconic Colosseum and other sites of ancient Rome at its most atmospheric, and when the crowds thin out, on this evening tour. Learn about the ruins of the Roman Forum seen from the Piazza del Campidoglio, before entering the amphitheater after closing hours. Gain deeper insight into the arena from your guide, and if you've upgraded, enjoy access to the often-restricted arena floor so you can feel the energy of the space where gladiator battles were fought.

Maximize your time in Rome with this guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Join a local expert as you explore these iconic sites, hear fascinating stories, and enjoy included admission fees, all while avoiding the crowds.

Rome’s ancient sites can take hours to navigate on your own, but this small-group tour helps you see three highlights efficiently. Visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with a guide leading the way. As you explore, hear stories of gladiators, emperors, and daily life while exploring the ruins where ancient Rome once thrived.

The UNESCO-listed Vatican complex draws thousands of visitors daily—and has admission lines to match. This classic tour grants fast-track access to the Vatican Museums and continues to visit the Sistine Chapel. Breeze through the long entrance lines and spend several hours with a guide in the Papal Galleries, Sistine Chapel, and more. Select from multiple tour times, with morning options offering a quieter experience.

Skip the large tour group, and see Ancient Rome and the Colosseum with a small group that’s capped at just 15 people (children not included in the cap). With a guide always in close proximity, you’ll catch all the anecdotes and curiosities that make the history of Rome come alive. The tour includes entry to the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and of course, the Colosseum where you’ll walk in the footsteps of the gladiators.

While many visitors to Rome enjoy the city's food and wine, most don’t get the chance to visit Frascati, which is a hotspot for local, Italian cuisine in the Lazio region. This food tour gets you out of the city and to this hilltop location, where you will have time to explore the old town, try out traditional specialties, and sample heirloom wines at a historic family-run winery.

Visit St. Peter's Basilica and the Papal Tombs without having to wait in long lines with a skip-the-line tour. Your guide will show you celebrated art, such as Michelangelo’s sculpture, "La Pietà", and Bernini's "Baldacchino." Then head underground to pay your respects as you visit papal tombs and the final resting places of royals and revered dignitaries from centuries past, wrapping up with an optional Dome visit.

Explore the ancient Appian Way without worrying about traffic or public transport on this small-group tour from central Rome. Ride in an air-conditioned vehicle from the Circus Maximus to the catacombs, where you can explore the underground labyrinths with your guide. Then, hop on your electric-assist bike and pedal past ancient tombs, aqueducts, and the Italian countryside.

Rome’s Colosseum stands as its most iconic ancient landmark, but lengthy entry lines and complex ruins can make visiting a chore. Book online, and then head inside the Roman amphitheater passing through the original Gladiator Gate. Learn about the Colosseum's history and architecture from your guide (if selected) as you explore the arena and tiers of seating. Upgrade to a small-group tour for the same experience, but in a more intimate group.

Big Vatican tour groups often mean straining to hear a guide over the crowds in the museums' packed halls. Keep to a small group instead, moving through the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica within earshot of your guide throughout. Explore rooms such as the Gallery of Maps and the Sistine Chapel, with commentary on the Renaissance works of Michelangelo and others.

Learn where the phrase “all roads lead to Rome” comes from during this unique cycling tour of the Appian Way. You’ll hop on an electric mountain bike or road bike and ride into the countryside. On your journey, you’ll pass by or stop at sites like the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella and the remains of the Aqua Claudia and Aqua Felix waterways, plus pause for a scenic countryside lunch.

The long lines at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel can take hours out of your sightseeing day. Optimize your time with this exclusive fast-track ticket that includes an audio guide to the vast museum complex. Enjoy stress-free escorted entry and explore the galleries and Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel at your own pace while the audio guide brings the collection's history and details to life.

Discover one of Rome's most macabre, ancient attractions—and enjoy a seamless sightseeing option—on this express tour of the city's Catacombs. Save precious time with round-trip transit from the city center, and explore in the company of a guide. You'll discover underground burial chambers, subterranean basilicas, and more, all in record time—and all while learning stories you'd miss if visiting on your own.

The Vatican Museums are home to some of the world’s top artistic masterpieces—and this small-group tour makes it easy to discover the collection highlights. See the Sistine Chapel and then delve deeper into the galleries, including the famed Raphael Rooms (if time allows), plus St. Peter's Basilica (for bookings made more than 72 hours in advance).

Go beyond your standard walking tour on this fun, sustainable adventure through Rome. Led by your personal guide, you'll hop on an e-bike to see both the Eternal City's most-famous attractions and a few hidden gems along the way. You’ll zip from piazzas and squares to ancient ruins and beyond, discovering far more than you would on foot — and still traveling green.

Avoid the daytime heat with this evening tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Follow your guide through the hushed galleries of the Vatican Museums to admire masterpieces by artists like Leonardo, Raphael, and Caravaggio. Learn about the history and significance of the world's most important works of art and end with a stop in the Sistine Chapel to stand in awe under Michelangelo's iconic frescoed ceiling.

Add some fun to your ancient Rome explorations, with this private tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. You have the benefit of a private guide just for your sole group to explore ancient Rome. Experience the historic ruins, including the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, and gain access to the arena floor of the Colosseum, not available on a standard ticket.

Tick off Rome’s major monuments in one go in this private golf cart tour. Choose from three route options and zip between the Trevi Fountain, Colosseum, Spanish Steps, and much more, or go off the beaten track with the flexibility to change your route. Hop off to see the landmarks up close, and get insight into their history and legacy from your guide.

Skip crowded bus tours or tiring walking tours and explore Rome’s highlights by golf cart. This private tour offers comfort and convenience, with hotel pickup and three route options to drive by landmarks like the Colosseum and Trevi Fountain. Orient yourself in the Italian capital so you know where to return later on your own.

Secure your entry to the Doria Pamphilj Gallery, a private art collection housed in the Palazzo Doria Pamphilj, one of Rome’s most stunning estates. Browse the family-owned collection at your own pace and get first-hand looks at masterworks from Italian artists like Raffaello, Tiziano, and Caravaggio. Your ticket includes a timed entry admission and a downloadable digital map with audio commentary.